Array ( [article_id] => 20444 [company_id] => 1 [user_id] => 0 [article_type_id] => 58 [article_seo_url] => fof [details] => Array ( [Title] => Fight Or Flight [Description] => [Subheading] => What will your students choose? [Age] => Ideal for 10-18 [Intro] =>

Inspire your students to write compelling mini sagas (stories told in up to 100 words) with Fight or Flight! 

In every story a character makes a choice. It's what happens because of that choice that makes the story. 

What choice will your students write about?  Funny dilemmas or life-or-death decisions? Will their characters flee and live to see another day, or face the situation head-on? They could write about real-life experiences or imaginary worlds - it's completely up to them how they interpret the theme.

The chance to see their work in print will motivate your class to get writing; it's guaranteed to unleash creativity and ignite enthusiasm in your classroom.

There are more free downloads to help you teach an exciting English lesson they'll never forget, including a ready-made lesson plan & slide deck (also available in Google Slides) model stories and writing prompts designed to kick-start ideas.

Head to the downloads tab to get all the resources you need to take part, and get your whole school involved in Fight or Flight today!

[Rules] =>

Only one entry per student 

There is no limit to the number of entries per school. Teachers please submit your entries altogether where possible!

Entries do not have to be on the entry form: mini sagas can be submitted on the entry form, a sheet of paper, typed, or using the Online Writing Portal.

Each student's name, age and school name should be included on their entry. (Entries can be submitted with first names only or initials if needed.)

Mini sagas have a 100-word limit. Titles are not included in the word limit.

If a story starter is used, it must be included in the 100-word limit.

US entrants only.

Copyright remains with the author.

Free to enter.

[School Prizes] =>

Young Writers’ Award of Excellence is awarded to the school that submits the best set of entries for this contest.

PLUS every participating school receives a free copy of the book their students feature in.

(The more entries you send, the more free books you’ll receive: E.g. Send 1-30 entries & you'll receive 1 free copy, send 31-60 entries you'll receive 2 free copies, etc. Every participating school receives at least 1 free copy their students feature in.)

[Student Prizes] =>

Our favorite 3 writers will each win a $50 Amazon gift card.

PLUS every entrant receives a bookmark for taking part. Students chosen for publication also receive a certificate.

(The school & student winners will be chosen from the entries received Jan-Feb 2025.)

[Tips] =>
[YouTube] => wuTgEsf3nO4 [Opens] => 2025-01-03 [Closes] => 2025-02-28 [Extended] => 1 [Orion ID] => 664 [RR Ontraport ID] => [DL Ontraport ID] => 669 [Post Class] => Fight or Flight [Orion Teacher Year] => Middle & High [How to Enter] => We can't wait to read your students' stories! [Winners Subheading] => We're delighted to announce the winners... [Winners Intro] =>

A huge thank you to everyone who took part in Fight Or Flight competition.

We loved reading all of the entries we received.

[Winner Word] => [Schools/Clubs] => Schools [Thumbnail] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734443695-4940-FightorFlight_PageIcon.jpg [Background] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734443695-2531-Fight-or-Flight_Background.jpg [Logo] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734443696-4178-Fight-or-Flight_Banner-Logo.png [Independent Intro] =>

Write a compelling mini saga (a story told in up to 100 words) with Fight or Flight! 

In every story a character makes a choice. It's what happens because of that choice that makes the story. 

What choice will you write about?  Funny dilemmas or life-or-death decisions? Will your characters flee and live to see another day, or face the situation head-on? You could write about real-life experiences or imaginary worlds - it's completely up to you.

You could see your work in print, and the top 3 writers will win a $50 Amazon Giftcard. Download the graphic organizer which includes story ideas to inspire you, and get involved in Fight or Flight today!

How To Enter

Email your entry along with your, name and full address to: [email protected]

OR

Upload your entry at https://www.youngwritersusa.com/new-uploader or use the link below.

OR

Mail your entry along with your name and full address to:

Young Writers - Fight or Flight
77 Walnut Street
Unit 11
Peabody, MA, 01960

Closing Date: February 21, 2025

[Independent Rules] =>

Only one entry per person.

If a story starter/ending is used, it must be included in the 100-word limit. Titles are not included in the word limit.

Entry must include name, age and full home address.

Entry must be entrant's own original work.

Entry can be submitted on the entry form or a sheet of paper or typed (on a computer or the Word Doc Entry Form)

US entrants only.

Free to enter.

Copyright remains with the author.

[Independent Prizes] =>

Our favorite 3 writers will each win a $50 Amazon gift card.

PLUS every entrant receives a bookmark for taking part. Entrants chosen for publication also receive a certificate.

(Entries will be chosen from those received in Jan-Feb 2025. Independent entrants are eligible for student prizes.)

[Meta Title] => Fight Or Flight - Creative Writing Contest For Middle & High School Students [Meta Description] => Inspire your students to write compelling tales with Fight or Flight, the brand-new creative writing competition from Young Writers [Meta Keywords] => Fight or Flight, mini saga, creative writing, story writing, teacher resources, teacher toolkit, writing resources, contest, competition, writing contest [Share Title] => Fight Or Flight - Creative Writing Contest For Middle & High School Students [Share Description] => Inspire your students to write compelling tales with Fight or Flight, the brand-new creative writing competition from Young Writers [Layout] => main-comp [Icon] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734443697-8766-FightorFlight_PageIcon.jpg [Category] => Middle & High [Type] => creative-writing [Country] => USA [Resource Hub Text] =>
[Letters Sent Date] => 2025-08-11 [Letters Sent Satus] => [Books Published Start Date] => 2025-05-12 [Books Published End Date] => 2025-09-08 [Books Published Status] => [Winners Announced Date] => 2025-10-03 [Winners Announced Status] => [How to Enter Image] => [Video Placeholder] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734443696-2029-Fight-or-Flight_Video.jpg [School Prize] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734443696-736-SchoolTrophy.jpg [Student Prize] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734443696-7208-50Amazone-giftcard.png [Banner Background] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734443696-6282-Fight-or-Flight_Banner-Background.jpg [Banner Logo] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734443697-2417-Fight-or-Flight_Banner-Logo.png [Share Image] => https://bonacia-sites.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/young-writers/ems/competitions/1734444202-6622-FightorFlight_PageIcon.jpg ) [date_created] => 2024-12-17 13:54:57 [last_updated] => 2025-09-26 11:21:20 [sort_order] => 8 [incoming] => 0 [live] => 1 [archived] => 0 [deleted] => 0 )