Preparing Again for the “Save The Frogs” Contest

Preparing Again for the “Save The Frogs” Contest

​This year, once again, our students and I are preparing for the “Save The Frogs” Art Contest. Each year that we take part, I find myself deeply inspired by how much the children grow through this experience. At first, many were simply satisfied with drawing frogs, but now they have come to understand the idea of a poster—how to design an image that carries a message, speaks to an audience, and advocates for something important. Their works have grown more refined, more sophisticated, and, most importantly, filled with their own voices.

By Sophia

A poster is more than just a drawing. It combines composition, clarity of theme, and the power to move people. Through this project, the students learn that creating art is not only about drawing well, but also about asking: What do I want to express? What do I hope others feel or understand when they see my work? Some students use colors and layouts to communicate the value of life, while others explore the relationship between humans and frogs, highlighting the importance of coexistence. In this way, each child steps for a moment into the role of both designer and environmental advocate.

By Elbert

​What stands out especially this year is the diversity of approaches. Some chose realistic depictions of frogs to emphasize the urgency of extinction. Others used cartoon-like characters to create a friendlier but still powerful message. Some experimented with dimensional lettering and patterns to capture attention visually. Each piece reflects a unique personality and imagination, and as their teacher, it is incredibly rewarding to witness these creative voices come alive on the page.

By Miro

The “Save The Frogs” contest is not simply about artistic skill. It is about reflection and awareness. Through drawing, students begin to think about environmental destruction, endangered species, and our shared responsibility to protect the earth. While sketching frogs, our classroom conversations naturally expand to topics such as biodiversity, ecological balance, and the role we each play in conservation. The children ask themselves, If I could help save frogs, what would I do? and then they try to answer that question through colors, lines, and images.
When the artworks are complete, we gather to share them. Each student presents a different voice, and the variety itself is powerful. The children see firsthand that there are countless ways to express one idea, and that their individual perspectives matter. This becomes not only an art lesson but also a lesson in empathy, imagination, and civic engagement.

By Daniel

“Students prepare for the Save The Frogs Art Contest, learning to blend creativity with environmental awareness through meaningful poster design.”

Once again, this year’s preparation for “Save The Frogs” has proven to be much more than getting ready for a contest. Each student shows new levels of effort, creativity, and awareness, and I am reminded of the power of art education. Art is one of the purest and most effective languages we have to speak to the world. Seeing children learn that language—and use it to raise their voices for the environment—is something truly special.
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As we move forward, our hope is to continue using this contest not only as an artistic challenge but as a bridge to the larger world. A small frog on the brink of extinction is, in fact, connected to the health of our entire planet. Sharing that truth through art is perhaps the greatest gift “Save The Frogs” brings to us.