Do you have a passion, or something you really care about?
Have you faced a challenge in your life?
What makes you different or unique?
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Tell Us Your True Teen Story!
Betiana, 14, won our writing contest last year. Will you be next? Pick a prompt and get started!
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We loved Betiana’s essay so much we put her in the magazine. Read her story in this month’s True Teen!
The Prompts
How to Enter
- Scroll down to find a video and other prewriting resources.
- Use them to help you write your essay.
- Have a teacher, parent, or guardian submit your work to our contest.
The Prize
One winner will get $100, and their story will be published at Action Digital. The winner’s teacher will get a free class subscription to Action.
DEADLINE: April 15, 2023
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Skills Sheets
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