KID REPORTERS’ NOTEBOOK

Scholastic Kid Reporter Evy Bingle attends a sold-out show of “Dancing with the Stars: Live” in Chicago (photo credit: Evy Bingle).

Dancing with the Stars: A Show That Shines Bright

Evy Bingle

April 10th, 2025

For two decades, this flashy televised dance competition has inspired fans everywhere.

Scholastic Kid Reporter Rheya Agarwal with Project Dignity Founder, Koh Seng Choon

Restoring Dignity – One Life at a Time

Rheya Agarwal

April 8th, 2025

Project Dignity in Singapore empowers adults with disabilities through training and employment.

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20-million-dollar bear enclosure expansion underway at the Philadelphia Zoo

Sara Adibi

April 4th, 2025

America’s oldest zoo, the Philadelphia Zoo, takes on a new 20-million-dollar project aimed to enhance the bear enclave

Ms. Ray Allensworth, the Spacecraft Program Director at Firefly Aerospace, stands with Blue Ghost

Firefly Aerospace’s First Lunar Mission to the Moon

Aiden An

March 31st, 2025

In partnership with NASA, Firefly Aerospace’s first-ever lunar mission successfully reached Mare Crisium on March 2.

Deirdre with Martin Williamson, who plays Mr. Knightley from Austen's novel, Emma, and gave me an amazing tour of the Jane Austen Centre.

A Visit to the Jane Austen Centre

Deirdre Liebman

March 27th, 2025

Famous writer of Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility turns 250, and the British city of Bath is celebrating in her honor.

Flying Solo on the American Airlines’ Unaccompanied Minors Program

Asher Freije

March 26th, 2025

American Airlines' Unaccompanied Minors Program ensures the safety and comfort of children by providing early boarding, airport escorts, and special lounges.

An Interview with Mahela Jayawardene: A Cricketing Legend on and off the Field

Aarish Hirdaramani

March 25th, 2025

Kid Reporter Aarish Hirdaramani sits down with former cricketer Mahela Jayawardene 

Elementary School Makes Radio Contact Astronaut Aboard the International Space Station

Eden Mejia

March 18th, 2025

Students at Sally Ride Elementary in Orlando, FL, talked to NASA astronaut Sunita Williams on the International Space Station and learned about life in space.

Uncovering Stories of Oregon’s Past

Owen Marksbury

March 14th, 2025

Documentary producer Kami Horton talks about what it’s like to uncover stories of the past for the Oregon Public Broadcasting show “Oregon Experience.”

Check Your Beat Kids’ Day: Connecticut Organizations Raise Awareness for Long QT Syndrome

Arjun Atluri

March 11th, 2025

Last month, Connecticut Children’s and Hearts in Harmony Foundation hosted community event with kid friendly activities, a fashion show, food and more.

Meet the Minds Behind I Spy Love

Grant Killewald

March 7th, 2025

Kid Reporter Grant Killewald speaks with illustrator Walter Wick and riddle makers Dan and Dave Marzollo about the latest installment in the I Spy Series

A Play in The Past

Gracelynn Conway

March 5th, 2025

Kid Reporter Gracelynn Conway details the history and exhibits of the Museum of Broadway.

Winter at Valade Ice and Fire Festival: Where Ice Meets Art and Community

Faith Nguyen

March 4th, 2025

The Winter at Valade Ice and Fire Festival in Detroit features ice sculptures, live carving demos, and a bonfire, bringing the community together and showcasing local

Colin Kaepernick and Nessa Diab’s ‘We Are Free, You and Me’

Xander Dorsey

February 27th, 2025

This past fall, Kid Reporter Xander Dorsey had the chance to speak with Colin Kaepernick and Nessa Diab about their new children's book, We Are Free, You and Me. 

Recovering From Recent and Long-lasting Los Angeles Fires

Aiden An

February 21st, 2025

The Greater Los Angeles Fires have caused drastic damage, but community members and first responders are working hard to support recovery.

Preserving the Past and Inspiring the Future: Exploring the Newly Transformed Yale Peabody Museum

Arjun Atluri

February 18th, 2025

The newly renovated Yale Peabody Museum is now home for breathtaking exhibitions and cutting-edge research inviting visitors to experience the incredible transformation.

Dr. Temple Grandin: Revolutionizing Animal Welfare and Autism Advocacy

Evy Bingle

February 12th, 2025

Dr. Temple Grandin transformed the livestock industry while using her unique skills and advocating for people with autism. Her life inspires people around the globe.

Axolotls: The Endangered Species Captivating Kids and Raising Awareness

Sofi Cortes

January 31st, 2025

Kid Reporter, Sofi Cortes, speaks with experts about the importance of awareness and engagement in the endangered species: axolotls.

Hurricanes Are Getting Stronger: What Does This Mean for Florida Wildlife?

Eden Mejia

January 24th, 2025

Stronger hurricanes are causing big problems for Florida’s wildlife, but community efforts, rescue organizations, and preparedness can help reduce the impact.

Light Up the Season: D.C. Children’s National Hospital Fundraiser Brings Everyone Together

Coco Moon

January 22nd, 2025

"Light Up the Season" raises funds for Children's National Hospital.

Jayden Bartels: From Dancing in her Living Room to Fighting Monsters in Goosebumps

Kush Kalra

January 15th, 2025

Scholastic Kid Reporter, Kush Kalra, interviews actress Jayden Bartels, who stars in the latest season of Goosebumps: The Vanishing.

Realizing the Dream with Scholastic

Leyla Saldanha

January 14th, 2025

Scholastic Kid Reporter Leyla Saldanha pictured with Arndrea Waters King and Martin Luther King III.

 

Ultra-Realistic Humanoid Robot Artist Ai-Da Makes History

Aiden An

January 14th, 2025

Creator Aidan Meller discusses the effect of artificial intelligence and technology on art.

Together We Thrive: Connecticut Community Fundraisers Make Positive Impact

Arjun Atluri

January 10th, 2025

Last month, Madison Public Schools in Connecticut actively supported their community during the holiday season through various fundraisers to help those in need. 

Asteroid Alert: Astronomer Discovers Near-Earth Asteroid

Evy Bingle

January 10th, 2025

Scientist Jacquline Fazekas is the ninth person and the first woman to identify an asteroid before it impacted Earth.

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