Children’s Essay contest
All children ages 12 and younger may take part in the contest. They may use their own rose-related theme or choose one of the following:
- Why the Rose is America’s National Flower
- Why Roses Are the Symbol of Love, Friendship, Beauty and Peace
- Why I Love Roses
- Why My Parents or Grandparents Love Roses
- A fictional story about roses.
Entries may be accompanied by a drawing or painting. Essays should be no more than 400 words. The deadline for submitting entries is June 30, 2013. Entries must be accompanied by a separate page containing the following information: child’s name, age, school grade, parent’s name, address and parent’s phone number or e-mail address for notification of winners. This information must be included on a separate sheet of paper, not on the essay.
Mail entries to: American Rose Society • Children’s Essay Contest • P.O. Box 30000 • Shreveport, LA 71130.
Contact: beth[at]ars-hq[dot]org
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