“Make a Snowman” (Grades 1-7)
Students are invited to create a Snowman entirely out of recycled materials! It’s all about turning everyday waste into something fun and artistic. To take the challenge further, students will also write a short story (around 400 words) answering these questions:
• How would climate change affect a real Snowman?
• What can we do to make things better?
Maquette specifications:
• 60 cm (height) x 30 cm (width) x 30 cm (depth)
• At least 70% of the material should be recycled material [Tip: the more recycled the more creative points to be earned!]
“Build a Snow Park” (Grades 8-12)
In this challenge, students will design and construct a Snow Park model using recycled materials. But there’s more — your Snow Park needs to include a reception area, at least 3 attractions or rides, and one F&B outlet. Additionally, participants must prepare a feasibility plan, which includes budgeting, marketing, and maintenance strategies.
Design specifications:
- 40 cm (elevation), 60 cm x 70 cm (base)
- At least 70% of the material should be recycled material [Tip: the more recycled the more creative points to be earned!]
School Requirement:
- Availability is limited to 32 schools per competition (64 total) on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Competition Details and Eligibility
This competition is free for the students to participate. However, due to the high demand, and the limitations on judging the projects, we have set a criterion for the eligibility to participate. Schools are encouraged to book and confirm 300* students to be entitled to nominate five students. Those five students will represent their classmates and the school in the competition. This competition is available only for Abu Dhabi and Al Ain Schools and limited to 32 schools.
How to Register
• Step 1: Book and confirm a total of 300* students to Snow Abu Dhabi, between January 27th and May 16th.
• Step 2 Fill out the registration form below.
• Step 3: Once the registration form is submitted, and our team has confirmed, you will be asked to share the five nominees’ names as follows:
o First and Last name
o Grade and section
o Nationality
• Step 4: The deadline for submitting the projects is May 30th, 2025. Instructions on how to submit the project will be shared via email
Judging Criteria
A judging panel will short-list the nominated projects for the finals. Participating students, their parents, and school representatives of the 3 finalists will be invited to the ceremonial event at Snow Abu Dhabi – dates, timings, and event flow will be shared accordingly. 1st place, runner-up, and 2nd runner-up will be determined and announced on the same day.
Good To Know! Tips on judging criteria:
1. For "Make a Snowman":
o Creativity and use of recycled materials.
o Relevance and originality of the story.
2. For "Build a Snow Park":
o Innovation and design functionality.
o Quality of the maquette and use of materials.
o Practicality of the feasibility plan.
Participation Rewards
For Participating Projects:
- Projects will be exhibited at Snow Abu Dhabi during the finals, with students’ names and schools displayed.
- The school will receive a participation certificate.
For Students:
- Snow Abu Dhabi Ticket
- VOX Cinemas Ticket
- ACTIVATE Dubai Ticket
Winning Projects
For Schools:
- Winning projects will be displayed at Snow Abu Dhabi for two weeks with the school’s name featured.
- Winning certificates.
- 1 FREE* event at VOX Cinemas.
For Individual Student Prizes:
1st Place (per student):
- AED 1000 Voucher
- Winner Certificate
- Safari Ticket
- Annual Pass to Snow Abu Dhabi
- Family Tickets to Snow Abu Dhabi, VOX Cinemas, Magic Planet, and ACTIVATE Dubai
Runner-up (per student):
- AED 600 Voucher
- Winner Certificate
- Family Tickets to Snow Abu Dhabi, VOX Cinemas, Magic Planet, and ACTIVATE Dubai
Second Runner-up (per student):
- AED 400 Voucher
- Winner Certificate
- Family Tickets to Snow Abu Dhabi, VOX Cinemas, Magic Planet, and ACTIVATE Dubai
Contact Information for Assistance
For questions or further assistance, please contact:
- Email: Meriam.Fahmy@maf.ae
- Phone: +971 52 8795 146
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