POSTCARD SHOULD:

1. Include an illustration that focuses on conservation. The illustration should be done in color (using felt pens, crayons, etc.) on the top half of 8 1/2" x 11" white paper. No computer art allowed.

   (Note to K-1 teachers: Students may use the entire 8 1/2" x 11" paper for the picture. Attach a separate sheet with the explanation and student information as listed in part "c" of Format Directions for Postcard.)

2. Include a short response to the following description as a guide (25-50 words). The description should reflect understanding of at least one of the three methods of conservation: sustainable use, preservation, and restoration.

   Examples:
   Sustainable Use: Reducing use of nonrenewable/renewable resources; sustainable agriculture
   Preservation: Setting aside land for national, state, or city parks; preserving quality of natural resources and ecosystems
   Restoration: Reclaim any ecosystem to its original or near original condition.

   (Note to K-1 teachers: Dictation for explanation will be accepted...minimum of 10 words.)

POSTCARD FORMAT:

1. Divide 8 1/2" x 11" white paper (i.e., typing paper) in half, crosswise
2. Draw picture on top half and type (or write legibly) explanation on bottom half
3. Write name, school, school's address, grade, and teacher's name below the explanation

Example

ATTENTION TEACHERS: Postcards will be judged in five categories: One postcard from each category will be selected. Contest for Hawaii residents only. Grades K-1 Grades 2-3 Grades 4-5 Grades 6 -8 Grades 9 - 12

In a clasped envelope (Do Not Fold), send entries postmarked no later than December 6, 2000 to:

Hawaii Geographic Alliance, UH Manoa,
Department of Geography, SSB 408,
2424 Maile Way,
Honolulu, HI 96822.