This writing contest requires young scholars to compose a well thought out reflection on what they have observed in our modern world during their life, and how they would like to see the world move forward.  

A total of four awards will be given for the Message From Young Scholar writing contest. The first-place winner will receive $250. The second-place winner will receive $150. The third and fourth place winners will each receive $50. Awards will be delivered via PayPal. The contest’s eligibility and submission requirements are below.

At K1 AND K2 PRODUCTIONS’ core, we spotlight foreign language learning and literacy. Reading and writing are a bedrock of education, and our future leaders of tomorrow must value these foundational skills to prosper in the 21st century. K1 AND K2 PRODUCTIONS have published 2 children’s book series that aim to transport readers along with the protagonists into a world of wonder and cultural charm. While the series inspires readers to explore new paths and chase their dreams, the series also highlights independent endeavors. and the values in their commitments.

We believe that while our world seems smaller and we can communicate instantly with people all over the globe, there is something that still requires nurturing: Compassion for our fellow human beings. We eagerly look forward to reading your essays in response to the writing prompt.

The contest is open to all youths who are residents of the United States between the ages of 9 and16 years of age at the time of entry.

1. Essay submissions should answer the one of the two following questions:
• What are your hopes and dreams for the world in 2022? Why?
                                                   Or
• What changes would you like to see in the world in 2022? Why?
2. Submissions should be handwritten by the participant. Please take a photo of your essay and upload the image. If the participant has a uniquely special circumstance that prevents them from submitting their handwriting, please contact k1andk2productionsllc@gmail.com about an alternative for their submission.
3. Participants should include their name, their age, their city of residence, the date, and the title of their essay.
4. K1 AND K2 PRODUCTIONS is not responsible for late, lost, or incorrectly submitted essays. Be sure to leave enough time to resubmit the essay if technical difficulties occur.

All essays must be submitted between Tuesday, December 21, 2021 and Friday, December 31, 2021 11:59 EST (Eastern Standard Time).

A total of 4 awards will be given for the Message From Young Scholar writing contest. The first-place winner will receive $250. The second-place winner will receive $150. The third and fourth place winners will each receive $50. Additionally, K1 AND K2 PRODUCTIONS will spotlight the 4 winner’s essays on our website and social media platforms.

The winners will be notified no later than January 2nd, 2022.
We will announce the winners on January 14th, 2022.
The judges include author K. S. Daniels and the editorial staff of K1 AND K2 PRODUCTIONS. The decision of the judges is final.