KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Our Kid Reporter in South Korea Talks With the British Ambassador
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
October 21st, 2024
Growing economic pressures have led many people to postpone having a family.
Olympic Swimmer Driven by Dreams
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
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
October 8th, 2024
Our Kid Reporter learns more about the dinosaur fossils at the iconic Chicago museum.
A California Fruit Farm Cultivates Healthy Options
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
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
September 9th, 2024
Our Kid Reporter explores the famed natural history museum.
In Florida, Women Are Taking Charge
August 20th, 2024
Our Kid Reporter talks with leaders in the Orlando area about the strides women are making.
Fighting Hunger in Los Angeles
August 9th, 2024
Brave New Voices Competition Spotlights Young Poets
August 8th, 2024
Students from Houston, Texas, recently won first place in the country’s largest youth poetry competition.
A Visit to Ellis Island
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
August 1st, 2024
The U.S. women won gold at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
Jamie Hector Introduces Haitian-Themed Book Collection
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
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
July 16th, 2024
In April, top students showed off their ingenuity in Washington, D.C.
Blading for Bees
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
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
July 11th, 2024
An exhibit at the DeKalb County History Center in Illinois traces the influence of food on cultures and communities.