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Picking a President

September 16, 2016

On November 8, Americans will elect the next president of the United States. Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are the main candidates for the job. In 2008, Barack Obama was elected president. He took office in January 2009 and is…

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A Book About Bullies

October 1, 2010

The Humanity Project runs anti-bullying programs in schools in Florida. The group’s founder, Bob Knotts, asked students to write a book about bullying. As a kid, Bob Knotts got picked on. “It really affected me, as a child and…

A book called 300 Fantastic Facts: Space is shown with planets and an astronaut floating nearby, next to bold text that says “Book Bites.”

Science

Book Bites: 300 Fantastic Facts! Space

March 26, 2026

These facts come from the pages of TIME for Kids books, which help curious kids learn more about their favorite topics. Rocket off toward the stars with these phenomenal facts about space. Scientists believe that, in the known universe, there…

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Book Bites: Spectacular Sea Creatures

March 12, 2026

These facts come from the pages of TIME for Kids books, which help curious kids learn more about their favorite topics. Explore awesome ocean facts about life under the sea. Growing up to 100 feet long and weighing up to…

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Mission: Promote Wellness

March 6, 2026

Join a community of kids who are making the world a better and brighter place. TFK Service Stars know that even the smallest actions can make a big impact. Mission of the Month We all struggle with health issues sometimes,…

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Content featured on Service Stars Two kids wearing winter gear stand on a frozen lake. One holds a fishing rod, the other drill with an ice auger.

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De pesca

March 5, 2026

Hace dos veranos, mientras pescaba en el lago Minnetonka, en Minnesota, Vick Tan capturó una perca americana de cinco libras. Es un pez grande. Sacarlo del agua “fue una experiencia increíble”, contó Vick, ahora de 16 años, a TIME for…

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A scuba diver in an orange suit swims underwater beside a large bundle of tangled fishing nets.

Environment

Haunted Waters

February 19, 2026

There are warm ocean waters and beautiful views on the western coasts of Greece. But these coastlines have a problem: Many of them are cluttered with hunks of metal, bits of plastic, and heavy fishing nets. The trash comes from…

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Two animated furry characters stand outdoors, one wearing a crown and holding a stick, with two small portrait photos above them and a TIME for Kids Kid Reporter badge in the corner.

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Hop Into the Wild

February 18, 2026

Hoppers is about a group of scientists who learn how to “hop” into the minds of robotic beavers to learn firsthand how the animal kingdom operates. But when 19-year-old Mabel gets involved, she winds up having to save both the…

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A TIME for Kids book titled Amazing Athletes appears next to large text reading “Book Bites,” with illustrated sports balls like a basketball, football, baseball, tennis ball, and soccer ball.

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Book Bites: Amazing Athletes

February 12, 2026

These facts come from the pages of TIME for Kids books, which help curious kids learn more about their favorite topics. With the 2026 Winter Olympics underway, let’s dive into some cool facts about athletes. LEBRON JAMES is widely regarded…

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Mission: Raise Money

February 6, 2026

Join a community of kids who are making the world a better and brighter place. TFK Service Stars know that even the smallest actions can make a big impact. Mission of the Month It’s fun to find creative ways to…

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Star Power: Joshua Conger

January 30, 2026

Meet Service Star Joshua Conger, 14. He started Joshua’s Joyful Giving, an organization that donates toys to kids receiving treatment at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County, in California. TFK reader Vera So spoke with Joshua about his efforts. What…

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A colorful graphic shows a TIME for Kids book called “Big Cats, Small Cats” next to the text “Book Bites,” in yellow with a purple ball of yarn under it.

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Book Bites: Big Cats, Small Cats

January 29, 2026

These facts come from the pages of TIME for Kids books, which help curious kids learn more about their favorite topics. Dig your claws into these fun facts about cats! The TIGER is the world’s biggest cat. It can weigh…

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A large stone statue of an ancient Egyptian ruler sits inside a museum, with other statues and visitors in the background.

World

Egypt on Display

January 22, 2026

Journey through ancient Egypt. Learn about powerful pharaohs and their lasting legacies. Gaze up at a 36-foot-tall statue of an ancient king. See the wonders of the Great Pyramid of Giza. Visitors can now do it all at the Grand…

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Opinion

Should Kids Play Contact Sports?

January 21, 2026

According to the latest data from the National Survey of Children’s Health, about 55% of U.S. kids play organized sports. These include low-contact sports, such as tennis and swimming, which don’t require physical contact between players. They also include high-contact…

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Star Power: Justyn Boumah

January 16, 2026

Meet Service Star Justyn Boumah, 10. He started the nonprofit group Heroes and Hearts, in Las Vegas, Nevada. TFK reader Anirudh Rao spoke with Justyn about his efforts. Tell us about the philanthropy work you do. I help people in…

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A colorful graphic shows a TIME for Kids book called “Good Dogs!” next to the text “Book Bites,” in yellow with cartoon dog bones around it.

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Book Bites: Good Dogs!

January 15, 2026

These facts come from the pages of TIME for Kids books, which help curious kids learn more about their favorite topics. First up: dogs! Check out these tail-wagging facts about some of the world’s most beloved breeds. Most dogs bark,…

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Technology

Warning Labels Required

January 8, 2026

On December 26, New York confirmed a new law to protect kids’ mental health. It requires social-media platforms to warn users under age 18 about addictive features, such as autoplay, infinite scroll, and like counts. These features entice users to…

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A bright pink-and-orange sea slug with long, wavy arms stretches out against a black background.

Science

Stealing Stings

January 7, 2026

Thieves are lurking below the surface of the oceans. They don’t wear ski masks, with only their eyes visible. In fact, they don’t have real eyes at all. These thieves are colorful sea slugs called nudibranchs, and they’re found in…

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