A literature entry may be a work of fiction or nonfiction. Prose, poetry, and drama are all accepted. The entry must relate to the current Reflections Program theme.

Literature entrants are not to borrow from copyrighted material.

Whether an entry uses a variety of techniques or a simple approach, it will be judged primarily on how well the student uses his or her artistic vision to portray the theme. A well-developed concept is more important than technique.

Presentation

• Entries must not exceed 2,000 words.
• One original and two copies of the entry are to be submitted.
• Entries may be handwritten or typed, either on a typewriter or with a computer.
• Illustrated entries, including “books,” with pictures drawn by the student are acceptable; however, only literary content is judged.
• Collections of poems or short stories are not accepted. A student may submit more than one work, but each one must be submitted separately.
• Entries are to reflect grade-appropriate grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Review the complete Literature Rules in the PDF below. Students must adhere to the Literature Rules as well as the General Student Participation Rules.

Literature Rules (PDF) [link]
Literature Rules (PDF) SPANISH [link]