
Event Details
Have you written a poem you think would appeal to children? Then why not enter The Caterpillar Poetry Prize 2025! The Caterpillar Poetry Prize is organized by The Caterpillar, a print
Event Details
Have you written a poem you think would appeal to children? Then why not enter The Caterpillar Poetry Prize 2025!
The Caterpillar Poetry Prize is organized by The Caterpillar, a print magazine for children featuring poetry, short stories and art. The competition is open to anyone over the age of 16.
The prize is for unpublished poems written by an adult for children aged 7–11. The poems can be on any subject. There is no line limit. Entries must be in English.
The winning poems will be published in the Irish Times online. The winners will be announced in June 2025.
FAQ
If you are curious how writing competitions work, or it’s your first time entering one, we recommend reading our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page first.
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