Tuesday, November 6, 2012

2012 IGES Art Contest!

2012 IGES Art Contest

Grades 2-4

Entries due November 16, 2012

We're extending our art contest deadline to November 16, 2012 to give those who may have been affected by Hurricane Sandy time to recover and participate.

Young scientists and artists are encouraged to explore biodiversity this year.

There are many different types of life on Earth -- from bacteria to insects to plants and animals. This biodiversity extends across species and individuals. We encourage students to learn about the forms of life in a particular place. Have them explore what can be seen, what types of life are hard to see, and how those lifeforms interact with one another.

Biodiversity is everywhere! Students should investigate, then draw a picture showing what they have learned. Remember to submit completed art pieces to the

"The World's a Place of Living Things" is the 17th annual art contest held by the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES) in Arlington, VA. The contest supports national education standards for grades K-4.

The first-, second-, and third-place artists will receive $100, $75, and $50 Visa gift cards, respectively, framed color certificates and their artwork will be showcased on IGES's website. For all entrants, certificates of participation will be available online as PDF files for teachers and parents to download and print.

For more contest details, guiding questions, fun facts, and resources, please visit www.strategies.org/ArtContest

About IGES
Located in Arlington, VA., IGES was established in 1994 and is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization supported by public and private entities. IGES is a trusted leader in Earth and space science education, communication and outreach, and in fostering national and international cooperation in observing the Earth.

CONTACT

Brandi Bernoskie
Science Communications Manager
Institute for Global Environmental Strategies
p: 703.312.0823
Email: Brandi_Bernoskie@strategies.org


This contest is proudly sponsored by: Institute for Global Environmental Strategies


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