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E: 19/09 WIN! AMAZON VOUCHERS AND BOOK TOKENS! (Kids- effort)


We’re challenging readers to write their own poems about the power of words. How do different words make you feel? Perhaps certain words said by adults help you feel confident and happy? Perhaps others make you feel hurt, down or isolated.
We want you to put pen to paper this summer and share your poems with us to win some fantastic prizes.
How to enter
Simply send your poems to us at win@firstnews.co.uk, with ‘Words Matter’ in the subject line. Please remember to include a parent or guardian’s name, along with a telephone number or email address so that we can contact you if you win.
The closing date is Friday 19 September 2025. Please be aware that we would like to share the winning poems on the First News and Words Matter social media platforms and websites.
The prizes
1st place: £200 Amazon voucher
2nd place: £100 Amazon voucher
3rd place: £50 Amazon voucher
Plus five runners-up will win a £10 book token each! You’ll also get the chance to feature in First News.
The judges
Your entries will be judged by a fantastic panel, including:
- First News’ Editor in Chief, Nicky Cox
- Words Matter founder Jessica Bondy
- Poet Tally Gilbert
- Hollywood star Will Poulter (pictured above)
ENTER NOW at win@firstnews.co.uk
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