National Writing Competition 2026
Books From Children To Children — the competition that turns children into published authors
2026 Theme: Climate Change
“Write stories today. Create a better tomorrow.” Entries should engage with this theme in any form — fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, realism, or poetry.
Theme
🌍 Climate Change
Age Group
Children 0–11
Fee
✔ Completely Free
Deadline
11 September 2026
Submit entries to: info@jaycesworldoflearning.co.uk
What your child gains
Submissions close 11 September 2026 · Winners announced October 2026
Frequently Asked
Quick answers
Who can enter?
Children aged 0–11 residing in the UK. Open to children in UK primary schools and those receiving home education.
Is it really free?
Yes. The Books From Children To Children competition is completely free to enter. There are no entry fees.
What’s the 2026 theme?
Climate Change. Children can write stories or poems on this theme in any form — fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, realism, or poetry.
What’s the deadline?
11 September 2026 at midnight UK time. Entries by email to info@jaycesworldoflearning.co.uk.
What do winners get?
Selected entries are professionally published in the 2026 Jayce’s World anthology. Published authors receive professional editing, author credit, a physical copy of the anthology, and an invitation to the launch event.
How do I enter my child?
Write a story (100–500 words) or poem (up to 24 lines) on the theme of Climate Change. Email it to info@jaycesworldoflearning.co.uk with subject line: BFCTC 2026 — [Child’s Name] — [Story Title]. Include the child’s name, age, school, city/town, and parent/guardian name and contact.