WORD ONYX STORYLAB

Imagine It, Tell It.
Share It.

A creative storytelling adventure where children develop their imagination, writing, communication and digital creativity. Every child has a voice. Every story deserves a chance to shine.

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YOUR IMAGINATION. YOUR STORY.

Big ideas begin with a story.

Write it. Tell it. Bring it to life.

STORYLAB ADVENTURE AGES 8–16
🌟 Every child has a voice
LEARNING MADE FUN. POTENTIAL UNLOCKED.

Discover the storyteller within.

StoryLab Adventure gives young creators opportunities to write original stories, share them with an audience and explore ways to transform their ideas into creative projects.

WHY STORYLAB?

More than a story.
A world of possibilities.

Build valuable skills while turning imagination into something meaningful.

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Creative Writing

Develop original ideas, engaging characters, story structure and vocabulary.

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Confident Storytelling

Practise expression, clear communication and presenting stories to others.

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Communication

Learn to express ideas clearly, connect with an audience and share a message.

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Creative Thinking

Explore possibilities, solve story problems and think beyond the obvious.

THE STORYLAB JOURNEY

Three rounds.
One powerful imagination.

Take an idea from the page to a performance and a creative project.

01 ✍️
BECOME AN AUTHOR

Write Your Story

Give your imagination a beginning, a middle and an unforgettable ending.

  • Write an original story
  • Add a title, story text and category
  • Include a cover image
  • Demonstrate creativity, originality, vocabulary and structure
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BECOME A STORYTELLER

Tell Your Story

Bring your words to life through voice, expression and performance.

  • Record yourself telling the story
  • Create a video performance
  • Show confidence and clear expression
  • Engage your audience through storytelling
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BECOME A CREATOR

Bring It to Life

Transform your written story into a creative visual or multimedia experience.

  • Animation or AI-assisted video
  • Comic book or digital storybook
  • Illustrated slides or short film
  • Puppet show or stop-motion project
COMING SOON

Every talent deserves to shine.

Awards recognise different strengths across the StoryLab journey.

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StoryLab Author Award

Recognising outstanding story writing.

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StoryLab Storyteller Award

Recognising expressive storytelling and performance.

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StoryLab Creator Award

Recognising creative visual storytelling.

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StoryLab Grand Champion

Recognising excellence across the journey.

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

From first draft to grand showcase.

Follow the stages of your StoryLab experience.

1

Story Submission

Write and submit your original story.

2

Storytelling Challenge

Perform and share your story.

3

Creative Production

Explore animation and digital creation.

4

Grand Showcase

Celebrate creative work and achievement.

YOUR VOICE. YOUR ORIGINALITY.

Let your own ideas shine.

Original work is at the heart of the StoryLab experience.

✓ Story requirements

  • Stories must be written by the participant.
  • Submissions must be original and creative.
  • Copying from books, websites or other sources is not permitted.
  • AI-generated stories are not accepted.

✓ Guidance and review

  • Parents and teachers may guide and encourage participants.
  • The story must remain the child’s own work.
  • Word Onyx may review all submissions.
  • Publication is subject to Word Onyx approval.
✦ YOUR STORY STARTS HERE

The world is waiting
to hear your story.

Turn your ideas into stories, your stories into experiences, and your imagination into something you can share.

Start Your Story →