Writing Contests for Kids

 

This is the page where you’ll find writing contests for kids! Every contest is different, so be sure to read the guidelines before entering.

To find out more about a certain contest, click on the name below. If you have a contest you’d like for me to list, please contact me.

 

For past contests, click HERE. 

 

Write the World (All Countries)

Deadline: New Contest and Deadline Each Month

Upcoming Contests

Ages: 13-18

 

 

Nicholas A. Virgilio Memorial Haiku and Senryu Competition 2023 (US Only)

DEADLINE: March 27, 2023

Ages: Grades 7 – 12

 

 

Listen to a Life Story Contest 

DEADLINE: April 14, 2023

Ages: 8-18

 

 

Tadpole Press 100-Word Writing Contest (All Countries) 

DEADLINE: April 30, 2023

Ages: All

$10 Entry Fee

 

 

World Historian Student Essay Competition

DEADLINE: May 1, 2023

Ages: Grades K-12

 

 

Scholastic Art and Writing Awards (US Only) 

DEADLINE: Varies by region but begin December 1, 2023

Ages: Grades 7-12

Entry Fee: None

 

Magazines That Publish Writing by Kids

 

Stone Soup 

Ages: 13 and Under

 

Rattle Young Poets Anthology 

Ages: 15 and Under