A wise man once quipped: “Creativity is contagious. Pass it on.” Albert Einstein certainly knew what he was speaking about, and when it comes to encouraging creativity and imagination in our youth, just think of the untold treasure, waiting to be discovered! This is one of many reasons why READ Educational Trust is particularly encouraged to talk about the annual READ Word Warrior Competition: a platform used to promote literacy, reading and the art of creative writing among young South Africans.
Open to learners from the ages of nine through sixteen, the 2018 READ Word Warrior Competition requires entrants to write a fiction story incorporating a colourful character, Detective WW Inkomba. (‘Inkomba’ means ‘clue’ in Zulu and Xhosa). ‘Word Warriors’ are required to produce a fun, fact-finding (FFF) mission that draws readers in, and captivates them right up to the very last word! The entry form is filled with tips and questions aimed at getting those creative juices flowing and bringing out the best in our budding Agatha Christies! All good detectives must be wondering what’s in it for them? Not only will their work be showcased on the READ website; the winner will receive a R1000 cash prize, and their school will receive books to the value of R5000! READ encourages learners, educators and parents alike to inspire participation in this competition.
Send your essays to READ by 31 October 2018. E-mail info@read.co.za or PO Box 30994, Braamfontein, 2017.
For more information about the 2018 READ Word Warrior Competition, contact READ Educational Trust.