The Charles Lafitte Foundation Kid’s Corner is hosting a national bullying prevention month essay contest.
Students in grades three through 12 attending a public or private school in the United States are invited to participate in the contest.
To enter, students must read a book listed under their corresponding grade level and write an essay sharing their own experiences that answers the following question: How does the story relate to challenges for acceptance you have experienced within your own life, or challenges you have witnessed within your community?
Reading for grades 3-5 includes “Freak the Mighty” by Rodman Philbrick and “Goblinheart” by Brett Axel
Reading for grades 6-8 includes “One for the Murphys” by Lynda Mullaly Hunt and “Schooled” by Gordon Korman
Reading for high school students includes “Just Listen” by Sarah Dessen and “It’s Kind of a Funny Story” by Ned Vizzini.
Winning essay writers will receive $1,000 for their school library and a Kindle Fire for themselves. Essays must be typed and sent via email to [email protected] by Nov. 13. Details: www.charleslafitte.org/kids-corner