Before you submit any work, check out what has been published and make sure private information is not given. Using initials on a piece of work instead of a full name can save others from harvesting this data. Also carefully proofread the material. Don’t just rely on a spell checker. Finally, submit the work on the software program suggested by the publisher.

Since some sites feature a work for only a short period of time, check it daily and print your child’s work as soon as it runs, for later use. Ask the publisher if they will notify you when it does run. If you submit written work, don’t expect it to be returned.

Teachers should also take into account these websites and suggest them to parents. The educator must make sure that they have the parent’s approval before doing so and also ensure that the administration knows of it.

For seniors in high school, the Apprentice Writer is worth checking out. It is important to make sure your child’s work qualifies first by visiting the website. www.susqu.edu/writers/apprentice.htm. Apprentice Writer is a print publication featuring student writing and art. The site is sponsored by Susquehanna University and is regional in focus. You may submit fiction, poetry, drama, essay and photography by mail to Gary Fincke, Writers Institute Director, Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove, PA 17870-1164.

Canadian Dream Gallery features contemporary poetry from those interested in Canada. Check the website for examples. www.quinte.net/dream/salon.html.

Cyberkids and its Creative Works program publish original work submitted from kids 7 to 12 years of age. Possible submissions include art, writing, games/puzzles and multimedia entries. www.cyberkids.com/we/.

Cyberteens is a zine that accepts creative submissions from students 19 or younger. The work can be poetry, art, non-fiction and more. Contact the site before submitting an article for more details. www.cyberteens.com/ab/co/.

KidsBooks is another place that accepts kids art, games, and writing for online publication. www.candlelightstories.com/Submissions.htm.

KidLit offers students through high school the opportunity to see their work in print. All submissions must be in electronic form, either by email or in a PC-compatible format. They consider any literary or artistic work for their site. The owners even offer youth the opportunity to write book and story reviews. mgfx.com/kidlit/.

Australian based Kids’Art and its Worldwide Gallery accepts submissions from children. It is an interesting site with artwork from around the world displayed. www.theartgallery.com.au/kidsart/submit/.

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