KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Ohio Voters Weigh Their Decision
September 8th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter asks residents in his community which candidate they will support in the presidential election.
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.
How Kids Can Build Resilience
August 21st, 2020
It’s not easy to recover from a scary experience. An author in New Zealand helps kids develop inner strength through the characters she creates.
Who Will Win Election 2020?
August 18th, 2020
Our Kid Reporter talks with Florida voters about which presidential candidate they plan to support.
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.
Biden Chooses Harris as His Running Mate
August 13th, 2020
Senator Kamala Harris of California is the first Black woman and first person of Indian descent to be nominated for national office by a major political party.
Will North Carolina Vote Democratic in 2020?
August 11th, 2020
According to the polls, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has a narrow margin in this key Southern State.
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.
Top Filipino-American Journalist Is Convicted of Cyberlibel
July 26th, 2020
When investigative reporter Maria Ressa was charged with a crime, many critics accused the government of the Philippines of trying to silence the press.
A Champion of Immigrants’ Rights
July 24th, 2020
In Washington State, lawyer Jorge Baron leads a nonprofit organization that assists and defends immigrants and refugees.
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.
Meet the New Baby-sitters
July 13th, 2020
Our Kid Reporters talk with the breakout stars of The Baby-Sitters Club, a new TV show from Netflix.