Super Summit Stories: Volume 3

Discover the unfiltered imagination of childhood in the third volume of Super Summit Stories, a remarkable anthology showcasing original tales crafted by third-grade students at Summit School in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. These young authors developed their narratives during a six-week writing workshop under the virtual guidance of BookBreak’s Author-in-Residence, Adam Rubin. Through focused lessons on character, setting, and conflict, each student has created a story that reflects their unique perspective and creative voice. What distinguishes this collection is its artistic dimension–every narrative features a companion relief print illustration by its author. Using techniques learned in art class, students first created “wallpaper” backgrounds with repeating motifs from their stories, then overlaid bold character portraits in contrasting inks. This printmaking process transforms their written worlds into tangible, textured visual art. Super Summit Stories Volume 3 presents an authentic window into the sometimes hesitant, often quirky, and invariably beautiful thought processes of eight-year-olds. The collection reveals their diverse interests, distinct personalities, and refreshingly honest storytelling approaches. Ideal for young readers, parents, educators, and anyone who values genuine creative expression, this full-color softcover celebrates the profound connection between narrative and visual art while capturing a singular moment in these young creators’ development.