by Michael Kenedi

Vroooooom.

In the past many weeks, I've been waking up to the same sound.

One, two, three, four weeks?

I lost count at this point, and I don't want to keep counting.

by Sissi Kenedi

I used to believe in this magical thing called hope.

by Amira Luo

My weary arms were barely strong enough to pull myself onto the shore. I panted as beads of sweat rolled down my cheeks. I fell onto my knees in exhaustion. I gazed desperately at the violent waves to see what was left of my crew and vessel. No life remained, smothered by blankets of plastic bags and aluminum cans once within the cargo on my ship.

by Sophia Lu

Our world is collapsing. The sky is falling and our earth is crumbling as we speak. Sometimes I look outside my window and I wonder when we went so wrong? When did our world become so corrupted by evil and the need for power? Does nobody realize how selfish they are and that earth is slowly dying? As I look outside, I see people arguing with each other over the simplest things. When did any of this start to matter? People treat other people like dirt and it’s driving me insane. Do they realize how insanely cryptic they look? Do they realize that our world is collapsing?

by Shauna Lyu

I miss my old life and the self I lost along with it. I still remember the good times when everything was “normal”. Back then, so few people noticed climate change, much less cared about it. Our world has drastically changed so much since 9 years ago, when I was only 7.

Deadly Secrets About Microplastic Beeds

by Sherry Liu

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How pollution is a major problem

by Nathan Chen

Have you noticed that in the last few years, air quality in your area has gone down? Pollution is a major problem that is having a significant impact on the environment and human health. It is defined by many sources as by National Geography as introducing harmful substances or products into the environment. Pollution can take many forms, including air, water, and soil pollution, as well as noise and light pollution. The effects of pollution on the environment can be devastating, damaging natural habitats and wildlife, and contributing to climate change. In addition, pollution can have negative effects on human health, including respiratory problems, cancer, and other illnesses.

Captive

by Alvin Xiong

When I woke up yesterday, it initially seemed like it would be a usual day. I didn’t remember any special events planned and I didn’t anticipate anything out of the ordinary. I woke up the same way I usually did. Which was the morning bell. I sleepily waited for it to finish ringing over the course of its five minute alarm and tried to shake myself awake. I mentally prepared myself for the suffering the day would bring and tried to revisit my old memories. It was the only peace I could find anywhere anymore. Little did I know how quickly I was about to lose everything I thought I lost years ago.

Nat’s Her

by Michelle Lin

In a small village named Lasa, there was a celebration called “Halanya” which meant ‘loving nature’ in their traditional language, Guandarosindese. On that day, the people of Lasa would all gather around and thank Mother Nature for her care. It was a day of thankfulness and love. On that same day, a baby named Ninisha Qiar was born. Her mother told her she was a blessing, a gift from Mother Nature, and Ninisha believed it. Ever since she was young, Ninisha has always felt a close connection towards nature. She would spend days caring for her plants, so much that her parents needed to build a garden just for her. And now as a teenager, Ninisha’s love for nature only grew stronger.

Climate Change

by Carol Lin

Climate change has many unpleasant causes and people are not taking it as seriously as they should. Both humans and wild animals get new challenges every year because of climate change. Climate change is caused by many things that are caused by human activity. Simply riding in a car to go to whenever you need to go could cause a large impact. Over 8 billion people live on this earth which is a lot and if everyone only drove a car once in their lifetime it would already cause lots of damage but many ride in cars on a daily basis. This is extremely harmful to the environment because the gas from the billions of car rides warm up the planet and soon it could be felt by the human body. Although the change in temperature over the last few years was not drastic, the year of 2023 is warmer than the year 2022. Many other human activities contribute to climate change like cutting down trees. Trees are extremely important to the environment and we are cutting so many down. Most of the land that buildings like offices, apartments, and houses take use to be filled with many trees and wild animals. Not only is cutting down trees terrible for wildlife but the process also is a part of climate change. When they cut down trees they have machines which may produce gas and cars to transport the remains of the thousands of trees. When they need to build something in the land it contributes even more to climate change because the machines and vehicles that are needed to create the buildings create greenhouse gasses which are terrible for the environment. There are also many ways to improve climate change or at least not make it any worse than it already is. Something very simple like carpooling can save the planet in many ways. When you carpool less cars are needed and less greenhouse gas is exposed to the air. Another way is to go on less drives so if possible you can walk to your destination instead of driving. Walking will give you exercise which is incredibly important and save the planet by not using cars or airplanes. If the destination is too far to walk, electric bikes or normal bikes are also a great alternative.There are many other terrible things that cause climate change and should be taken more seriously by trying to expose as little greenhouse gas to the environment as possible.

Mystery of the sixteen trees

by Yuntao Zhou

Today we all gather right here under this great tree.To celebrate.To celebrate the birth of this wonderful town.But before all the festivities begin.Let me tell you a story.It all begins with me, and do you want to know what I saw? Right then and there?I saw a tree! One with branches reaching to the heavens, beauty flowed out of its branches and flourished.Child of Gaia, The first one I had ever seen. The very one we stand under today. Tell me, at what age did you first see a tree?

