The 16 Books Before 16 is an open reading competition organized by the Knowledge Path Library for children and youth residing in Jordan. The competition aims to encourage young readers to develop a love for reading by exploring a wide variety of books and stories across different fields.
Competition Concept
Participants are required to read 16 books from diverse categories before the age of 16 and submit electronic summaries of the books they have read through the official registration link.
Participants must adhere to the specified and diverse book categories set by the competition.
Entries found to involve assistance or interference by others will be disqualified.
Applications that do not meet the competition requirements will not be considered.
Three winners will be selected from each age group based on the following criteria:
Completion of reading all assigned book categories.
Relevance of the book/story to the proposed reading theme.
Comprehension of the content and proper use of Arabic language.
Creativity, critical thinking, and age appropriateness.
First Place: Tablet Computer + JOD 150 Gift voucher + Certificate
Second Place: JOD 100 Gift voucher + Certificate
Third Place: JOD 75 Gift voucher + Certificate
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