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About the Contest

The Contest is finished. The stories are in. The writing was fun. Let the judging begin.

A new Reading Rainbow Contest for young writers and illustrators in K-3rd grade will begin again next January. Look for entry details here the beginning of the year. For now, check out other stories submitted from kids like you!

 
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Where is my story?

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Your story is being read by judges.

PBS stations have judges read their Contest stories and choose the local winners. Local winners will be contacted by their PBS station.

 
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What happens next?

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All stations send their first place K, 1st, 2nd & 3rd grade winning stories to the Reading Rainbow Contest headquarters for the National Contest Judging.

If you've sent in a story, your PBS station will send you a Reading Rainbow Certificate of Achievement.

 
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How do I know if I won?

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If your story is a national winner, you'll get a letter from Reading Rainbow Contest headquarters.

 
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When can I read all the winning stories?

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In July the 12 national winning stories will be posted here. An additional 100+ Contest stories will be posted here in August – so check it out.