Winner will appear in Reader's Digest, tour The Planetary Society with Bill Nye, and win $20,000!
Aayansh is a kind, curious leader who champions creativity—reading, museums, chess, music, sports, innovative LEGO builds, and giving back
Help your favorite student appear in Reader's Digest and take home $20,000!
America's Favorite Student will share their educational journey in the pages of Reader’s Digest, highlighting the power of learning and inspiring readers nationwide.
Learn MoreWhy They Love Being a Student
Aayansh thrives as a student because his curiosity is constantly fueled by new experiences, especially through his travels, which expose him to diverse places and cultures. A sensitive and social child, he loves playing with friends, sharing ideas, and learning through group activities. He listens attentively to his teachers, enjoys reading to deepen his understanding, and brings natural confidence to the classroom—often leading from the front and becoming the joyful center of attraction
Favorite Subject & Why
Science fuels Aayansh’s deep curiosity about how the world works. His journeys through museums, palaces, and temples across Australia, Netherlands, Spain, France and India inspire him to connect timeless ideas with modern thinking. An avid reader of physics, chemistry and biology, he turns questions into hands‑on experiments. A thoughtful and social learner, he enjoys collaborating with kids, sharing insights, and leading discussions—transforming discoveries into meaningful learning moments
How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals
If Aayansh wins the prize money, he hopes to use it in ways that support learning for himself and others. Since his parents already provide him with the books and resources he needs, he would like to donate part of the prize to the Liberty Science Center and to a school in India that he and his parents already support, helping them set up a small science lab for underprivileged children. He plans to save the remaining amount for future learning as he grows older
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