KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
At the Kids’ Choice Awards
March 28th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter talks with stars on the orange carpet at Nickelodeon’s annual awards ceremony.
The Magical World of Alebrijes
March 26th, 2019
A folk artist in Oaxaca, Mexico, talks About the passion behind alebrijes, sculptural creations that are prized around the world.
Reel History: A Trip to the Movies
March 25th, 2019
How does a technician project movies onto the big screen? Our Kid Reporter visits a theater in Northampton, Pennsylvania, to find out.
A Ride on the Carousel
March 22nd, 2019
Watch Us Rise
March 22nd, 2019
What happens when high school girls get tired of being treated badly? Two authors explore the topic in their new novel.
Leading With Kindness
March 20th, 2019
Julia Huesa, vice president of Harvard University’s Undergraduate Council, offers tips on leadership.
The Rebirth of Independent Bookstores
March 20th, 2019
Despite the rise of Amazon, indie bookstores are making a comeback. Our Kid Reporter finds out why.
Our Kid Reporter Visits SXSW
March 19th, 2019
From a “Fab Lab” and a lesson on climate change to the uses of augmented reality, this year’s tech festival showed why science matters.
An Eye on AI
March 15th, 2019
When it comes to the possibilities of artificial intelligence, says a Toronto researcher, “you’re only limited by your imagination.”
Rick Riordan Presents: The Making of a Myth
March 14th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter talks with Riordan and his fellow authors about their middle-grade novels, which draw upon myths from around the world.
Korea Celebrates the March First Movement
March 12th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter in Seoul tours two exhibits that commemorate the 100th anniversary of Korea’s fight for independence.
Project Tiger
March 11th, 2019
A conservationist in India talks about a successful program to save this big cat, which is now an endangered species.
Remembering Rutherford B. Hayes
March 11th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter visits the 19th U.S. president’s former estate in Fremont, Ohio.
Bridging the Racial Divide in Memphis
March 11th, 2019
The Memphis Bar Association hosts a panel discussion on racial diversity and inclusion in the city’s legal profession.
Taking Care of Your Teeth
March 11th, 2019
A dental hygienist in Chicago offers tips for kids on brushing, flossing, and more.
Taking Flight
March 8th, 2019
NASA astronaut Christina Koch is heading to the International Space Station on March 14. For her, it’s a dream come true.
Cars: The End of the Line?
March 8th, 2019
Ford Motor Company announces that it will stop producing most cars and focus instead on SUVs and light trucks.
America’s Oldest Regiment
March 7th, 2019
The Old Guard, a ceremonial unit of the U.S. Army, has been serving the nation since 1784.
Escaping the Flames in Paradise
March 6th, 2019
Last November’s Camp Fire was the most devastating in California’s history. Read the accounts of four families from Paradise.
Call Her Captain Marvel
March 5th, 2019
A female superhero from Marvel gets a chance to show her grit.
Tobacco-Free Teens
March 5th, 2019
An interactive program developed by MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks to reduce teen smoking.
Celebrating the Birth of Ultimate Frisbee
March 4th, 2019
In Maplewood, New Jersey, high school students—past and present—celebrate the 50th anniversary of a unique sport.
Toys Are Not Just for Kids
March 1st, 2019
The 2019 New York Toy Fair had something for everyone—“foodie” toys, escape puzzles, and a new take on the yo-yo.
Want to Learn More About Artificial Intelligence?
March 1st, 2019
Our Kid Reporter talks with an expert on AI and gets tips for teens interested in the rapidly evolving technology.
The Kid Who Would Be King
March 1st, 2019
The legend of King Arthur is brought to life in a new fantasy adventure film directed by Joe Cornish.