By Elizabeth Tang Grade 6 My parents often reminded me of an ancient truth: “Harmony comes in diversity.” For a long time, I confidently believed I was a tolerant person. It was only as I grew older that I began to question whether my open-mindedness was real, or simply a …
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What Do Avocados Have to Do With the Environment?
What Do Avocados Have to Do With the Environment? By: Elle Shi, Grade 7 Avocados have become one of the world’s most popular foods. This creamy fruit can be served as guacamole to be paired with guacamole or served sliced on top of toast for a both filling and healthy …
Read More »Teenagers’ Mental Health
In recent years, teenagers’ mental health has become a serious hot topic. Many middle school students feel anxious, stressed and lonely because of heavy study pressure. A healthy mind plays an important role in our growth, so we should pay more attention to our mental health. There are several reasons …
Read More »How to Better Deal with Test Anxiety?
What is test anxiety?Test anxiety is a feeling of worry and fear before exams. Physically, you may feel your heart beat faster, breathe more quickly, or even have trouble sleeping. Your memory may get worse, and in the exam room your mind may go blank, even making easy questions seem …
Read More »Europeans’ Culture Shock to FIFA
Dedicated to the players, fans, and dreamers who make the FIFA World Cup a symbol of teamwork and determination, the Rising Star Magazine is proud to spotlight the stories and moments that inspire us both on and off the field. The 2026 FIFA match will be hosted across the North …
Read More »Keep a Healthy Lifestyle and Good Mood
By: Heran Zhang Health includes both physical condition and mental state. Nowadays, heavy schoolwork brings great pressure to teenagers. Many students feel tired and upset, so we need to keep healthy both in body and mind. First, we must balance study and rest. Some students keep studying all day without …
Read More »All About Microwaves: The Invisible Symphony on Your Kitchen Counter
By Sofia Pan, G8 In 1945, an engineer named Percy Spencer was standing next to an active military radarmachine when he noticed a bizarre sensation in his pocket. His chocolate candy bar hadcompletely melted into a warm, gooey mess. Instead of getting annoyed, Spencer gotcurious. He placed a handful of …
Read More »The Effect of Climate Change on Our Minds
By: Elle Shi, Grade 7 When people think about climate change, they often imagine melting ice caps or stronger storms. However, studies have found that climate change can also affect we humans who are living on that changing planet. These rising temperatures and more frequent extreme weather can impact memory, …
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