Using Dawn books to educate children about nature? We want to know!
Spotted Fawn from Earth Day, Birthday
Written by Pattie Schnetzler illustrated by Chad Wallace
To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day, Dawn Publications is giving away $350 in books to educators and their students. Teachers are encouraged to share their experiences – both inside and outside the classroom – on connecting children with nature using Dawn books. Whether you’re a home school teacher, camp counselor, environmental educator or a traditional classroom teacher we’re interested in your inspiring stories.
- 1st Place – $200 worth of Dawn Books
- 2nd Place – $100 worth of Dawn Books
- 3rd Place – $50 worth of Dawn Books
How to Enter
Each entry should include a minimum one page story or synopsis on how you have used Dawn books to inspire and educate children about nature. Supplemental items, such as pictures or lesson plans, are encouraged but not required. Any entry that includes a picture of a child must include parental consent for its use. In addition, please make sure that your entry includes the following information:
- Teacher’s Name
- School Name
- Address
- Phone number
Entries should be emailed to contest@dawnpub.com or mailed to Dawn Publications, 12402 Bitney Springs Rd., Nevada City, CA 95959. All entries must be received by 11:59 pm PST on Earth Day, April 22nd, 2010.
Winning entries will be announced on May 1st, 2010 and may be featured on our website.
Click here for complete contest rules.
Not sure if your classroom project is eligible? Have a question about the rules? Give us a call at1-800-545-7475.