KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Walmart CEO Leads by Example
November 12th, 2018
Our Kid Reporter talks with Walmart president and chief executive officer Doug McMillon about his company’s secret to success.
Putting Peace First
November 8th, 2018
Our Kid Reporter talks with an activist who is inspiring young people to make a positive difference in the world.
Kids Take Action Against Distracted Driving
November 6th, 2018
Each year, students in California document the number of distracted drivers in front of their schools.
Walking for a Cure
November 5th, 2018
In Memphis, Tennessee, hundreds of people show their support for efforts to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes.
A Close Race in Virginia
November 5th, 2018
A Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives talks about issues that matter to kids.
The Truth About Sharks
November 2nd, 2018
Marine scientists at Bimini, a research organization in the Bahamas, study these often misunderstood fish.
A Senate Page Shares Her Experiences
November 2nd, 2018
What is it like to watch history unfold? Teenager Layne Donovan found out when she worked on the floor of the United States Senate.
The Last Straw?
November 1st, 2018
Celebrating the Day of the Dead
October 31st, 2018
Our Kid Reporter in Mexico describes a favorite tradition that is filled with flowers, candles, and remembrance.
Voting Is for Winners
October 31st, 2018
As the midterm elections approach, political candidates are trying to increase voter turnout among young people.
Laughing With James Corden
October 31st, 2018
Our Kid Reporter talks with the host of CBS’s Late Late Show.
Cancer Researcher Wins a Nobel Prize
October 30th, 2018
Trump Rallies Voters in Texas
October 26th, 2018
President Trump campaigns for Texas Senator Ted Cruz, who is in a tight race for re-election.
A Conversation With Dav Pilkey
October 25th, 2018
Our Kid Reporter talks with the creator of the best-selling Dog Man and Captain Underpants book series.
A Rising Star Shares His Love of Acting
October 24th, 2018
Zachary S. Williams talks about his new role in I Am Frankie and how he got his start in acting.
All Creatures Great and Small
October 24th, 2018
Our Kid Reporter attends the Blessing of the Animals at the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine in New York City.
The History of Halloween
October 23rd, 2018
Our Kid Reporter looks at the Celtic origins of a popular holiday.
Harry Potter: A History of Magic
October 22nd, 2018
An exhibition about the myth and magic behind the beloved book series comes to the New-York Historical Society.
Preparing for Wildfires: Ready, Set, Go!
October 19th, 2018
With wildfires growing in frequency and intensity, our Kid Reporter in California gets tips on how to stay safe.
The Flying Tigers
October 18th, 2018
During World War II, a U.S. fighter pilot team helped defend China from Japanese attacks. Now, 70 years later, a veteran is honored for his bravery.
The Penny House Dream
October 16th, 2018
Thanks to the efforts of a hard-working teenager, a family in Canada will soon have a new home.
Helping Children Fight Cancer
October 16th, 2018
MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas uses art and technology to help children heal.
Eric Litwin Makes Reading Fun
October 15th, 2018
The best-selling author says that reading is more joyful for young children when it’s blended with music.
The Store of Requirement
October 15th, 2018
A new shop in Melbourne, Australia, invites visitors into the magical world of Harry Potter.
On the Campaign Trail With Beto O’Rourke
October 12th, 2018
A Senate candidate in Texas is trying to become the first Democrat to win a state-wide election since 1994—and help Democrats regain control of the U.S. Senate.