KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Gazing at the Stars in Thailand
November 14th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter learns about astronomy at a special event for kids in Chang Mai.
The Vice President Plants a “Moon Tree”
November 13th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter talks with Vice President Pence at a ceremony honoring America’s space program.
Saving Sea Turtles
November 13th, 2019
The Marine Environmental Education Center in Hollywood, Florida, shows visitors how to protec sea turtles from human harm.
The Magic of Chris Colfer
November 12th, 2019
The actor and writer explores the challenges of everyday life and acceptance in the fictional worlds he creates.
A Visit to a Renaissance Festival
November 5th, 2019
On weekends in late summer and early autumn, visitors to the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire can step back in time.
Dog Man Creator Hits the Library
November 4th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter catches up with best-selling author Dav Pilkey at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C.
Teachers Strike Ends at Chicago Schools
November 4th, 2019
A strike in the country’s third-largest school district concludes with an increase in teachers’ wages and more resources for students.
A Ghost Story for Halloween
October 31st, 2019
Our Kid Reporter talks spooky tales with Victoria Schwab, the #1 New York Times best-selling author of City of Ghosts and Tunnel of Bones.
On the Campaign Trail With Mayor Pete
October 30th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter covers a campaign event for Democratic candidate Pete Buttigieg in Louisville, Kentucky.
A Controversial Telescope in Hawaii
October 30th, 2019
Many native Hawaiians are against building an observatory on a sacred mountain.
A Look at Puppetry in the Czech Republic
October 30th, 2019
One of the country’s most famous puppet makers talks about the magic of marionettes.
Biden Campaigns in North Carolina
October 30th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter covers a campaign rally for the Democratic presidential nominee.
A Conversation With Alyssa Milano
October 29th, 2019
The actor and activist has written a new book for middle graders, Hope: Project Middle School.
A STEM-tastic Day
October 29th, 2019
Students flock to the Superdome in New Orleans to learn about careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.
The Lady of Leaskdale
October 28th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter visits the former home of beloved Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery.
Chapel Hill Hosts a Fall Festival
October 28th, 2019
In Chapel Hill, North Carolina, an annual “Festifall” celebrates painting, dancing, music, and other arts..
Rick Riordan Talks About “The Tyrant’s Tomb”
October 28th, 2019
The author addresses a sold-out crowd of young fans in Redwood City, California.
He’s Got Game
October 25th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter talks with a product developer at GameWright, a family game company in Newton, Massachusetts.
Growing Up With Music
October 24th, 2019
Internationally acclaimed pianist Marc-André Hamelin shares stories about his life at the piano.
Frozen Fun in Thailand
October 23rd, 2019
An ice carving show in the mountainous city of Chiang Mai blends the cultures of China and Thailand.
Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF
October 22nd, 2019
Our Kid Reporter sits down with the head of UNICEF USA to learn how the aid organization helps children around the world.
Fashion for Everyone
October 18th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter finds a more inclusive environment at Paris Fashion Week.
At the Democratic Debate
October 16th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter covers the October 15 Democratic debate in his home state of Ohio.
Kate DiCamillo Talks About Her New Book
October 14th, 2019
The two-time Newbery Medalist and best-selling author has a new novel, “Beverly, Right Here.”
Riding Out the Storm
October 14th, 2019
On Georgia’s Cumberland Island, wild horses can survive just about anything, even a hurricane.