Kids nationwide will contort and twist their tongues this summer for a chance to win a $2,500 educational scholarship, a $500 shopping spree, a year's supply of Auntie Anne's pretzels and reign the National Pretzel Perfect Tongue Twisting Champion.


Between June 5 and July 23, kids age 6-12 years can submit a video or DVD of themselves reciting the tongue twister -- "Picky Pretzel People Pick Pretzel Perfect Pretzels." All entries must be postmarked by July 24 and be received by July 26 for consideration.

One contest judge is Guinness Book of World Records' Fastest Female Talker Fran Capo, who said "I've been clocked saying 10 words per second, so it comes as no surprise to me that I'm known as the 'Fast Talker Extraordinaire'. I will be on the lookout for the contestant that talks the fastest, speaks the clearest and demonstrates the most passion for pretzels."

How the Tongue Twister Contest Works

In addition to mail-in submissions, Auntie Anne's also will accept Tongue Twister tries at select mall events throughout the country. For mall locations, event dates and times, please visit .

All Tongue Twister participants will receive a bookmark, which includes a voucher for a free Auntie Anne's pretzel. Auntie Anne's also will donate one book per entry to the child's school library.

The Pretzel Perfect Judging and Winners

Fran will be joined by other judges Amanda Putney, Auntie Anne's fastest pretzel roller and Sam Beiler, president and CEO of Auntie Anne's Pretzels. Qualified participants will be judged on clarity, accuracy and their passionate display for pretzels.

The grand prize winner will be announced the week of August 14, along with 20 national finalists. Each finalist will receive a pretzel perfect party for their school class and a $20 individual gift card.

"The Auntie Anne's Tongue Twister is a unique and engaging opportunity for families to have fun with words and expand their 'pretzel perfect' experience," said Beiler. "It also supports Auntie Anne's commitment to children's literacy and to being a good neighbor."

For additional information on the Pretzel Perfect Tongue Twister, including tips from Fran, please visit .

About Auntie Anne's

Auntie Anne's, Inc. is a Pennsylvania-based franchisor that supports nearly 900 Auntie Anne's Pretzels locations worldwide. The concept mixes, twists and bakes pretzels to golden brown perfection in full view of customers. It is committed to providing a premium product, in a sparkling clean store, with friendly customer service.