Congratulations to Primary 6 pupils who recently received their certificates for entering BBC 2's 500 words creative writing competition.
Seven years ago, Chris Evans had a dream: to get children excited about reading and writing. All children, no matter what their ability. 500 Words is now one of the most successful story-writing competitions for kids in the world.
Entrants write an original story on any subject or theme in 500 Words or fewer and submit it online. If they win, their story will be read live on the radio by a superstar celebrity…like Julie Walters, Tom Hiddleston, Sir Kenneth Branagh, Jeremy Irons, or Sherlock himself – Benedict Cumberbatch. Each year, 10 million Radio 2 listeners hear, read and love these stories.
The Expert Judges
Malorie Blackman
This Former Children’s Laureate has an OBE to her name! Author of Noughts and Crosses, she’s got a lot of awards under her belt.
Frank Cottrell Boyce
He took GOLD as the writer behind the London 2012 Opening Ceremony, and is back to help pick the medal winners!
Charlie Higson
He’s got a licence to judge! The Young Bond and The Enemy author returns for another year because it’s “great fun!”
Francesca Simon
Genius behind the Horrid Henry series, Francesca can’t wait to read your stories!
For more information go to the BBC 2 500 words website.
