I had my bunny for 8 years. So it is very precious to me. I love it. Mint Rabbit brings me joy because my parents bought it for me from Paris. They don't produce this rabbit anymore, so it is special.
Mint Rabbit
I had my bunny for 8 years. So it is very precious to me. I love it. Mint Rabbit brings me joy because my parents bought it for me from Paris. They don't produce this rabbit anymore, so it is special.
This photo was taken in Los Angeles at a graduation ceremony, celebrating students who have earned their master's degrees from the University of Southern California.
This image perfectly captures the theme of "Joy" because graduation represents a moment of immense happiness and achievement. It is the culmination of years of dedication, perseverance, and hard work. The graduate’s radiant smile, the vibrant floral leis, and the embrace of loved ones all symbolize the pride and joy that come with reaching an important milestone.
Earning a master's degree is no small feat. It requires years of commitment, resilience, and sacrifice. Less than 15% of people worldwide achieve this level of education, making this accomplishment even more special. This photograph is a testament to the strength, determination, and joy of those who pursue higher education despite the challenges.
Mission Accomplished
This photo was taken in Los Angeles at a graduation ceremony, celebrating students who have earned their master's degrees from the University of Southern California.
This image perfectly captures the theme of "Joy" because graduation represents a moment of immense happiness and achievement. It is the culmination of years of dedication, perseverance, and hard work. The graduate’s radiant smile, the vibrant floral leis, and the embrace of loved ones all symbolize the pride and joy that come with reaching an important milestone.
Earning a master's degree is no small feat. It requires years of commitment, resilience, and sacrifice. Less than 15% of people worldwide achieve this level of education, making this accomplishment even more special. This photograph is a testament to the strength, determination, and joy of those who pursue higher education despite the challenges.
Joy hides in the small moments.
The sun's gentle rays touch your skin with warmth.
The gentle sound of leaves moving through breezes represents joy's essence.
It’s in the laughter shared between friends,
and the comfort of a quiet evening.
The photograph shows a serene street captured exactly when sunset begins. The buildings reflect golden light which creates peaceful quietness and a calming atmosphere. Joy expresses itself quietly through life's little details instead of loud declarations.
Sometimes, joy is simply stopping to breathe,
and appreciating the beauty around us.
Moments of Joy in the Everyday
Joy hides in the small moments.
The sun's gentle rays touch your skin with warmth.
The gentle sound of leaves moving through breezes represents joy's essence.
It’s in the laughter shared between friends,
and the comfort of a quiet evening.
The photograph shows a serene street captured exactly when sunset begins. The buildings reflect golden light which creates peaceful quietness and a calming atmosphere. Joy expresses itself quietly through life's little details instead of loud declarations.
Sometimes, joy is simply stopping to breathe,
and appreciating the beauty around us.
When I went to the Monterey Bay Aquarium with my family over Thanksgiving break, I loved noticing the joy and fascination on my younger cousin's face as she watched the show of the otters playing in their tank. It seemed to me that she and the otter almost had a connection, like an unspoken understanding.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
When I went to the Monterey Bay Aquarium with my family over Thanksgiving break, I loved noticing the joy and fascination on my younger cousin's face as she watched the show of the otters playing in their tank. It seemed to me that she and the otter almost had a connection, like an unspoken understanding.
This photograph relates to this year's contest theme, "Joy" because of how the photograph makes you feel.
Movie Night
This photograph relates to this year's contest theme, "Joy" because of how the photograph makes you feel.
Music is the one thing in life that can heal me, no matter what. Nothing can compare to the sense of belonging and comfort that music provides. Who knew that just a combination of words and sounds could make someone feel so understood? Music is the reason I'm still here today.
Music Heals
Music is the one thing in life that can heal me, no matter what. Nothing can compare to the sense of belonging and comfort that music provides. Who knew that just a combination of words and sounds could make someone feel so understood? Music is the reason I'm still here today.
My little brother represents joy because when he smiles it makes me smile. And when I tell a story, he likes it. I like the baby noises he makes because it brings me joy.
My Baby Brother
My little brother represents joy because when he smiles it makes me smile. And when I tell a story, he likes it. I like the baby noises he makes because it brings me joy.
It is from my house. This is my baby brother. I love him so much. Being his big brother, I get to be brave and protect him especially when people are rude. His favorite thing to do is to play with our toy cars, and so that makes it my favorite thing to do. Being a big brother is joy.
My Baby Brother
It is from my house. This is my baby brother. I love him so much. Being his big brother, I get to be brave and protect him especially when people are rude. His favorite thing to do is to play with our toy cars, and so that makes it my favorite thing to do. Being a big brother is joy.
My brother represents joy. My brother makes me joyful because we watch TV together. Sometimes we play toys together. He goes on rides with me at Disneyland. He also helps me with homework!
My Brother & Me at the Tree
My brother represents joy. My brother makes me joyful because we watch TV together. Sometimes we play toys together. He goes on rides with me at Disneyland. He also helps me with homework!
