Throughout Volume 20 issues, we have been publishing special features with writing and art (such as our 20 Is A Charm Contest) to celebrate our 20th year. In Volume 20, no. 5 (Nov. - Dec. 2008) issue, we will publish yet another special feature: Twenty Inspirational Women & Men to celebrate our 20th year.

Who are your top twenty women and male role models of the 20th Century? For example, do any of these women and men rank high in your mind?:

Oprah Winfrey * Ruth Ginsburg * Aung San Suu Kyi * Shakira Mubarak * Indira Gandhi * Mother Teresa * Evo Morales * Dalai Lama * Mandela * Wangaari Mathai * Dr. King * Cesar Chavez * Nancy Pelosi

With your help, we'll create an Honor Roll of 20 global leaders in various fields who have helped shape our future. No matter where you live on the planet, tell us who your role model is. How do they inspire you?

Send names of your favorite authors, leaders, social and peace activists, or international personalities who were born in the 20th century. We would love to know the reasons why you would include them in the Honor Role by Oct. 25! Please limit your submission to 750 words.

January-February, 2008. Welcome to Our 20th Year!
New Year celebration in Iran, Intercultural understanding, Summer in Sierra Leone, Bullying at school, Homeschooling experiences.

March-April, 2008. Nurturing Nature
Connecting with nature, endangered species, springtime renewal, youth poetry, boys to men worldwide, magical moments, turning points in life, photo essay on nature or wildlife. How does your culture live in harmony with nature and the world? Photo essay on a culture or country.

May-August, 2008. Best Books to Read, Summer Plans
International travel experiences, summer activities and adventures, volunteering, taking action to improve the world, spirituality, schooling issues: personal experiences with public and alternative education. Skipping Stones book awards feature outstanding multicultural/nature books, teaching resources & educational videos/DVDs.

September-October, 2008. Youth Honor Awards, 20 Is A Charm, Back to School.
Annual Youth Honor Awards and the 20 Is a Charm Contest winners showcase student writing and art on multicultural and nature themes. Other multicultural writings and art will also be included in the issue. Globalization and communications technology. World Art feature could consist of more art: pictures and drawings than written words.

November-December, 2008. Culture & Community
Final batch of 20 Is a Charm Contest winners, Holidays, celebrations and traditions, peace, justice, 20 inspirational men and women role models, inspirations for the individual and society. What do you love about your culture, community, language or country? What challenges do youth in your community, schools and country face? What are the strengths and weaknesses of your country?

Each issue of Skipping Stones also includes a photo essay on a region, country or culture of the world. We also welcome contributions for our regular departments: BookShelf, Parent/Teacher Guide, Folktale!, Letters to the Editor, What's On Your Mind?, Taking Action and Health Rocks!