Zhoriél Tapo
Zhoriél Tapo
First name:
Zhorie'l
Celebrating National Poetry Month
April 15th, 2021
“Read, read, read,” says Louisiana Poet Laureate John Warner Smith.
Meet Waffles and Mochi
March 17th, 2021
In a new Netflix series, former First Lady Michelle Obama introduces young viewers to two lovable characters who learn about food by exploring the world.
A New Mardi Gras Tradition
February 12th, 2021
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, festive parades will not take place in Louisiana this year. Instead, people are creating a new tradition.
Inside the Creole Nutcracker
December 12th, 2020
A magical 19th-century ballet for the holidays gets a Louisiana twist.
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.
A Conversation With Louisiana Lawmakers
September 18th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter talks with Democratic and Republican state representatives about listening to voters.
Summer Camp Goes Virtual
August 4th, 2020
Because of the pandemic, a few summer camps look very different this year.
Juneteenth Jubilees in Louisiana
June 19th, 2020
A celebration of the unofficial end of slavery in the United States takes on a new significance amid the Black Lives Matter movement.
The Power of Writing Letters
April 21st, 2020
During the coronavirus pandemic, letter-writing has been a lifeline for many people. Our Kid Reporter explores the creative ways kids are preserving the tradition.
Eyewitness: Coping With the Pandemic in Louisiana
March 26th, 2020
A Kid Reporter shares her experiences during the coronavirus pandemic.