My Cat
Maxwell P
Student
Los Angeles
2025
Not Selected
This photo was taken in my room when I was sitting at my desk after a long week of school. This photo relates to the year's theme of joy because whenever she comes up to me after school for me to pet her, I feel an indescribable happiness.
My Cat
This photo was taken in my room when I was sitting at my desk after a long week of school. This photo relates to the year's theme of joy because whenever she comes up to me after school for me to pet her, I feel an indescribable happiness.
This picture represents JOY. It brings me joy to decorate the tree with my siblings. I feel joy with all the memories a Christmas tree brings. This makes me feel joy because Christmas brings family together. Joy is everywhere. Joy is whatever makes you feel happy.
My Christmas Tree
This picture represents JOY. It brings me joy to decorate the tree with my siblings. I feel joy with all the memories a Christmas tree brings. This makes me feel joy because Christmas brings family together. Joy is everywhere. Joy is whatever makes you feel happy.
My Dad
Miles D
Student
Los Angeles
2025
Honorable Mention
My dad brings me joy. My dad takes me to fun places. We spend time at Downtown Disney. Downtown Disney was fun because it was snowing, and we bought Legos. I want to be just like my dad.
My Dad
My dad brings me joy. My dad takes me to fun places. We spend time at Downtown Disney. Downtown Disney was fun because it was snowing, and we bought Legos. I want to be just like my dad.
I was 40 years old when I rescued a kitten.
It's now 13 years later.
Still beguiled by the joy of her.
She was worth the wait.
My first cat.
My First Cat
I was 40 years old when I rescued a kitten.
It's now 13 years later.
Still beguiled by the joy of her.
She was worth the wait.
My first cat.
My picture brings me joy because it reminds me of my great grandmother. We used to laugh together, and it was so fun. Me and her are bffs. She used to love Christmas. Look at this picture. It reminds me of the joy we have.
My Great Grandmother
My picture brings me joy because it reminds me of my great grandmother. We used to laugh together, and it was so fun. Me and her are bffs. She used to love Christmas. Look at this picture. It reminds me of the joy we have.
My Home
Jacob T
Student
Los Angeles
2025
Honorable Mention
My home brings me joy, because I would not have a place to live if I did not have it.
My Home
My home brings me joy, because I would not have a place to live if I did not have it.
My Joy
Brianna L
Student
Los Angeles
2025
Not Selected
This picture of cheer symbolizes the essence of happiness through vibrant colors. The sport includes miles and a lot of excitement of many individuals but also evokes a sense of warmth and celebration, creating an atmosphere of joy. The visual representation of cheer becomes a reminder to me that cheer is MY joy.
My Joy
This picture of cheer symbolizes the essence of happiness through vibrant colors. The sport includes miles and a lot of excitement of many individuals but also evokes a sense of warmth and celebration, creating an atmosphere of joy. The visual representation of cheer becomes a reminder to me that cheer is MY joy.
My Puppy
Dyllyn G
Student
Los Angeles
2025
Honorable Mention
My paragraph for joy is about my new puppy, Chip. He makes me happy when I’m sad or angry. He chases me and my little sister, and it’s so funny. I really wanted a dog for a long time. The day my parents got him, I cried a lot. It was the best gift ever. My heart is filled with joy!!
My Puppy
My paragraph for joy is about my new puppy, Chip. He makes me happy when I’m sad or angry. He chases me and my little sister, and it’s so funny. I really wanted a dog for a long time. The day my parents got him, I cried a lot. It was the best gift ever. My heart is filled with joy!!
My Puppy
Delilah F
Student
Los Angeles
2025
Honorable Mention
My puppy brings me joy. When I’m sad, he always cheers me up. I love playing with my puppy, Fetch the Ball. He likes to cuddle, and that makes me happy. I love my dog, Louie.
My Puppy
My puppy brings me joy. When I’m sad, he always cheers me up. I love playing with my puppy, Fetch the Ball. He likes to cuddle, and that makes me happy. I love my dog, Louie.
My whole family gives me joy, but my siblings are the best. My brother and sister give me joy because they are so funny in every way. When they make silly faces, they make me laugh a lot. We always have fun playing together. But as they get older, we have more fun. I think my brother and sister give me joy because they are cute, and I will always love them.
My Siblings
My whole family gives me joy, but my siblings are the best. My brother and sister give me joy because they are so funny in every way. When they make silly faces, they make me laugh a lot. We always have fun playing together. But as they get older, we have more fun. I think my brother and sister give me joy because they are cute, and I will always love them.
My Tree
Isaac P
Student
Los Angeles
2025
Honorable Mention
I feel joy when I see the Christmas tree. It’s shining lights are beautiful. You get to choose different decorations with many shapes. The most exciting part is that there are Christmas presents. Having family over and gathering around the tree is the best joy there is.
My Tree
I feel joy when I see the Christmas tree. It’s shining lights are beautiful. You get to choose different decorations with many shapes. The most exciting part is that there are Christmas presents. Having family over and gathering around the tree is the best joy there is.