The NCRA Young Authors Writing Project is a statewide opportunity that invites K–12 students across North Carolina to create original writing and artwork around an annual theme. It is designed to help students develop their voice, express their ideas creatively, and connect literacy with meaningful real-world topics. The project also supports teachers with ready-to-use resources, including mentor texts, writing prompts, rubrics, and classroom guides.
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YOUNG AUTHOR RESOURCES SLIDE DECK
YOUNG AUTHORS INFORMATION AND GUIDELINES
Please contact your local council Young Authors Chair for questions or concerns. Please visit the NCRA website www.ncreading.org for a list of local councils and contact information.
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