KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK

Learning About Meteorites

Evy Bingle

November 12th, 2024

In her third article about the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago, our Kid Reporter explores the Robert A. Pritzker Center for Meteoritics and Polar Studies.

“Run in the Dark” Contributes to Paralysis Research

Mika Jones

November 11th, 2024

Mark Pollock of Ireland started an international fundraising event to seek a cure for paralysis. 

Berkeley Botanical Garden Hosts Animal Day

Enya Yang

November 11th, 2024

On October 27, young people celebrated animal life and nature at the University of California Botanical Garden of Berkeley. 

Our Kid Reporter in South Korea Talks With the British Ambassador

Josephine Lee

November 5th, 2024

Colin Crooks, who has been the British Ambassador to South Korea since 2022, emphasizes the importance of learning about other cultures. 

Habitat for Humanity Moves Historic House

Evy Bingle

November 4th, 2024

Thanks to Habitat for Humanity in DeKalb County and local support, an Illinois family will now live in a historic house.

 

A Maryland Chef Cherishes His Food Memories

Gracelynn Conway

October 31st, 2024

Growing up, local chef John Shields helped his grandmother when she cooked in a church kitchen. 

Moose in New England Face Threat

Aria Castenetto

October 30th, 2024

Climate change, which is leading to warmer winters and hotter summers, is endangering the moose population. 

At Gadsby’s Tavern, History Comes Alive

Coco Moon

October 30th, 2024

At a historic venue in Old Town Alexandria, young people share stories from the past. 

Jeff Kinney Brings Hot Mess to Connecticut School

Arjun Atluri

October 29th, 2024

As part of his book tour, the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator visits our Kid Reporter’s school.

After Hurricanes, Utility Workers Restore Power

Asher Freije

October 29th, 2024

Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused catastrophic damage in the Southern United States. Electrical linemen worked around the clock to help repair downed power lines.  

South Korea Faces Steep Population Decline

Amy Lee Si Jin

October 21st, 2024

Growing economic pressures have led many people to postpone having a family. 

Olympic Swimmer Driven by Dreams

Rheya Agarwal

October 17th, 2024

Gan Ching Hwee of Singapore broke two national records at the Summer Olympic Games in Paris. 

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. 

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