# Description
Participants create an illustrated children’s story of high artistic, instructional, and social value. The narrative may be written in prose or poetry and take the form of a fable, adventure story, or other structure. The storybook should be of high quality, designed to meet the year's given theme.
# Theme
2023-2024 Theme: Students will create a book for children in grades Pre-K - 2nd Grade. The book should focus on the importance of inclusion and teamwork.
Careers associated
Writer
Illustrator
Educator
Editor
Publisher
Graphic Artist
# Oklahoma Eligibility
Entries are limited to two (2) books per chapter.
# State Competition Information
Judges will evaluate the entries based on a tier system. The student's book will be judged first.
Only the top 15 will have their portfolio judged and the top 12 will be interviewed for the semi-finalist portion.
# Coordinators
The individuals listed below are familiar with the event and available to give guidance. Please email them if you have questions regarding this event.
Jessica Holman
Event Coordinator
Valerie McCauley
Event Manager