The UK's largest story-writing contest for 5 to 11-year-olds is back and invites children to write a story they'd love to read – in 500 words or less!
Winners will take home up to £75 of National Book Tokens to spend in their favourite bookshop (hopefully us). Plus, any schools who submit entries and receive 50% free school meals (or higher) will receive a £75 National Book Token. You can find everything you need to know here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/500-words/articles/zctk7v4…
This year’s contest is now open. If you need inspiration check out the link below to National Book Tokens list of writing tips from some of your favourite authors, including Jamie Smart, Catherine Doyle, Sheena Dempsey and Neill Cameron. https://www.nationalbooktokens.com/…/authors-share…
