KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
The Joy of Cooking—for Kids
June 4th, 2018
Through its TV programs and publications, America’s Test Kitchen celebrates the joy of cooking. Now, ATK will help kids develop their culinary skills.
Memorial Day Rituals
June 1st, 2018
Memorial Day is a time to remember the people who died while serving in America’s armed forces.
A Holocaust Survivor Shares His Story
June 1st, 2018
David Wisnia tells our Kid Reporter how he came to serve in the United States military after surviving Auschwitz, a concentration camp in Poland.
Lulu: The Rhino That Raises Awareness
May 31st, 2018
A baby rhinoceros at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is helping visitors understand more about a critically endangered species.
Asian Americans Tell Their Stories
May 30th, 2018
Our Kid Reporter talks with four Asian Americans who have made it to the top of their respective fields and shattered stereotypes along the way.
Sharing a Love of Reading
May 18th, 2018
Three picture book authors describe how stories help us understand the world—and make us laugh.
A Ride on Steel Vengeance
May 16th, 2018
Our Kid Reporter takes a ride on a “hyper-hybrid” roller coaster that recently opened at Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, Ohio.
Remembering the Fallen
May 11th, 2018
A traveling memorial honors U.S. soldiers who have lost their lives since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
In Japan, Hanami Captivates Locals and Tourists
May 10th, 2018
Hanami, the Japanese custom of enjoying the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms, is in full bloom each spring.
Library Books Leap to Life
May 8th, 2018
Characters from favorite children’s stories come to life at a literary festival in Shreveport, Louisiana.
A Podcast “Playdate”
May 7th, 2018
Kids gather in Brookline, Massachusetts, for a “Mega Awesome Super Huge Wicked Fun Podcast Playdate.”
An Artist in His Studio
May 3rd, 2018
Jim Benton talks about the creation of Franny K. Stein, Jamie Kelly, and other beloved characters in his illustrated books.
Child Labor in India
May 3rd, 2018
Our Kid Reporter talks with a boy in Bangalore who works long hours for little pay.
Watch Out for the Bad Guys!
May 2nd, 2018
Best-selling children’s book author Aaron Blabey visits the United States to talk about some unlikely heroes.
Circus Harmony Teaches “the Art of Life”
April 30th, 2018
A nonprofit organization in St. Louis, Missouri, teaches young people circus arts—and life skills.
Adventures in Gaming
April 30th, 2018
Our Kid Reporter learns about the latest developments in gaming at the annual South by Southwest conference in Austin, Texas.
It's Showtime for Avengers: Infinity War
April 27th, 2018
An ambitious new fantasy film from Marvel brings together an array of diverse superheroes.
Helping Young People Who Are Homeless
April 27th, 2018
Larkin Street Youth Services, a nonprofit organization in San Francisco, helps vulnerable youths turn their lives around.
“Marathon Meb”
April 25th, 2018
Championship runner Meb Keflezighi goes the distance in support of the Martin Richard Foundation.
Women’s Summit Also Spotlights Girls
April 24th, 2018
At the ninth annual Women in the World Summit in New York City, women and girls addressed violence, racism, and poverty.
Remembering a Former First Lady
April 23rd, 2018
After her death on April 17, Barbara Bush was honored as a dedicated public servant who championed children’s literacy throughout her life.
Healthy Plate, Healthy Planet
April 23rd, 2018
Our Kid Reporter talks with trailblazing chefs Tom Colicchio and Dan Barber about the farm-to-table movement and why it matters where our food comes from.
A Life-Changing Friendship
April 19th, 2018
In a new picture book, two victims of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing tell an inspiring story for kids.
A New Badge for Girl Scouts
April 19th, 2018
An event in Washington, D.C., inspires girls to learn more about intellectual property and come up with their own inventions.
What Is It Like to Be a Journalist?
April 18th, 2018
Our Kid Reporter gets some tips while visiting the set of Good Day Chicago, a morning TV news program.