Frostbite

by Cheryl Li

"Time for dinner!" a voice shouted. "Alright, coming." Said Frostbite as she walked up the corridor and into the large, silver room. There was a large, silver table with raw lizards, cow, buffalo, chicken, and all of her favourite foods! She was so hungry she felt like she could eat all of the foods in the world! There seated the Queen and all her subjects. As she sat down and waited for her mother to give her permission to eat, she heard a roar! At first,, she thought the noise was inside the kingdom and that somebody must have stepped on somebody else's tail by accident. But then, she heard talking! "Shush! You're going to wake her up! Let's go talk somewhere else thats quiet. "Alright." But it was not in the kingdom. Who was talking? And what are they talking about? Maybe this was a dream, a good one, and Frostbite didn't want to leave it, but she also want to know what they are saying. If she woke up now, then nobody would lift her from her wonderful dream. She wanted to find out, but the hunger pulled her back. So she tried eating one of the foods, but when she was about to eat it, she heard a voice!

Thick Smoke Engulfs Our Cities

by Alice Wu

On the morning of February 12, 2023, Canadians wake up to find themselves engulfed in a thick, choking smoke. Correspondence with national leaders of other countries reveal that the entire globe is suffering the same fate. Even in buildings with the most advanced air ventilation systems, people report blinding smoke everywhere, making it hard to work or even breathe. The outdoors has proven to be even worse, with such horrible fog that visibility is about 2 feet.

Predators of the Wild

by Jack Kang

The sun shone bright in the crystal blue sky. The white puffs sailed through the sky like a canoe across the water. The gentle breeze ckled the branches, making them dance around. Lile Clover strolled through the vine path listening to the rustling as his paws set foot on the leaves. He felt boundless bliss race through his whole body. He had white snow-like fur, so green eyes, and a beaming smile that could shine light into any gloomy place. The fresh aroma brought a new world to the forest, making every animal’s heart pound with joy. Clover paused for a moment to lean down, and bite the sproung p of a clump of grass in a dark corner hidden by a Hosta. A sweet, chewy, juicy crunch led Clover to twirl around the gleaming green grass. But Clover’s imaginaon was taken by a shout.

Short Story

by Tiffany Liu

March 11, 2056. That was the day that humans realized they could no longer live on our earth. Extreme droughts, devastating wildfires, massive floods and widespread famines conquered the land, forcing us to retreat underground. We built bunkers and preserved what little rations we still retained, but it wasn’t enough. Only the wealthy survived. Millions of rotting bodies could be found on the contaminated earth above, and the sky turned into a myth we doubted existed.

Troubled Waters

by Connie Cao

My weary arms were barely strong enough to pull myself onto the shore. I panted as beads of sweat rolled down my cheeks. I fell onto my knees in exhaustion. I gazed desperately at the violent waves to see what was left of my crew and vessel. No life remained, smothered by blankets of plastic bags and aluminum cans once within the cargo on my ship.

Another Realm Above

by Lindsay Zhang

​​“First and foremost...” I mumbled. "No, to begin with”? I groaned in frustration. What if I started with a big statement? How would the future portray my diary once they find it? I need to be much more clear. Without a single word written on my coffee stained paper, I left my room and decided to take a quick breather outside.

Plastic Placidity

by Caroline Li

I often wonder how it all started. As the clock ticks by, I am further separated from the moment of my creation, and the visions I have of my past are hazy and unclear. All I can be certain of is that there was once a time in which I was one with the Earth, akin to the essence of Mother Nature. Many events occurred even before that, I am sure, but my memory can only extend so far back.

The Huge Crab Attack

by Devon Yuan

When the huge crab started walking towards the land it was so noisy. People heard the noise far far away.

The Shadow of my Presence

by Vicky Shi

I should have never left the Arctic, and certainly not left my life too insignificant individuals. On that musty morning in the middle of summer, I was called on a particular expedition to some glaciers, but I endeavoured to stay home and care for my beloved Arctic. Her countenance was decreasing by the day; her fur was mangled and no longer a snowy white, covered with mud and sagged on her coat, like ice caps melting into puddles of water. Yet, no one appeared to comprehend the importance of curing her. Doctors assumed she didn’t have much time left, and that was 4 years ago.

The Sea Doctor

by Eliya Qianyi Wang

In the Underwater Sea Animal Hospital, doctors and nurses were working swiftly to take care of their patients. Dr. Tootle had become busier and busier these days because animals just kept showing up.

Short Article

by Ho Yan, Kyle Chan

The idea of sustainability is to prevent environmental damage and resource depletion so great that it will be impossible for future generations to survive as a result of human activity and resource use. It is a crucial element of daily life and a problem that will have an impact on the planet's future. Striking a balance between economic development, social progress, and environmental preservation is the aim of sustainability.

Short Story

by Alicia Apostolu

A dense veil of smog mixed into the ocean, rendering most of it uninhabitable. In a tiny corner of the Pacific, one coral reef was somehow sustained.

Climate Change: The Intertwined Challenges

by Naomi Lai

Climate change is the ongoing alteration of global temperatures caused by human activity, primarily the use of fossil fuels like oil, natural gas, and coal. Rising sea levels, temperature extremes, and more frequent and severe storms are all side effects of climate change. Climate change has global repercussions that pose numerous risks to businesses. Extreme weather, regardless of country, has the potential to harm industries, supply chain activities, and other infrastructure while also disrupting transportation.