“I love brainstorming names, ages and the characterization of my characters in all my writing. For me, it is super fun.”
The Pistachio Man by Isabella Diep
Seventh Grade , Hickman Charter School, Stanislaus County Teacher: Roxanne Lemos
How did pistachios come to California? A young man named William reveals the answer in a dramatization of the true story.
Illustrators: Liv Bryant, Connie Weng and Samantha Jang Franklin High School, Elk Grove Art instructor: Derek Bills
“My favorite part of the story was describing the different ways that eggs can be prepared, because I really do love eating eggs!”
Laura & Lana: California Fairies of Flora & Fauna by Nathan Tanega
Eighth Grade , Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School, Stanislaus County Teacher: Star Pedron
A lively poem recounts the adventures of two fairies who help California’s animals and plants grow.
Illustrators: Sophia Reynoso-Lopez and Akilah York Sheldon High School, Sacramento Art instructor: Kelsey Dillard
There are six state winners and 48 regional winners. Along with having their work published, the state winners also receive a medal, are honored at a dinner and meet lawmakers at California Agriculture Day at the state Capitol. Deadline for entries in the 2021 “Imagine this…” contest is Nov. 1. Details can be found at www.LearnAboutAg.org.
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