April is about to arrive, and with it, National Poetry Month—a whole month to celebrate the magic of words! What better way to join in the fun than by entering our Annual Youth Poetry Contest? It’s the perfect time to celebrate the art of poetry and express your creativity with words. Whether you’ve written a million poems or are just thinking about picking up a pen for the first time, this contest is for YOU!
This contest is open to students in grades 1st through 12th. Whether you're crafting your first stanza or your hundredth, we encourage you to submit your best poem!
Here’s the Scoop:
- Who can enter? Students in grades 1-12.
- When can you enter? The contest runs from April 1 to April 22—plenty of time to get your poem ready!
- How do you enter? Submit your original poem online.
Need some inspiration? We’ve got you covered! Check out our lists below for tons of books filled with tips, tricks, and inspiring poems to help you get started. Whether you’re into rhyming, free verse, or something else entirely, these resources will guide you to write your best poem yet.
You're a Poet and You Know It!
National Poetry Month: Picture Books
What are you waiting for? Grab your pen (or quill) and let your creativity flow!
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