KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK
A “Ring of Fire” Dazzles in Singapore
January 6th, 2020
Last month, for the first time in nearly two decades, skywatchers across Southeast Asia were able to see an annular (ring-shaped) solar eclipse.
Helsinki Hosts an Education Summit
January 3rd, 2020
An annual event in Finland brings together innovators from around the world who are creating new ways for students to learn.
Celebrating World Children’s Day at the UN
December 17th, 2019
Love Letters From Everest
December 13th, 2019
In a new documentary, a filmmaker tells the story of her grandparents through letters they exchanged in 1956.
The Magic of Cirque du Soleil
December 12th, 2019
Founded in 1984 in Canada, this “Circus of the Sun” is “not your regular circus,” says one young fan.
Visiting a Christmas Market in Vienna
December 9th, 2019
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, Vienna and other European cities host markets that draw visitors from around the world.
Dav Pilkey Visits Shanghai
December 2nd, 2019
Our Kid Reporter talks with the creator of Dog Man during his “Do Good” tour in Asia.
Addressing the Global Water Crisis
November 26th, 2019
Since 1981, the nonprofit organization WaterAid has provided clean water to more than 25 million people around the world.
A Taste of Peking Duck
November 26th, 2019
Peking duck has been served in China for centuries. Our Kid Reporter visits Beijing to find out how the popular dish is made.
Traveling Back in Time in Singapore
November 26th, 2019
An immersive exhibition in Singapore, “The Bicenenntial Experience,” brings the rich history of this Southeast Asian island to life.
Marching for the Climate in Canada
November 22nd, 2019
Thousands of people gathered in the city of Edmonton last month to call for more action to protect the climate.
Protecting Rare Birds in New Zealand
November 22nd, 2019
In North Canterbury, New Zealand, the Ashley-Rakahuri Rivercare Group is working to save birds threatened by environmental pollution.
What Is a Balut?
November 20th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter in the Philippines introduces readers to a local delicacy and explains how to eat it.
The Genius of Leonardo da Vinci
November 15th, 2019
An exhibition at the Italian Embassy in Brasília showcases the work of one of the greatest artists in history.
Gazing at the Stars in Thailand
November 14th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter learns about astronomy at a special event for kids in Chang Mai.
A Ghost Story for Halloween
October 31st, 2019
Our Kid Reporter talks spooky tales with Victoria Schwab, the #1 New York Times best-selling author of City of Ghosts and Tunnel of Bones.
A Look at Puppetry in the Czech Republic
October 30th, 2019
One of the country’s most famous puppet makers talks about the magic of marionettes.
The Lady of Leaskdale
October 28th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter visits the former home of beloved Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery.
Frozen Fun in Thailand
October 23rd, 2019
An ice carving show in the mountainous city of Chiang Mai blends the cultures of China and Thailand.
Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF
October 22nd, 2019
Fashion for Everyone
October 18th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter finds a more inclusive environment at Paris Fashion Week.
An Eagle Scout’s Mission
September 25th, 2019
Our Kid Reporter reflects on a memorable volunteer experience in Mexico.
Kids Stage a Global Climate Strike
September 24th, 2019
In cities around the world, including Orlando, Florida, kids led the way in calling for measures to address climate change.
Dogs That Save Lives
September 13th, 2019
Medical Detection Dogs, a charity in the United Kingdom, trains dogs to sniff out cancer and other diseases.
A New Addition at London Zoo
August 12th, 2019
An exhibit at the world’s oldest zoo puts young animal lovers at the center of the action.