KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
How to Be the Top Dog
October 20th, 2017
Our Kid Reporter goes behind the scenes at the Royal Melbourne Show, Australia’s most prestigious dog competition.
Wonderstruck Hits the Big Screen
October 19th, 2017
The new movie based on Brian Selznick’s novel finds magic in storytelling.
Wanted: More Women in Political Roles
October 16th, 2017
In Maine, women in the State Senate are eager to see today’s generation of girls become tomorrow’s leaders.
Hurricane Maria: A First-Person Account
October 11th, 2017
A former Kid Reporter describes how the Category 5 storm affected her and the island of Puerto Rico.
Lessons at Sea
October 10th, 2017
The replica of a 19th-century cargo schooner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, serves as a “floating classroom.”
Access To Safe Water “One Drop” At A Time
October 10th, 2017
Find out what the world’s largest theater production company is doing to help solve the global water crisis.
Sleeping With the Wolves
October 4th, 2017
Our Kid Reporter and her family spend the night at the Wolf Conservation Center in South Salem, New York.
A Slide Like No Other
October 3rd, 2017
Our Kid Reporter takes a ride on a unique Los Angeles attraction.
An Injured Koala Gets a Second Chance
October 3rd, 2017
In Australia, veterinarians at Healesville Sanctuary have been caring for a special koala named Tony.
Artisans in India Struggle to Gain Recognition
September 29th, 2017
A visit with traditional artisans in Kolkata, India, whose talents are often overlooked
Meet Young Sheldon
September 25th, 2017
A Kid Reporter talks with the star of the new TV show about a boy genius.
On the Set of Young Sheldon
September 25th, 2017
Our Kid Reporter visits the set of a new TV show about a 9-year-old genius who has trouble fitting in.
Airlifting Hope to Houston
September 18th, 2017
A Kid Reporter tells how one Texas community is helping storm victims.
Imaginormous Challenge
September 17th, 2017
A contest inspired by Roald Dahl’s work lets kids see their creative ideas “Wonka-fied.”
The Unsung Heroes of the U.S. Open
September 14th, 2017
At one of the most important tennis tournaments of the year, a lot of work goes on behind the scenes to make sure that everything runs smoothly.
A State Fair Showcases New Foods
September 13th, 2017
Our Kid Reporter samples a Bacon Fluffernutter and other exotic foods at the Minnesota State Fair.
A Report From the U.S. Open
September 12th, 2017
Tennis stars Rafael Nadal of Spain and Sloane Stephens of the United States won the singles titles this year at the U.S. Open in New York City.
Net Generation Empowers Kids
September 12th, 2017
A unique program encourages young people to take up the game of tennis.
Fourth Grade “Flaunting”
September 11th, 2017
An essay contest gives students a chance to show how their differences can be a source of strength and inspiration.
Remembering the Attack on Pearl Harbor
September 6th, 2017
The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center in Hawaii helps visitors understand the fateful 1941 attack on the naval base.
The Silver Sisters
September 6th, 2017
Author Leila Howland talks about the inspiration behind her fictional tales for young people.
Girls Showcase Their World-Changing Apps
September 5th, 2017
At the Technovation competition in Mountain View, California, innovation was on full display.
The World’s Largest Bike Ride
August 22nd, 2017
Each summer, people from around the world look forward to participating in RAGBRAI—a unique bicycle ride across the state of Iowa.
Up in the Sky!
August 18th, 2017
On August 21, a total solar eclipse will be visible in 14 states across the country for the first time in 99 years. A partial eclipse will be viewable in the rest of North
A Morning of Wonder
August 17th, 2017
Three authors present their new picture books to a captive audience in New York City.