Grades 3-5

• Posters should be no larger than 24X36 inches.
• Pictures or other materials may be mounted on the posters, if mounted securely.  Only materials that are flat or create a two-dimensional effect may be used.  Mounted materials cannot stick out more than 1/8 of an inch from the paper.
• Any coloring materials available to students and suitable for poster work may be used.
• Posters must be the original work of the individual student. Original work is created by the student and shows a fresh, new idea.  Students should be made aware of copyright protection.  (See Copyright section.)  Hand drawn pictures qualify for extra judging points.  
• Posters should be submitted flat and not rolled.  
• Posters that are also submitted in bookmark contests are allowed if all other specifications are met.
• The NACD theme may be written on the poster if that theme may be linked convincingly to the annual approved theme for this contest. 

Posters must be identified on the back using the following format: