₦2 million
and other consolation prizes to be won!
Eco-Storytelling:
- Objective: Create short stories or comics that imagine a world overcoming specific environmental issues.
- STEAM Integration: Encourages literacy, critical thinking , and imagination in crafting narratives that propose innovative solutions to real-world problems.
- Guidelines: Entries must be original and can be handwritten or typed. Comics can be drawn by hand or using digital tools. Stories should be 500-1000 words, while comics should be 1-4 pages.
Recycle & Innovate Challenge:
- Objective: Design and build a useful item or art piece using only recyclable materials.
- STEAM Integration: Combines (building and design principles), (understanding materials and their properties), and (aesthetic presentation and creativity).
- Guidelines: Submissions must include a list of materials used, a brief explanation of the creation process, and a photo or video of the final product. Participants are encouraged to explain the science behind their choice of materials and how their creation addresses a specific environmental issue.
“Trash to Treasure” Craft:
- Objective: Create useful items or toys from household recyclable materials, focusing on innovation and utility.
- STEAM Integration: Utilizes principles of Mathematics (measuring, scaling), Arts (design and creativity), and Engineering (construction techniques).
- Guidelines: Participants must submit a detailed description of their crafting process, including the role of each material used. Photos or a short video showcasing the item from different angles and its intended use are required.
Submission Process
- Participants register through an online form, providing basic information and selecting their competition category.
- Submissions are made via a dedicated portal on the competition website, where participants can upload their stories, comics, photos, or videos along with a brief description of their project.
- Each entry must be accompanied by a parent or guardian consent form.
Judging Criteria
- Creativity & Originality: Innovation in concept and design.
- Relevance to Theme: Clear connection to environmental sustainability or climate action.
- STEAM Integration: Effective use of interdisciplinary skills and knowledge.
- Presentation: Clarity, organization, and aesthetic appeal of the submission.
- Impact: Potential for real-world environmental benefit.
Timeline
- Registration Opens: April 20
- Submission Deadline: June 3rd
- Judging Period: June 4-8
- Deliberation and Final Decisions: June 9 – 15
- Awards Ceremony: June 19
Awards & Recognition
- Prizes: Winners in each category receive cash and gift prizes worth N500,000, eco-friendly STEM kits, books on environmental science, and art supplies. All winners and runner-ups receive digital certificates.
- Showcase: Selected entries will be featured in an online gallery and during a virtual award ceremony, where winners will have the opportunity to present their work.
- Feedback: Constructive comments from the judges will be provided to encourage learning and growth.