KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Biden Proposes Spending on Infrastructure and Jobs
April 29th, 2021
In an address before the United States Congress, the President discussed the need to improve infrastructure and called for “the largest jobs plan since World War II.”
An Entrepreneur and His Dream
April 27th, 2021
What is it like to own a small business during the pandemic? Our Kid Reporter asks the founder of True Made Foods.
My Graduation Ceremony in Japan
April 26th, 2021
Life changed during the pandemic, but for graduates like our Kid Reporter, there is hope for a brighter future.
What’s Happening to the American Kestrel?
April 26th, 2021
The population of these colorful birds, also known as sparrow hawks, has declined by nearly 50% since the 1960s.
A Look at Two Mayoral Races in Korea
April 26th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter in Seoul covers two recent elections with big implications for this East Asian country.
Turning Over a New Leaf
April 22nd, 2021
Volunteers of all ages in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, help restore a bird-friendly habitat.
Learning During the Pandemic
April 20th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter asks teachers and classmates at his Massachusetts middle school to reflect on remote learning in the past year.
Celebrating National Poetry Month
April 15th, 2021
“Read, read, read,” says Louisiana Poet Laureate John Warner Smith.
Inside the Zevely Zone
April 14th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with a broadcast journalist in his San Diego community and learns about the importance of local news.
A Look at Life After the Pandemic
April 13th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with Paul Offit, a pediatrician who specializes in infectious diseases and vaccines.
My Mother’s Vaccination Journey
April 12th, 2021
What does it feel like to be vaccinated against COVID-19? Our Kid Reporter asks her mother, an elementary school teacher.
Inside the International Math Olympiad
April 9th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter gets insights into the annual competition from members of the U.S. team and their coaches.
Understanding the Vital Role of Trees
April 8th, 2021
Unmasking Texas?
April 7th, 2021
Although Governor Greg Abbott has lifted the state’s mask mandate, many people continue to wear face coverings to protect against the spread of COVID-19.
For Kids in Beirut, an Explosion Leaves Scars
April 7th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter in the Lebanese capital describes the aftermath of a massive explosion last August.
Perseverance Explores Mars
April 6th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with a mechanical engineer who worked on NASA’s Perseverance rover.
The Origins of Easter
April 1st, 2021
Our Kid Reporter in Canada reflects on the meaning of Easter during the pandemic.
A Conversation With Jamie Raskin
March 30th, 2021
The Democratic Congressman from Maryland talks about the recent impeachment charges brought against former President Donald J. Trump.
The Olympic Torch Relay Begins in Japan
March 29th, 2021
On March 25, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Torch Relay began its 121-day journey across Japan.
Frontline Workers Share Their Stories
March 26th, 2021
During the coronavirus pandemic, healthcare professionals have made tremendous sacrifices to care for their patients.
Speaking Out Against Anti-Asian Violence
March 24th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter tells a personal story about the fear and anxiety gripping many people in the Asian American community.
Japan Marks a Solemn Anniversary
March 19th, 2021
It has been 10 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake triggered a devastating tsunami and killed nearly 16,000 people.
Coping With the Pandemic: A Kid Reporter Looks Back
March 18th, 2021
It has been a year of isolation, virtual learning, and health concerns since the declaration of a global pandemic in March 2020.
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.
Enjoying Winter in Winnipeg
March 12th, 2021
In February, residents of the “Winter Capital of Canada” embrace the outdoors despite the cold weather.