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Storybook Writing: Advocating for Animals and Responsible Pet Ownership 

Education plays a critical role in shaping how future generations view and interact with animals.We believe that children who grow up with empathy and respect for animals will contribute to a more humane and compassionate society. 

Through the process of crafting and designing a storyonthe theme of ResponsiblePet Ownership, we hope to engage young minds in learning about and developing a sense of ownership towards both pet and community animals in Singapore. We also seek to raise awareness of the AVS’ broader mission of protecting animal health and welfare, including fostering responsible pet ownership within our City in Nature.

The Competition: A Creative Way to Advocate Animal Welfare

As part of the competition, students are tocome up with a narrative about cats aspets.Stories could range from that of an abandoned cat finding a loving home, to the journey of a pet cat and its beloved owner. The goal is to incorporate messages relevant to the theme of responsible pet ownership and animal welfare in a way that is both educational and engaging for young readers.

Get Involved Today!

Teachers are encouraged to mentor their students through this creative journey, ensuring their stories are on track for timely submission. We can’t wait to see the imaginative and thoughtful narratives that students will submit.Let’s work together to make a lasting impact on the next generation’s understanding of animal welfare and responsible pet care.


Competition Details

Eligibility:

  • This competition is open to Primary 4 and 5 studentsfrom all MOE primary schools.

  • Students may form teams of up to 5 students for their submission.

Submission Requirements:

General

  • Submissions must be in English.

  • Submissions must have a maximumof  500 words.

  • Submissions must carry the theme of cats and Responsible Pet Ownership.

  • Submissions content and style must beappropriate for young readers aged 6 and below.

  • All content submitted must be the students’ original work.

  • Submissions must be done online via the link given on the AVS website.

Presentation and Formatting:

  • Submissions must use a clear font (e.g. Futura) in font size 20 or larger.

  • Submissions must follow the provided template here.

  • Submissions must include a title, cover page, and accompanying illustrations.The text and accompanying illustrations should consist of 16 pages.

  • Submissions should be in pdf format.

Competition Timeline: 

 Item  Date 
 Registration deadline   16 May 2025 
 Submission deadline  25 July 2025 
 Announcement of winners and award ceremony by GOH  September

Registration Link: https://go.gov.sg/avs-storybook-competition-registration

Submission Link: Going live on 6 June 2025!

Prizes:

1st Prize:$500 worth of bookvouchers.Your book will also be officially published and distributed to preschools all over Singapore. A 1st Prize Plaque will also be presented to the school.
2nd Prize:$300 worth of book vouchers. Your book will also be officially published and distributed to preschools all over Singapore. A 2nd  Prize Plaque will also be presented to the school.
3rd Prize:$100 worth of book vouchers. Your book will also be officially published and distributed to preschools all over Singapore. A 3rd  Prize Plaque will also be presented to the school.


Terms & Conditions

1. Eligibility:
a. The competition is open to students from MOE primary schools in Singapore, specifically those in Primary 4 and Primary 5 at the time of submission.

2. Submission Guidelines:
a. Entries must be original and unpublished. Plagiarism will result in disqualification.
b. AI-generated content (both text and illustrations) is strictly prohibited due to copyright concerns and will result in disqualification.
c. Submissions must align with the theme of cats and "ResponsiblePet Ownership."
d. Each entry must include both a story that is less than 500 words and original accompanying pictures.
e. Accompanying pictures must be created by hand, using traditional drawing methods, digital illustration software, or photography.
f. Entries must be submitted by the school’s teachers on behalf of the student(s).

3. Judging Criteria:
a. Submissions will be judged on, by not limited to, the following criteria:
 - Creativity and originality in storytelling.
 - Relevance to the theme of cats and responsible pet ownership.
 - Engagement and suitability for preschool-aged readers.
 - Quality and appeal of illustrations.

4. Copyright & Usage Rights:
a. By entering the competition, participants grant AVS the right to publish, distribute, and use the submitted works for educational and promotional purposes, with credit given to the authors and illustrators.
b. AVS reserves the right to edit, modify, or adapt the winning entries for publication purposes.

5. Prizes & Recognition:
a. The top three winning entries will be published and distributed to preschools and libraries across Singapore.
b. The top three winning entries will receive book vouchers worth $500 for 1st place, $300 for 2nd place, and $200 for 3rd place.
c. Winning schools will receive an appreciation plaque.

6. General Conditions:
a. AVS reserves the right to amend the competition rules or timeline if necessary.
b. Decisions by the judges are final and not subject to appeal.
c. Participation in this competition implies acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.

For more information, please contact us at AVS_Engage@nparks.gov.sg.