Elementary
Ridiculous Writers
The hilarious creative contest that will spark writing joy for 6-13 year-olds!
Middle & High
Fright Club
A creative writing contest to engage 10-18 year-olds, teaching them how to write a story.
Pre-K & Kindergarten
My First Poem 2026
A fun contest to introduce your students to poetry!
Ideal for 5-8
Super Me
Give your students the power of creativity with this AWESOME DRAWING CONTEST.
All
Pet Poetry
Animal-themed poetry contest for 4-18 year-olds.
How it works...
1
Use the amazing FREE resources and engaging themes to inspire children and young adults to get writing.
View Contests
2
Send your work to Young Writers - our editors read every poem and story we receive!
3
It’s time to celebrate as children become authors published in a real book!
Welcome to Young Writers
Inspiring Young Writers since 1991
"Thank you so much for another opportunity! The class really enjoyed this."
Justina Denapoli, Father Vincent Capodanno Catholic Academy, NY
See more testimonials...
"The students enjoyed the freedom of this project (Peculiar Pets). It got them excited to write."
Amanda Peterson, Christ The King School, NY
See more testimonials...
