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Young Authors' Faire

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When is the deadline for the Young Authors' Faire?

last week of April 2011

2. What are the categories of books that the children may write?

Ficton, Non-Fiction, Poetry, Cookbook, Alphabet Book, and Dictionaries

3. What are the parts of the book submitted?

Front, Back, Title Page, Dedication, Story, and About the Author

4. When can students begin writing their books?

Anytime from September - April

5. How many books may be submitted by each school?

12 individual, groups, or class books

6. Can books be written in a student's primary language?

yes

7. Where and when is the Young Authors' Faire?

Saturday, May 14, 2011 at Bernal Intermediate School, Oak Grove SD
6610 San Ignacio Avenue, San Jose

8. How much does it cost to enter the faire?

$45.00

9. When will we find out our room assignment?

The April mailing

10. How many workers are needed from each school at the faire?

2 workers from each school. They must be a member of the SCCRC

11. What jobs are available?

logistics, bookroom, or facilitators

For further questions, contact Prudence Kolano(click on link below) 

Prudence Kolano