how does it work?

Got any advice?

1. Solve Gabby’s Puzzle:
   Start by cracking Gabby’s fun word game (right over →) to reveal 10 special words. These words are your tools for crafting something amazing!

2. Weave Your Words:
   Use at least four of the words from the puzzle to create a four-line stanza with two rhyming couplets. Let your creativity shine—it’s time to tell a story in verse!

3. Vote and See It Woven In:
   The Bug & Bear Press team will choose four finalist stanzas for the community to vote on. The winning submission gets woven into the next Bug & Bear book—your words, part of the story!

What are the rules?

What's in it for you?

1. Your Words in Print:
   Your stanza will be woven into the next Bug & Bear adventure, brought to life by our talented team—your words, part of the story!

2. Spotlight and Recognition:
   Your name will be featured in the book, on our website, and in Gabby’s Gazette as the official Word Weaver Winner!

3. Gabby’s Gift Bag:
   Each winner receives a special gift bag from Gabby herself, filled with exclusive Bug & Bear goodies and surprises to celebrate your creativity!

1. Follow the Format:
   Your stanza should be four lines long with two rhyming couplets. Use at least four of the ten words from Gabby’s puzzle. Stick to the format—it’s all part of the fun!

2. Keep it Yours!
   Original ideas only, from sentient beings: humans, bugs, bears, fish, dogs—it’s all good. Bots? No thanks!

3. Keep it Fair:
   Only one entry per person, please! We’ll check by e-mail, and we know you could get clever… but, be cool. One entry is all we need.

1. Make Your Words Sparkle:
   Choose words from Gabby’s puzzle that stand out, and weave them into something simple, clever, and memorable. Sparkling words make sparkling stories!

2. Think Beyond the Lines:
   Let your imagination wander! Gabby believes every story begins with a bold idea. Don’t be afraid to dream big—she’s here for the adventure!

3. Add a Touch of Whimsy:
   A clever rhyme, a playful twist, or a bit of word magic will make your stanza shine. The sillier and more surprising, the better!

• Spikey little tree treasures, perfect for tossing or collecting.

• A tiny measurement, or how a caterpillar makes its way.

• It stretches wide when you're up for something fun (or mischievous).

• Big and round, and full of adventures waiting to be found!

• Sprinkle a little of this and anything can happen.

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