KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
The Rise of Misinformation
January 26th, 2021
What role did social media play in the recent presidential election and the violence that followed? Our Kid Reporter asks an expert.
A Student on a Mission
January 25th, 2021
An Ohio student provides comfort to people experiencing homelessness by organizing an annual sock drive and bringing his community together.
Taking Flight With SpaceX
January 25th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter learns more about Crew-1’s historic mission to the International Space Station.
An Unusual Election Season
January 22nd, 2021
Our Kid Reporter in the Bronx reflects on a presidential election shaped by the coronavirus pandemic.
President Biden Is Sworn In
January 21st, 2021
Delaware's “favorite son” takes the oath of office on the steps of the Capitol in Washington, D.C.
A Day in the Life of a Helicopter Paramedic
January 15th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with her aunt, who is a crew member on a rescue helicopter in New Zealand.
After the Capitol Riot, Trump is Impeached Again
January 14th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter talks with constitutional law scholar Laurence Tribe about the aftermath of Election 2020.
Coronavirus Cases Rise in South Korea
January 11th, 2021
Our Kid Reporter in Seoul describes renewed efforts to control the deadly virus on the Korean Peninsula.
Kids Struggle With Mental Health
January 7th, 2021
During the coronavirus pandemic, isolation and disruptions to daily life have led to an increase in depression and anxiety among young people.
Marine Life in Hawaii Get a Break During the Pandemic
January 5th, 2021
Marine biologists are studying changes in Hanauma Bay, which was popular among snorkelers before the coronavirus pandemic forced its closure.
Two New Vaccines Offer Hope
January 4th, 2021
Amid the deadly coronavirus pandemic, vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna are providing hope.
Understanding Time Zones
December 24th, 2020
If our Kid Reporter in Florida wants to talk with our Kid Reporter in Japan, what time does he need to wake up?
An Economic Crisis in Lebanon
December 22nd, 2020
Our Kid Reporter asks young people how this Middle Eastern country’s financial collapse is affecting them and their families.
A Democratic Official Reflects on the Electoral Process
December 17th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter talks with Terrie Rizzo, who has served as chairwoman of the Florida Democratic Party for the past three years.
Poupelle of Chimney Town
December 16th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter in Japan visits an illuminated storybook exhibition that offers hope to kids during the pandemic.
Jupiter and Saturn Come Together
December 15th, 2020
A rare celestial event will occur on December 21, when the two planets will look like one giant star.
A Surprise Visit From a Snowy Owl
December 14th, 2020
Residents of the Queen Anne neighborhood in Seattle, Washington, have been enjoying unexpected company.
Lights, Camera, Safety!
December 14th, 2020
During the pandemic, the U.S. entertainment industry is following strict guidelines to keep actors and others safe when they’re on set.
Inside the Creole Nutcracker
December 12th, 2020
A magical 19th-century ballet for the holidays gets a Louisiana twist.
A Plus for Canada at the Math Olympiad
December 11th, 2020
Think of math problems as you would a fun puzzle, an award-winning team member advises.
Recovering From a Typhoon in the Philippines
December 9th, 2020
A fierce storm in November caused flooding and extensive damage on the island of Luzon.
The Sound of Tennis
December 9th, 2020
A unique instructional program in New York’s Long Island City helps people who are visually impaired learn how to play tennis.
Volunteering at the Vet’s
December 7th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter writes about a magical experience he had while helping out at a local veterinary clinic.
Paint Memphis Brings Color to the City
December 4th, 2020
A unique public mural program adds vibrance to neighborhoods in this city in Tennessee.
Kamala Harris Makes History
December 4th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter asks young people in California how they feel about the Vice President-elect, the first woman to serve in the role.