Leyla Saldanha
Leyla Saldanha
First name:
Leyla
Where Do Kids Get Their News?
December 4th, 2025
Kid Reporter Leyla Saldanha reports on the different ways kids learn about the news, including Scholastic Magazines.
Graphix Spring Preview during New York Comic Con
November 26th, 2025
Kid Reporter Leyla Saldanha interviews author Ann M. Martin and others to discuss the impact of graphic novels ahead of New York Comic Con.
Rick Riordan’s Journey with Percy Jackson, his Legendary Series
November 3rd, 2025
Kid Reporter Leyla Saldanha interviews #1 New York Times Bestselling author Rick Riordan.
Jasmine Paolini and the New Era of Italian Tennis
August 26th, 2025
Jasmine Paolini, rising tennis star and ASICS ambassador, is inspiring a new generation with her successes, joyful spirit, and passion as she enters the US Open.
Celebrating Paul Newman's Legacy at the SeriousFun Gala
June 2nd, 2025
SeriousFun Children's Network, founded by Paul Newman, hosted the SeriousFun Gala to further their mission to empower kids facing medical challenges.
New York Road Runners is Inspiring the Next Generation of Athletes and Leaders
May 21st, 2025
The United Airlines' New York City Half Marathon returned with 27,000+ runners and 1,500 kids in Times Square for races, dashes, and fun for a good cause.
Realizing the Dream with Scholastic
January 14th, 2025
Scholastic Kid Reporter Leyla Saldanha pictured with Arndrea Waters King and Martin Luther King III.
Teachers Are Honored at the White House
May 9th, 2024
Our Kid Reporters cover the first-ever “Teachers of the Year” State Dinner.
Dr. Gholdy Muhammad Brings Joy to Education
March 28th, 2024
The renowned educator and author spoke with Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul before an enthusiastic audience of teachers in New York City.
New York City Libraries Face Budget Cuts
January 18th, 2024
Since November 2023, the city’s public libraries have had to close their doors on Sundays.