Igniting a passion for writing in every child

Free writing resources for teachers and parents

Opportunity to become a published writer in a real book

A free book for every school with published students

Create confident and engaged writers

Incredible prizes for schools and students

Elementary

Scary Tales

Creative writing contest for elementary and middle school students, ideal for 6-13 year-olds

Middle & High

Creative writing contest ideal for 10-18 year-olds

Use the amazing FREE resources and engaging themes to inspire children and young adults to get writing.

Send your work to Young Writers - our editors read every poem and story we receive!

It’s time to celebrate as children become authors published in a real book!

See confidence and engagement soar!

"My students absolutely loved the challenge of writing mini sagas!"

Darla Bubar, Edward Town Middle School, NY

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"Thank you so much for another opportunity! The class really enjoyed this."

Justina Denapoli, Father Vincent Capodanno Catholic Academy, NY