KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
Guangzhou: Not Just Skyscrapers
August 2nd, 2017
Our Kid Reporter finds a variety of neighborhoods and landscapes in one of China’s most populous cities.
The Starkey Hearing Foundation Holds Its Annual Gala
August 1st, 2017
The Starkey Hearing Foundation aims to improve hearing for people around the globe.
A New Police Chief Talks About Reform
July 31st, 2017
William Scott has been San Francisco’s police chief for more than six months, but his work is just beginning.
Kids Choose Their Favorite Athletes
July 31st, 2017
Athletes are honored—and slimed—at the fourth annual Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Sports Awards.
Seeing Yourself in Picture Books
July 27th, 2017
Our Kid Reporter talks with children’s book author and illustrator Vanessa Brantley-Newton.
Swimming With Sharks
July 26th, 2017
A children’s book author says that the feared fish are “misunderstood.”
Roddick Inducted Into the Tennis Hall of Fame
July 26th, 2017
Tennis greats enter the International Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island, in the Class of 2017.
Disney Gives Fans a Glimpse of the Future
July 26th, 2017
The entertainment giant announces plans for its theme parks, including new attractions on “the galaxy’s edge.”
British Town Installs Life-Saving Equipment
July 24th, 2017
Waterlooville, a town in the south of England, has installed a defibrillator.
Disney Channel’s Descendants 2 Is a Crowd Pleaser
July 21st, 2017
Our Kid Reporter talks with the stars of the Disney Channel’s latest musical.
The ESPYs Honor Athletes and Heroes
July 21st, 2017
The 25th annual event in Los Angeles honored gutsy performances in the world of sports and beyond.
Descendants 2 Premieres
July 21st, 2017
Our Kid Reporter talks with the cast and crew of Disney’s Descendants 2.
A Conversation With Author Tammi Sauer
July 19th, 2017
The author talks about the inspiration behind her stories.
Cafes Give Cats a Second Chance
July 18th, 2017
A “cat cafe” in St. Louis, Missouri, is helping cats find homes.
One Smart Cookie
July 13th, 2017
What is the secret to Girl Scout Charlotte McCourt’s record-breaking cookie sales? “Be honest,” she says.
Wanted: More Women in Tech Careers
July 11th, 2017
An organization called accelerateHER inspires girls to pursue STEM education and provides resources to help women excel in tech careers.
Running in the Mud for a Good Cause
July 6th, 2017
MuckFest MS is a fun obstacle course with a serious mission.
A Visit to the CDC
July 6th, 2017
Scientists at the CDC in Atlanta, Georgia, focus on keeping the public safe from diseases and environmental threats.
Making People Laugh
July 5th, 2017
If you want to be a successful writer and illustrator, Jim Benton says, you have to work hard.
Just Breathe: Mindfulness for Kids
July 5th, 2017
Wellness author Mallika Chopra has written a book to help young people cope with the stress and anxiety in their lives.
Jennifer Holm Is “Sunny Side Up”
June 30th, 2017
The acclaimed author talks about reading, writing, and swing flag.
Meet an Immigrant Artist Who Persists
June 30th, 2017
For Salina Yoon, a combination of determination and daydreaming is the key to success.
A Tournament of Champions
June 27th, 2017
Middle school debaters, including our Kid Reporter, compete for top prizes at the University of Kentucky in Lexington.
Captain Underpants Hits the Big Screen
June 27th, 2017
Author Dav Pilkey talks about the new movie based on his popular book series.