Storyworks Contests

October/November 2025

Deadline

Decembeer 1, 2025

Fayette Contest

James Fayette is called a hero of the American Revolution. Write a paragraph to explain why he’s called that, using details from the article. 

Prize

I Survived the American Revolution, 1776: The Graphic Novel by Lauren Tarshis


Ghost Bell Contest

Continue the story. Write one page about Stella and Grace’s Halloween night. Use descriptive details to create a scary, exciting, or cozy mood.

Prize

The Mystery of Locked Rooms by Lindsay Currie.


Scary Contest

Imagine your school is organizing a Halloween celebration. Using details from the infographic, write a letter to your principal explaining whether it should include scary activities.

Prize

 $25 gift card for the Scholastic Store Online


Root Power! Contest

What root should Lexie use next? Find three words that contain the same Greek or Latin root of your choice. Then write a sentence for each word (or create a comic that features your words). 

Prize

* Students whose entries are chosen for a future issue will receive a prize!


September 2025

Deadline

November 1, 2025

Sanjay Contest

Imagine you’re Sanjay. Write a journal entry about your day at the community center and what made it different from usual. Use details from the story to explain how you surprised yourself and others.

Prize

The Cobra’s Song by Supriya Kelkar


Asheville Contest

Write a paragraph to explain what people did to help each other after Hurricane Helene hit Asheville, North Carolina, and the surrounding area. 

Prize

All About Hurricanes by Cody Crane


Animal Quiz Contest

Which animal would you be? Write a paragraph explaining how you are similar to and different from your animal match. Include details from the infographic. 

Prize

Would You Rather? Animals by National Geographic


Root Power! Contest

What root should Lexie use next? Find three words that contain the same Greek or Latin root of your choice. Then write a sentence for each word (or create a comic that features your words). 

Prize

* Students whose entries are chosen for a future issue will receive a prize!


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