KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK

James Hill Shares His Musical Journey

Owen Marksbury

October 9th, 2024

“I like to feel that I’m a small part of shaping the voice of the ukulele,” the Canadian musician told our Kid Reporter. 

Behind the Scenes at the Field Museum

Evy Bingle

October 8th, 2024

Our Kid Reporter learns more about the dinosaur fossils at the iconic Chicago museum. 

A California Fruit Farm Cultivates Healthy Options

Enya Yang

October 3rd, 2024

At Brentwood Rare Fruit Farm in Northern California, visitors can pick organic fruits straight from the tree. 

A Wisconsin Air Show Dazzles Visitors

Natalie Bendix

September 27th, 2024

Over the summer, EAA AirVenture offered aerobatics, helicopter rides, and more at the Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. 

A Visit to the Field Museum in Chicago

Evy Bingle

September 9th, 2024

Our Kid Reporter explores the famed natural history museum. 

In Florida, Women Are Taking Charge

Rebekah McNarney

August 20th, 2024

Our Kid Reporter talks with leaders in the Orlando area about the strides women are making. 

Fighting Hunger in Los Angeles

Aiden An

August 9th, 2024

For more than 50 years, the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank in California has provided meals to individuals and families facing food insecurity. 

Brave New Voices Competition Spotlights Young Poets

Kush Kalra

August 8th, 2024

Students from Houston, Texas, recently won first place in the country’s largest youth poetry competition.

A Visit to Ellis Island

Deirdre Liebman

August 6th, 2024

Our Kid Reporter visits the island in New York City where her ancestors first arrived in the United States. 

“Redemption Tour” for U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Team

Evy Bingle

August 1st, 2024

The U.S. women won gold at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. 

Jamie Hector Introduces Haitian-Themed Book Collection

Deirdre Liebman

July 23rd, 2024

The actor and storyteller talks about a new classroom library from Scholastic that draws upon his own experiences as a Haitian American. 

Solution Seekers Enter the National STEM Challenge

Gavin Gracey

July 17th, 2024

Students in grades 6 through 12 demonstrate ways to create a more sustainable environment through the use of STEM.

 

A National STEM Festival Celebrates Student Innovation

Xander Dorsey

July 16th, 2024

In April, top students showed off their ingenuity in Washington, D.C. 

Blading for Bees

Jade Lof

July 11th, 2024

Zach Choboter of Canada set a rollerblading record to raise awareness about the threat that climate change is posing to honeybees.

 

A Visit to the “Today” Show

Xander Dorsey

July 11th, 2024

Our Kid Reporter visits the TV program’s studios in New York City’s Rockefeller Center. 

A New Exhibit Shows How Food Brings People Together

Evy Bingle

July 11th, 2024

An exhibit at the DeKalb County History Center in Illinois traces the influence of food on cultures and communities.  

National History Day Celebrates 50 Years

Logan Gracey

July 2nd, 2024

For five decades, the nonprofit organization has been challenging and inspiring students to find the “story” in “history.” 

Rock Climbing Becomes a Popular Sport in South Korea

Harry Kim

July 2nd, 2024

Indoor bouldering is a favorite pastime in this small East Asian country.

Celebrating Pride Month in Houston

Kush Kalra

June 27th, 2024

Our Kid Reporter talks with individuals who are working to make a positive difference for the city’s LGBTQ+ community.

Lending a Helping Paw

Zoya Siddiqui

June 25th, 2024

Gabriel's Angels, a nonprofit organization in Arizona, provides emotional support to children through pet therapy programs. 

Step Afrika! Blends Dance and History in “The Migration”

Xander Dorsey

June 25th, 2024

A unique dance company celebrates African American culture and traditions. 

A Conversation With Chris Colfer

Mika Jones

June 20th, 2024

Our Kid Reporter talks with the award-winning actor, singer, and author at an event for his latest novel in New York City. 

A Rare Spell-Off Determines Scripps Spelling Bee Winner

Gavin Gracey

June 18th, 2024

After 14 rounds and a 90-second spell-off, Bruhat Soma won the cup at the 96th Scripps National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, Maryland. 

Former First Family Mourns a Loss

Skye Oduaran

June 13th, 2024

Marian Robinson, the mother of former First Lady Michelle Obama, died in May.  

Advocate Raises Awareness About Life With a Disability

Evy Bingle

June 12th, 2024

Melissa Blake, who was born with Freeman-Sheldon Syndrome, has written a new book about her experiences in an ableist society. 

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