Storybook Pumpkin Contest
| Dates: |
November 2 - November 6. Drop off your pumpkin in the morning on November 2. Pick up November 6 at the end of Grandparents' Day in the Gym (otherwise they'll get thrown out!). |
| Who: | Anyone in grades PK-5! One entry per student. |
| Prize: | Grand prize for each grade: PreK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5. Winners will get to choose a book from the Scholastic Bookfair! Winners announced November 6. |
Contest Rules:
- Use a SMALL fresh or artificial pumpkin or squash. Students should be able to carry the pumpkin him/herself.
- PUMPKINS MAY NOT BE CARVED. Pumpkins may be painted, drawn or colored with markers, paints, etc. Do not paint an entire fresh pumpkin, as it will spoil too fast. Leave at least the bottom half free of paint! Acrylic paints or permanent markers work best. Watercolors tend to just smear. Yarn, pipe cleaners, fabric scraps, cardboard, glitter, construction paper, etc. may be used to decorate the pumpkin. Tape or glue may also be used. Embellishments such as hat, hair, bandanas, mustaches, glasses and jewelry can add life-like qualities.
- Be creative! Judging criteria will include originality, creativity, workmanship, and relevance to the chosen book. Decisions of our guest judges are final.
- Entries should be accompanied by an entry card. Click here for a card to print or get 1 from Mrs. Thiel!
All pumpkins will be on display during the week where a panel of guest judges will choose a winner in each grade.
Remember this fun event is completely voluntary!
Special thanks to the PTF for their support of this program!
