KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
A Passion for Performing
August 3rd, 2021
Camilla Feeley, a Team USA rhythmic gymnast from North Carolina, hopes to make her country proud at the Olympic Games.
The Olympics Are Underway in Tokyo
July 29th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with spectators—and protesters—about the Summer Olympic Games.
Commemorating an Olympic Anniversary
July 27th, 2021
A new exhibition in Atlanta, Georgia, commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Centennial Olympic Games, which the city hosted in 1996.
Bringing Help to Nepal
July 26th, 2021
This year, residents of Hong Kong have aided their neighbors in Nepal who are struggling with the coronavirus pandemic.
Variants Prolong the Coronavirus Pandemic
July 26th, 2021
For people in the United States who refuse to be vaccinated against COVID-19, the threat of infection remains high.
Top Skateboarders “Drop In” at the Olympics
July 22nd, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with two of the athletes who will be competing in Tokyo.
Youth Baseball Makes a Comeback
July 8th, 2021
With the lifting of coronavirus restrictions, kids are back out on the baseball field.
Hopes for Reconciliation
July 2nd, 2021
A First Nations leader in Canada talks about the inhumane treatment of Indigenous children and the path towards racial justice.
A Scientist’s Adrenaline-Fueled Adventures
July 2nd, 2021
Robert Lefkowitz, a Nobel Prize winner in chemistry, shares some of his childhood experiences and unique insights into science.
Canada Sees a Drop in COVID-19 Cases
July 2nd, 2021
After a challenging year, Canadian health officials say that cases of COVID-19 are finally on the decline.
Cruising Into a New Era
July 1st, 2021
With pandemic restrictions lifted, a cruise ship sets sail from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
A Moon to Remember
June 29th, 2021
On May 26, stargazers got to see a rare “super flower blood moon” lunar eclipse.
Inside the Olympic Village
June 28th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter tours the area where athletes will stay during the Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
Summer Reading Adventures
June 28th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter explores programs that inspire kids to read all summer long.
Indy Bookstores Adapt to Survive
June 25th, 2021
The owner of the iconic Strand Bookstore in New York City describes the challenges of operating in the digital age—and during a pandemic.
Learning About Government in Louisiana
June 25th, 2021
A unique Fellows Programs allows college students to better understand how government policies affect our daily lives.
A Young Korean Swimmer Goes for the Gold
June 24th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with an Olympic hopeful who is only 14 years old.
Supporting the Struggle for Racial Justice
June 24th, 2021
A Seattle student raises more than $2,000 for the Black Lives Matter movement.
Honoring a Unique Past
June 22nd, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with Chief Shaka Zulu about the African traditions that took root in New Orleans centuries ago.
Take a Ride on the VelociCoaster
June 17th, 2021
A rollercoaster inspired by the Jurassic World movie series debuts at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida.
A Young Scientist Dreams Big
June 16th, 2021
At age 15, Gitanjali Rao has already been recognized internationally for her inventions.
A New Law Helps Protect Asian Americans
June 15th, 2021
A rise in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic led Congress to pass the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, which President Biden signed into law.
Finding Calm and Connection During the Pandemic
June 4th, 2021
During more than a year of isolation, Buddhist leaders have helped people make emotional and spiritual connections in Hong Kong and elsewhere.
A “Pawsome” Interview With Sir Darius Brown
June 4th, 2021
A teen entrepreneur helps save dogs, one bow tie at a time.
Seeking Racial Justice in Canada
June 4th, 2021
In this diverse country, the contributions of Black and Indigenous Canadians are often overlooked.