KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Getting Ready to Vote by Mail
September 10th, 2020
Amid the pandemic, state election officials are preparing to handle more mail-in ballots than ever.
“Back to School” in Texas
September 9th, 2020
As the pandemic continues, families are coping with new ways of educating kids.
Republicans Make Their Case for President Trump
August 29th, 2020
At the Republican National Convention, the party officially nominated Donald J. Trump for re-election.
Democrats Hold a Virtual Convention
August 24th, 2020
Nearly 25 million people watch as Democratic candidates Joe Biden and Kamala Harris pledge to “unify the country.”
A Unique Summer Vacation
August 21st, 2020
During the pandemic, many vacationers have swapped their summer getaway plans for an RV adventure.
A New “Normal” for New Jersey Schools
August 17th, 2020
What will back-to-school look like in Northern New Jersey? Our Kid Reporter talks with his superintendent.
A Break From Tourism in Dubrovnik
August 14th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter visits the ancient European city on the Adriatic Sea, which has long been overwhelmed by tourists.
The Art of Writing Comic Books
August 7th, 2020
“What would make a great comic-book class?” This summer, our Kid Reporter found out.
California Prepares for the Presidential Election
August 4th, 2020
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, most people will be able to vote by mail in this year’s election.
Summer Camp Goes Virtual
August 4th, 2020
Because of the pandemic, a few summer camps look very different this year.
After Primaries, New Jersey Looks to November Elections
July 30th, 2020
In the wake of the pandemic and Black Lives Matter protests, many people are taking their right to vote more seriously than ever.
Mother of Four on the Frontline
July 30th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter interviews her mother, a healthcare worker in Wisconsin, about caring for patients during the pandemic.
Staying Safe at National Parks
July 27th, 2020
Parks and recreational areas across the country are starting to reopen, but visitors must keep a distance from each other—and wildlife.
Walt Disney World Reopens in Florida
July 27th, 2020
After its forced closure in March due to the coronavirus pandemic, the theme park welcomes visitors back, with new safety guidelines in place.
For Many, the Pandemic Is a Puzzling Time
July 24th, 2020
After states around the country instituted stay-at-home orders, jigsaw puzzles found a popularity not seen since the Great Depression.
Teens Campaign for Racial Equality
July 24th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter talks with two of the six teenage girls who are sparking change in Nashville.
Caring for Rescue Cats in Hawaii
July 23rd, 2020
This summer, our Kid Reporter is volunteering at a nonprofit rescue organization on the island of Oahu.
Helping Healthcare Workers in California
July 20th, 2020
When the pandemic started, volunteers in the Bay Area helped address the PPE shortage.
This is America — From the Primaries to the Pandemic to the Protests
July 15th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter got ready to cover the 2020 presidential primary elections, and then everything changed.
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.