KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Seeking Racial Justice in Canada
June 4th, 2021
In this diverse country, the contributions of Black and Indigenous Canadians are often overlooked.
Celebrating the Asian American Experience
June 1st, 2021
Amid an alarming rise in hate crimes, our Kid Reporter takes a look at her rich heritage.
COVID-19 Vaccine Is Approved for Kids
May 20th, 2021
Kids between the ages of 12 and 15 are now eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine, which protects against COVID-19.
A Shot in the Arm
May 18th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter in Louisiana gets the vaccine that protects against COVID-19.
Should Police Officers Be in Schools?
May 14th, 2021
In Montgomery County, residents are debating about the need for school resource officers to keep students safe.
A Conversation With Torrey Harris
May 12th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with the youngest state representative in Tennessee.
Losing a Family Member to COVID-19
May 7th, 2021
During the coronavirus pandemic, many children have had to cope with the loss of a loved one.
Why Arts Education Matters
May 5th, 2021
A Milwaukee organization brings music, art, and dance to local students.
Understanding Finance
April 30th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with the acting chairwoman of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Envisioning a City of the Future
April 30th, 2021
Students from Al-Hadi School in Houston, Texas, created a model city 100 years in the future that could sustain life on the Moon.
Biden Proposes Spending on Infrastructure and Jobs
April 29th, 2021
In an address before the United States Congress, the President discussed the need to improve infrastructure and called for “the largest jobs plan since World War II.”
An Entrepreneur and His Dream
April 27th, 2021
What is it like to own a small business during the pandemic? Our Kid Reporter asks the founder of True Made Foods.
My Graduation Ceremony in Japan
April 26th, 2021
Life changed during the pandemic, but for graduates like our Kid Reporter, there is hope for a brighter future.
What’s Happening to the American Kestrel?
April 26th, 2021
The population of these colorful birds, also known as sparrow hawks, has declined by nearly 50% since the 1960s.
A Look at Two Mayoral Races in Korea
April 26th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter in Seoul covers two recent elections with big implications for this East Asian country.
Turning Over a New Leaf
April 22nd, 2021
Volunteers of all ages in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, help restore a bird-friendly habitat.
Learning During the Pandemic
April 20th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter asks teachers and classmates at his Massachusetts middle school to reflect on remote learning in the past year.
Celebrating National Poetry Month
April 15th, 2021
“Read, read, read,” says Louisiana Poet Laureate John Warner Smith.
Inside the Zevely Zone
April 14th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with a broadcast journalist in his San Diego community and learns about the importance of local news.
A Look at Life After the Pandemic
April 13th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with Paul Offit, a pediatrician who specializes in infectious diseases and vaccines.
My Mother’s Vaccination Journey
April 12th, 2021
What does it feel like to be vaccinated against COVID-19? Our Kid Reporter asks her mother, an elementary school teacher.
Inside the International Math Olympiad
April 9th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter gets insights into the annual competition from members of the U.S. team and their coaches.
Understanding the Vital Role of Trees
April 8th, 2021
Unmasking Texas?
April 7th, 2021
Although Governor Greg Abbott has lifted the state’s mask mandate, many people continue to wear face coverings to protect against the spread of COVID-19.
For Kids in Beirut, an Explosion Leaves Scars
April 7th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter in the Lebanese capital describes the aftermath of a massive explosion last August.