Youth Engagement
“Color our world with HOPE” – The Krayon Kids
Youth Poetry Contest Winners
The Arizona State Poetry Society is pleased to announce the 2026 Youth Contest Winners! We extend our congratulations to all winners in the three categories and to those who received Honorable Mentions for their fine work.
This was ASPS’ third youth contest throughout the state of Arizona. We are grateful to the Arizona Department of Education for advertising this contest throughout the state and we look forward to offering this contest again in 2027.
Congratulations to you all ~ keep up the good writing!
Youth In The News
We are so proud that our young poets were recognized by the local media. If you haven’t had a chance to read this wonderful article, click on the article.
The Primary Poets
The Primary Poets is a pilot youth poetry group (ages 5-12) sponsored by the Arizona State Poetry Society and Coordinated by Karen Morales who is a former second grade teacher and current children’s author of The Krayon Kids book series.
Make sure to check back for updates.
Back to School With Primary Poets
Anthologies
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