Creating an Entry

This page takes students through the step-by-step process of creating a project.

1. Read about the contest theme and review the theme book.
2. Determine if you want to do an individual or group project using the Working in Groups worksheet.
3. Select a topic.
4. Select the type of entry: documentary, exhibit, paper, performance or website. Read the Contest Rule Book.
5. What is an annotated bibliography?
6. How do I create a process paper?
   - Sample 1
   - Sample 2
   - Sample 3
7. Research a topic.
8. Design the entry.  Here are some tips to get you started. Be sure to consult the Contest Rule Book for details.
   - Documentary
   - Exhibit
   - Paper
   - Performance
   - Web Site
9. Self-evaluate your entry.
   - Sample Evaluation Forms
10. Contact your district coordinator to find out how to enter the contest.