Turn Halloween Reading into Art: The ReadWorks x Simply Draw Contest

Looking for a fun, low-prep way to boost reading comprehension this October? ReadWorks and Simply Draw have teamed up for a nationwide Halloween Illustration Contest for students in Grades 1–6.

​Instead of traditional worksheets, students demonstrate their text understanding by turning what they read into an original piece of art.

Quick Contest Details

• Who Can Participate: Students in Grades 1–6 (submitted by teachers, parents, or guardians).
  
  
• The Prompt: Read two designated Halloween passages, choose one, and create an original drawing based on the text. Use a free trial of the Simply Draw app to add technique to your drawing! (article e.g., Thank You, Bats for 1st Grade, History of Halloween for 4th Grade, Jenna and the Black Cat for 6th Grade)
  
  
• Deadline: Friday, November 6th at Midnight ET.
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• Prizes: 6 Grade-Level Winners (1 per grade) judged on demonstrated text understanding.

How to Participate 

→ Get the articles,contest rules, and submission details 🎃