Chosen by readers
Monthly winners.
Every heart on a piece counts as a vote. At the end of each calendar month, the most-loved writing, art, and code in each grade band takes the crown. A month gives everyone room to read — our editors and judges are students too, with homework and practice and bedtimes. Every published piece is already a win; this is just the victory lap.
Last month’s champions ✦
August 2026
This month so far
The race is still on — hearts cast in September 2026 count until the last day of the month.