KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
A Challenger in Kentucky Senate Race
July 12th, 2020
After a tumultous primary election in Kentucky, retired Marine pilot Amy McGrath will try to unseat U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on November 3.
Behind the Scenes of the Lion King
July 10th, 2020
The story, puppetry, and pageantry of the long-running musical have inspired generations of theatergoers.
My Hero Is You: Helping Kids Cope With the Coronavirus
July 7th, 2020
An online storybook published by the WHO and UNICEF helps children cope with their fears during the pandemic.
The Pandemic Throws Shade on Summer Camps
July 6th, 2020
In New Jersey, summer camps will be able to reopen on July 6, but things will look very different.
During the Pandemic, a “Much-Deserved” Break for Wildlife
June 29th, 2020
Amid widespread stay-at-home orders, some animals were able to find a little peace.
New Jersey Students Cope With Remote Learning
June 26th, 2020
Fourth graders in South Orange tell our Kid Reporter about the pros and cons of learning at home during the pandemic.
Understanding the Coronavirus
June 18th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter talks with scientists at the CDC about confronting the pandemic, which has hit the U.S. particularly hard.
In California, a Hold on Kids’ Sports
June 17th, 2020
During the pandemic, young athletes have had to find creative ways to exercise.
TikTokking With Jami Kinton
May 28th, 2020
During the pandemic, an Ohio actress and model has gone viral with her hilarious skits on social media.
Community Volunteers Help Medical Workers
May 26th, 2020
Amid the PPE shortage, neighbors in a New York City suburb pitched in to create fabric masks for local doctors and nurses.
Saving Lives With 3D Printing
May 21st, 2020
Students at Diamond Bar High School in California are using 3D printers to make reusable face shields for healthcare workers.
Eyewitness: Coping With the Pandemic in Washington
May 19th, 2020
A Kid Reporter shares her experiences during the coronavirus pandemic
“My Father Is a Firefighter”
May 18th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter in North Carolina talks with his dad, who was in quarantine due to exposure to COVID-19.
A Kid Reporter Talks With Frontline Workers
May 12th, 2020
What is it like for doctors and nurses to care for patients who have COVID-19? What should kids know about the virus? Our Kid Reporter finds out.
An Online Learning Community Keeps Kids Connected
May 11th, 2020
A new online platform is designed to help kids around the world share their experiences and feel less alone during the pandemic.
Tough Times for Food Pantries
May 7th, 2020
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the number of Americans going hungry has risen sharply. Food banks and food pantries are struggling to help them.
Eyewitness: Coping With the Pandemic in Georgia
May 4th, 2020
A Kid Reporter shares his experiences during the coronavirus pandemic.
Eyewitness: Coping With the Pandemic in Singapore
May 3rd, 2020
A Kid Reporter shares her experiences during the coronavirus pandemic.
Eyewitness: Coping With the Pandemic in Antigua and Barbuda
May 2nd, 2020
A Kid Reporter shares her experiences during the coronavirus pandemic.
Eyewitness: Coping With the Pandemic in New Zealand
April 29th, 2020
A Kid Reporter writes about her experiences during the pandemic.
Eyewitness: Coping With the Pandemic in New York
April 27th, 2020
A Kid Reporter writes about his experiences during the pandemic.
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 South Korea
April 17th, 2020
Eyewitness: Coping With the Pandemic in New Jersey
April 16th, 2020
A Kid Reporter shares her experiences during the coronavirus pandemic.
Caring for Tilly and Tamale During the Pandemic
April 14th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter in Hawaii has been training a new rescue dog and seeking a forever home for her foster cat.