CREATIVE WRITING POETRY

I. GENERAL MEDIA CATEGORY INSTRUCTIONS

Media presentations are shown or read the day of Teens Involved. Teens listed on the roster must comply with the attendance rules in order to be eligible for recognition and to earn awards. However, an alternate teen may read or show the media presentation.

A. Five copies of each presentation and the Presentation Information Sheet must be prepared and submitted to the Word of Life Area Missionary in charge at least three (3) weeks prior to the event or by the date specified.

B. Entries received later than the specified time will be accepted at the discretion of Word of Life.

C. Each presentation must be resubmitted by May 15th for International participation.

D. The presentation must be the work of the teenager(s). Adult coaching and supervising is strongly encouraged, but the actual production work must be done hands on by the teen(s) listed on the roster.

E. Participants should bring a copy of their entry to show or read on the day of presentation. All judging will be completed prior to the day of presentation.

II. SPECIFIC CREATIVE WRITING - POETRY INSTRUCTIONS

A. Use rhythmical language to vividly portray your most beautiful or highest thoughts, imaginations, emotions or experiences. Seek to arouse the feelings and imaginations of your readers.

B. Entries must be written by one individual and must be his or her own work.

C. Should be neatly typewritten on 8½ x 11 inch paper. Must use dark letter- quality print.

D. Presentation must move readers toward spiritual reflection or a spiritual decision.

E. Two (2) point deduction will be assessed for every 100 words or fraction thereof over 2,000.

2009-10