Who Can Contribute?

• Children between the ages of 6 to 14 years can submit their work.
• Submissions can be made individually, through schools, or with help from parents/guardians or teachers.
• We accept contributions in English, Bengali, or any Indian language (with English translation, if possible).

What Can You Send Us?

We accept original works across a wide range of categories:

• Stories: Fiction, fables, folk tales, or your own creative adventures.
• Poems: Rhymes, verses, or free-flowing thoughts on any theme.
• Drawings and Paintings: Art that expresses your ideas, dreams, or favorite things.
• Essays: Reflections on topics like nature, friendship, festivals, or your role models.
• Science Corner: Fun facts, simple experiments, or ideas that make us go “Wow!”
• Book Reviews: Tell us about a book you loved and why others should read it.
• Riddles and Puzzles: Can you create one that challenges our readers?
• Comics: Short, child-appropriate comics or story strips.

Note: All work must be original and created by the child (with guidance, not ghostwriting).

Format and Length

Here’s how to prepare your submission:

• Stories & Essays: Up to 500 words (typed or clearly handwritten).
• Poems: Up to 30 lines.
• Drawings/Art: Scanned in JPEG or PNG format, minimum 300 dpi resolution.
• Handwritten work: Must be scanned clearly (dark ink preferred), with neat handwriting.
• Include the child’s name, age, city/town, and school name (optional) on the first page.
• For digital entries, submit as a Word, PDF, or image file (no zip folders, please).

Submission Ethics

• All content should be child-safe, respectful, and non-offensive.
• Submissions must not be copied from books, websites, or AI tools.
• We reserve the right to edit for clarity, grammar, and length (without changing the child’s voice).

How to Submit

• Email your submission to: [Insert your official submission email]
• Or upload it through our official website: [Insert submission link]
• Attach a completed Parental Consent Form (mandatory).
• Schools can submit in batches with a declaration from the teacher or principal.

Review and Selection

• Every piece is reviewed by our young editors and their facilitators.
• We aim to respond within 2–3 weeks of submission.
• Selected entries will appear in our quarterly journal, and some may be featured on our website or social media (with consent).

Recognition

• Published authors receive digital certificates of appreciation.
• Some may be invited to special online meetups, contests, or workshops hosted by the editorial team.
• Exceptional contributors may be invited to join our Junior Editorial Board.

Parents, Teachers & Guardians

• We encourage you to support your child in creating their submission but avoid doing it for them.
• Please help with scanning, typing (if needed), and submission.
• We require a parent/guardian declaration form with every entry.

Copyright and Publishing Rights

• Copyright remains with the child and their guardian.
• By submitting, you grant non-exclusive publishing rights to Kalyani Sishu Barta for print and digital formats.
• Reproductions require written permission from the editorial board.

Let Your Voice Be Heard!

Whether you're a budding author, curious scientist, or young artist, Kalyani Sishu Barta is YOUR space to shine. Don’t worry about being perfect—just be YOU.

We’re excited to see your ideas take flight!