KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Rethinking Holiday Celebrations
November 17th, 2020
With Thanksgiving and Christmas approaching, many families are changing their plans because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Election 2020: A Look Back
November 16th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter talks with constitutional law scholar Kermit Roosevelt about the election of a lifetime.
Kids Speak Out About the Election
November 11th, 2020
After a bitter presidential contest, young people in Florida express their opinions—and their hopes for a unified country.
Honoring America’s Heroes
November 11th, 2020
Students from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, found a special way to honor local World War II veterans.
A Journalist Shares Her Story
November 8th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter talks with Dacelys Martinez, a news anchor and producer at Univision Atlanta.
Hope Buried in the Ashes
November 8th, 2020
A devastating fire in California in August destroyed a beloved church camp.
A Kids Press Alum Reflects on Election 2016
November 2nd, 2020
Covering elections, says a former Kid Reporter, helps other young people understand the government that shapes their lives.
The Power of Money in Elections
November 2nd, 2020
PACs have become an essential way for candidates to finance their campaigns.
Meet Senate Candidate Marquita Bradshaw
October 30th, 2020
Bradshaw, a Democrat, hopes to become the first African American woman to represent Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.
A Conversation With Senator Capito
October 30th, 2020
Covering Politics “Through the Lens of the Pandemic”
October 28th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter gets tips about covering the presidential election from two veteran political reporters in California.
Who Will Win Florida?
October 27th, 2020
Florida is likely to play a huge role in the presidential election. Who has the edge? Our Kid Reporter asks some young observers.
A New Justice Is Sworn In
October 27th, 2020
Amy Coney Barrett is the newest member of the U.S. Supreme Court, the highest court in the land.
Hurricanes on the Rise
October 26th, 2020
Southwestern Louisiana has been hit hard by hurricanes this season. Scientists say that climate change is playing a big role in the rise of extreme weather.
Candidates Hold a Final Debate
October 26th, 2020
President Donald Trump, the Republican incumbent, and Democratic challenger Joe Biden faced off in the final presidential debate of the election.
New Voters Make Their Voices Heard
October 26th, 2020
More than 15 million Americans have turned 18 in the past four years. Many are eager to have a say in the presidential election.
Rethinking Halloween During the Pandemic
October 26th, 2020
How can trick-or-treaters stay safe? Our Kid Reporter in Canada talks with an expert.
Peach Juice From a Faucet?
October 23rd, 2020
Our Kid Reporter visits a roadside service area in Japan, where fresh peach juice is on the menu.
Getting Involved in the City Council
October 22nd, 2020
A council member in Lakewood, Ohio, talks about the importance of local government for residents of all ages.
Women Win the Nobel in Chemistry
October 21st, 2020
Biochemist Jennifer A. Doudna and microbiologist Emmanuelle Charpentier received the joint honor for their breakthrough discovery in gene editing.
A Conversation With Senator Booker
October 20th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter asks the Senator from New Jersey about the upcoming election, the Black Lives Matter movement, and how young people can make a difference.
Early Voting Begins in North Carolina
October 16th, 2020
With the election less than three weeks ago, Democratic challenger Joe Biden has drawn strong support in this battleground state.
Exploring the Origins of Cantonese Opera
October 16th, 2020
How did people entertain themselves before movies and video games were invented? Our Kid Reporter learns about an ancient art form.
Restaurants Eye the Road to Recovery
October 15th, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has put an enormous strain on the restaurant industry in New York City. What will it take to recover?