As part of Chemists Celebrate Earth Day 2006 and in recognition of its theme, "Dig It!", the American Chemical Society is sponsoring an illustrated haiku contest for students in Kindergarten - 12th grade. Students are invited to produce an illustrated haiku poem demonstrating the theme "Dig It!" and should reflect some aspect of soil, dirt or plants.

Official Contest Rules and Guidelines*

Only local section winners will be considered for the national competition. Rules and guidelines for competitions in your area can be obtained from your CCED Coordinator.

• Visit the Natural Resources Conservation Service to learn about your state soil and to view soil survey maps from your area.
• Find your state trees and flowers on the US Arboretum site.

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