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"Revolutionary War Gingerbread Style" was written and illustrated by Kevin Rische from York County Schools. His story tied for 2nd place in the 4th-grade category of the 2026 PBS Kids Writers Contest.   Support comes from Minus 9 to 5 at Old Dominion University. 90by5.org

Ms. Martha shares a story titled "Ethan the Brave Dog." It was written and illustrated by Joi Boakye, from Sewell's Point Elementary in Norfolk.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled "Potato Man and Spud Monkie." It was written and illustrated by Annabelle Wilkinson from Larchmont Elementary.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "I Am Special." It was written by Lauryn Vernon, from Chesapeake, VA.

Ms. Martha Reads a story titled "The Nicest Horse." It was written and illustrated by Jaydan Theus from Point O View Elementary School in Virginia Beach.

Ms. Martha shares a story written and illustrated by Ava Shubert from Butts Road Primary School in Chesapeake.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "The Magic Dress." It was written and illustrated by Mayukha Khambhammettu from Deep Creek Central Elementary in Chesapeake.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "Lily and Lil's Hidden Treasure Adventure." It was written by Lilyanna Fungo who attends Tarrolton Elementary in Norfolk.

Ms. Martha shares a story written and illustrated by Gordan Wyatt. He attends Coventry Elementary in Yorktown, Virginia.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "The Missing Bunny." It was written by Elizabeth Porter. She attends Greenbrier Intermediate School in Chesapeake Virginia.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled "The Name Game," written and illustrated by Tait Drames. He attends Hampton Roads Academy in Newport News.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "Rainbow Writer." It was written and illustrated by Annika Cruz who attends W.T. Cooke Elementary in Virginia Beach.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "Jr. Tiger and Dinosaurs," written and illustrated by Shriyan Joshi, from Magruder Elementary in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled "Perfect Blue," written and illustrated by Adylinn Rudolph from Williamsburg Montessori School.

Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "The Journey To Mars" written and illustrated by Oliver Boyd, a 4th grader from the Ghent School.