The annual Ready Army Prepared Kids competition is underway, with this year’s theme being Prepare Strong! The competition is organized into three age groups; up to age 7, ages 8 to 12, and ages 13 to 18. Children are encouraged to use their unique talents or interests to tell the story of preparedness. All children up to age 18, with a connection to the Army, submitting original unpublished work, are eligible to enter the Ready Army Prepared Kids Competition.