KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Beyond the gold medal - Insights from an Olympic champion
May 27th, 2025
Vivian Kong reflects on her journey to the Olympics and shares advice for the next generation.
New York Road Runners is Inspiring the Next Generation of Athletes and Leaders
May 21st, 2025
The United Airlines' New York City Half Marathon returned with 27,000+ runners and 1,500 kids in Times Square for races, dashes, and fun for a good cause.
A Connecticut Bookstore Giving a Voice to All One Book at a Time
May 20th, 2025
Syd's Book Shack & Boutique empowers all individuals to find their voice through books and donations.
FIRST: New Hampshire organization supports youth robotics programs
May 13th, 2025
Dean Kaman, inventor and founder of FIRST, shares more about the importance of hands-on STEM experience and how robotics challenges can help kids.
Cartoons Meet Creativity: Graphic Novels Inspire Kids to Read
May 12th, 2025
Scholastic Kid Reporter Kush Kalra interviews authors Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud following the release of their graphic novel, The Cartoonists Club.
Discover the Secrets of the CIA Museum
May 6th, 2025
An inside look at the world of espionage during a trip to the CIA Museum, located in the CIA headquarters in Langley, Virginia.
The CIA’s K-9 Unit: A Closer Look at These Dogs’ Vital Role
May 6th, 2025
An interview with a CIA officer to learn more about these highly trained dogs that can detect explosives with their sensitive noses.
A Holi Festival of Color and Spring
May 5th, 2025
Scholastic Kid Reporter Kush Kalra visits a local Holi festival full of joy, community, and tradition.
Sparking Innovation: Virginia Tech's STEM Discovery Fair
April 30th, 2025
Virginia Tech’s STEM fair, dedicated to cultivating future technology leaders, immersed students in tech careers through interactive activities and industry networking.
A Visit to the Third Annual Children’s and Family Emmy® Awards
April 25th, 2025
Scholastic Kid Reporter Aiden An attended the Third Annual Children’s and Family Emmy® Awards and interviewed nominees and winners.
The Museum of the American Revolution Honors Women’s History Month
April 24th, 2025
Through galleries, programs, and shows, impacts made by women during the American Revolution period were displayed during Women’s History Month.
A Conversation with the New Owners of a California Literary Haven
April 22nd, 2025
Hicklebee’s, an award-winning bookstore in San Jose, is owned by Laura Gahrahmat, who continues its legacy with community engagement, diverse books, and popular events.
Blue Willow Bookshop: An Independent Bookstore Builds Community
April 21st, 2025
Scholastic Kid Reporter Kush Kalra visits Blue Willow Bookshop to learn about the impact of literature.
Step into Your Favorite Story: Exploring The Rabbit hOle
April 18th, 2025
Scholastic Kid Reporter Evy Bingle tours a new museum in Kansas City that brings children’s books to life.
BGCA Youth Advocates Take Their Voices to the Super Bowl
April 17th, 2025
Three teens from Boys & Girls Clubs of America attended Super Bowl LIX, earning the trip through leadership in their communities.
Behind the Scenes of The People’s House
April 16th, 2025
The People’s House Museum, created by the White House Historical Association, offers an immersive experience that highlights over 300 years of American history.
Dancing with the Stars: A Show That Shines Bright
April 10th, 2025
For two decades, this flashy televised dance competition has inspired fans everywhere.
Restoring Dignity – One Life at a Time
April 8th, 2025
Project Dignity in Singapore empowers adults with disabilities through training and employment.
20-million-dollar bear enclosure expansion underway at the Philadelphia Zoo
April 4th, 2025
America’s oldest zoo, the Philadelphia Zoo, takes on a new 20-million-dollar project aimed to enhance the bear enclave.
Firefly Aerospace’s First Lunar Mission to the Moon
March 31st, 2025
In partnership with NASA, Firefly Aerospace’s first-ever lunar mission successfully reached Mare Crisium on March 2.
A Visit to the Jane Austen Centre
March 27th, 2025
Famous writer of Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility turns 250, and the British city of Bath is celebrating in her honor.
Flying Solo on the American Airlines’ Unaccompanied Minors Program
March 26th, 2025
American Airlines' Unaccompanied Minors Program ensures the safety and comfort of children by providing early boarding, airport escorts, and special lounges.
An Interview with Mahela Jayawardene: A Cricketing Legend on and off the Field
March 25th, 2025
Kid Reporter Aarish Hirdaramani sits down with former cricketer Mahela Jayawardene.
Elementary School Makes Radio Contact Astronaut Aboard the International Space Station
March 18th, 2025
Students at Sally Ride Elementary in Orlando, FL, talked to NASA astronaut Sunita Williams on the International Space Station and learned about life in space.
Uncovering Stories of Oregon’s Past
March 14th, 2025
Documentary producer Kami Horton talks about what it’s like to uncover stories of the past for the Oregon Public Broadcasting show “Oregon Experience.”