Category Archives: Writing Contests

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Top 10 Tips for Teachers: How to Make Your Students’ First Writing Contest a Success

By Dean Owen, Guest Contributor for Tadpole Press Writing

When our school signed up for the Tadpole Press 100-Word Writing Contest, I saw it as more than just an enrichment activity. It was a chance to show every student that storytelling was for them. Not just the kids who always finish their homework on time. Not just the ones who love to write. Everyone. […]

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Creative Karuta Award 2017

Deadline: November 30, 2017

From the Creative Karuta Award website:  Everybody is invited to enter the 2nd Creative Karuta Award by submitting art & writing works of their favorite scenes/objects in their home/chosen country, featured on Karuta, a traditional Japanese playing card. Karuta (English version) is played with 26 clue (writing) cards and the answer cards with the picture.  […]