KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK

Bridget with anchor Terri Gruca of KVUE News at the Texas Conference for Women in Austin

Women Stand Together in Texas

Bridget Li

November 29th, 2016

Former soccer star Abby Wambach and human rights lawyer Amal Clooney offered words of inspiration at the annual Texas Conference for Women.

A “Beet Gene”?

Adedayo Perkovich

November 22nd, 2016

The First Lady explains how she and President Obama feel about beets.

Helping Kids Stay Healthy

Courtney Pine

November 22nd, 2016

Our Kid Reporter talks with Michelle Obama about her role as First Lady.

Planting a Seed

Skylar Yarter

November 22nd, 2016

Why did the First Lady decide to help fight childhood obesity? Our Kid Reporter finds out.

What's Next?

Erik Weibel

November 22nd, 2016

What does the First Lady plan to do when President Obama leaves office?

Leading by Example

Gabriel Ferris

November 22nd, 2016

During their time in the White House, the Obama family has worked hard to make the country a better place.

Dream It, Do It

Manu Onteeru

November 22nd, 2016

Our Kid Reporter learns more about the causes that the First Lady has championed during her time at the White House.

A Busy Family

Stone Shen

November 22nd, 2016

On a recent visit, one Kid Reporter learned that the First Family's home is a very active place.

Great Leaders

Maxwell Surprenant

November 22nd, 2016

Which historical figures does First Lady Michelle Obama admire the most? Our Kid Reporter finds out.

The stars of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. J. K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series, wrote the screenplay.

Wizards and Beasts Come to New York

Adedayo Perkovich

November 21st, 2016

A new movie offers Harry Potter fans a magical treat.

Erik with middle-grade authors Amy Ignatow and Isaiah Campbell

Writing for Kids

Erik Weibel

November 16th, 2016

Four authors talk about the joys and challenges of writing for middle-graders.

Genesis at the demonstration at Atlanta’s Fourth Ward Park

Trump’s Victory Sparks Several Protests

Genesis Hector

November 15th, 2016

After Republican Donald Trump's surprise win over Democrat Hillary Clinton, people in 10 cities took to the streets to express their concerns.

Max and children's author Matt de la Pena at Wellesley Books in Wellesley, Massachusetts

Last Stop On Market Street

Maxwell Surprenant

November 15th, 2016

Our Kid Reporter talks with children’s book author Matt de la Peña about gratitude and kindness.

Professor Dr. Brett Beck explains the psychology of elections to Erik.

After the Election

Erik Weibel

November 14th, 2016

After a divisive presidential election, our Kid Reporter asks voters how the country can come together.

PA District 109 State Representative David Millard tells Erik about the importance of PA in the presidential race.

Pennsylvania is “Key” in the Presidential Election

Erik Weibel

November 9th, 2016

On Election Day, voters in the swing state of Pennsylvania turned out in large numbers to cast their votes for the next president of the United States.

Why Mike Lupica Loves Writing About Sports

Maxwell Surprenant

November 8th, 2016

The famed sportswriter talks about reading, writing, sports, and his new book, Last Man Out.

Trump’s Final Push to the Finish Line — Video

Ryan Stoltz

November 7th, 2016

With just two days to go until the election, Republican Donald Trump campaigns in the traditionally blue state of Minnesota.

Ryan at Trump rally in the airport hangar in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Trump’s Final Push to the Finish Line

Ryan Stoltz

November 7th, 2016

Our Kid Reporter in Minnesota covers one of the final campaign rallies of the 2016 election season.

Bridget speaks with Joan Carr, a local poll worker

Early Voters in the Lone Star State

Bridget Li

November 7th, 2016

Our Kid Reporter visits a polling place in Austin, Texas, to speak with voters who cast their ballots early.

Lilian with cardboard cutouts of Clinton and Biden

Getting Out the Vote

Lilian Jochmann

November 6th, 2016

On Election Day, many eligible voters stay home. Our Kid Reporter learns about volunteers who are trying to change that.

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Doctor Strange

Jeremy Hsiao

November 3rd, 2016

The new movie from Marvel delves into mysticism.

Genesis talks with voter Dreeka Owens in Peachtree City, Georgia.

Are Georgia’s Voters Feeling Blue?

Genesis Hector

November 2nd, 2016

A state that usually votes Republican in presidential elections is unpredictable this year.

Are Georgia’s Voters Feeling Blue? — Video

Genesis Hector

November 2nd, 2016

Our Kid Reporter talks to early voters in her hometown about the election.

Erik talks with Elisa Jones who is visiting the U.S. from Wales.

The World is Watching

Erik Weibel

November 2nd, 2016

Our Kid Reporter asks people around the world what they think of the 2016 presidential race in the United States.

A Librarian for Us All — Video

Erik Weibel

November 1st, 2016

Our Kid Reporter talks with Carla Hayden, the new Librarian of Congress, at her office in Washington, D.C.

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