Explore. Celebrate. Preserve.
Every family has traditions, but have you ever wondered how they began?
Perhaps a yearly celebration started because of an unexpected adventure, a funny mistake, a long-forgotten promise, or a remarkable family story. Write about the surprising origin of a real or imaginary family tradition and how it became an important part of family life. Whether heartwarming, humorous, mysterious, or magical, let your story reveal the memorable event that started it all. ✨📖🏡🎉
Themes:
Ages 5-8
The Day Our Family Started
Write about a funny, surprising, or special day that started a family tradition everyone still follows today.
100-300 Words
Ages 9-11
How Our Family Tradition Began
Tell the story of the event, adventure, or mistake that created a family tradition and made it meaningful.
300-500 Words
Ages 12-14
The Secret Behind the Tradition
Explore the hidden story, mystery, or memorable moment that turned an ordinary event into a cherished family tradition.
500-800 Words
Ages 15-18
The Origin of a Legacy
Write about the powerful, unexpected, or life-changing experience that sparked a family tradition and shaped generations to come.
800-1,500 Words
Entries must be original and written by the participant. Any use of AI/Reference will disqualify them from participation in any competition.
Awards to Win!
Compete, create, and celebrate the art of storytelling! Win Awards Too!
A premier platform for kids to showcase their writing talent through exciting competitions, and win Awards.
Little Wordsmiths
5-8 Years old
Nurturing the seeds of storytelling in the bright and curious minds of young dreamers.
- Story Sprout
- Tiny Tale Award
- Imagination Starter Award
Bold Wordsmiths
9-11 Years old
Celebrating the budding creativity of young writers just beginning their storytelling journey.
- Rising Pen Award
- Creative Words Award
- Boundless Scribbler
Aspiring Authors
12-14 Years old
Recognizing the vision and creativity of tomorrow’s literary leaders.
- Narrative Voyager
- Junior Trailblazer
- Dream Sketcher
Masterful Wordcrafters
15-18 Years old
Celebrating the creativity and mastery of the future voices of literature.
- Junior Alchemist
- Literary Prodigy
- Junior Laureate
Submission Guidelines
We’re excited to read your stories! Before you submit, please make sure your work follows these simple guidelines:
✅ Age Group: Open to writers aged 5 to 18. Make sure you’re submitting in the correct age category.
✅ Original Work Only: Submissions must be your own original writing. Plagiarized content will not be accepted.
✅ Language: Please use English only.
✅ File Format: Submit as a Word File.
✅ Word Count: Follow the above mentioned wordcount limit as per the age group.
✅ Editing: Make sure your work is spell-checked and grammatically correct.
✅ One Submission per Contest: Only one entry per participant is allowed for each contest round.
For better understanding read this post of How to submit your story?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this competition free to enter?
Yes. Entry is free for eligible participants.
Who can participate?
Young writers ages 5-18 across the United States can participate.
What should the story be about?
Stories should align with the theme: Traditions Unfolded. Explore the origin of a real or imaginary family tradition and how it became a cherished family custom.
What file format is accepted?
Stories should be submitted as a Word file.
Will every participant receive a certificate?
Yes. Every participant receives a digital certificate.
Will selected entries be published?
Selected entries will be published on our website.
