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Coolest Inventions of 2016

January 13, 2017

Take a look at some of the year’s top innovations. What will the future look like? You can get a peek by looking at the latest inventions. These items were created to solve problems, make life easier, or just for…

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Opinion

Should Stores Separate Toys by Gender?

November 4, 2016

Target made headlines last year when it announced that its stores would no longer post signs to direct customers to buy certain toys for girls and others for boys. Much of the push to separate toys by gender has come from toymakers, advertisers, and…

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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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Community

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…

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Cursive Comeback

September 3, 2026

Do you know how to write in cursive? Can you read it? Many young people answer no to both questions. That’s why a growing number of states have started to make cursive instruction mandatory. This was a surprise to Andy…

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Star Power: The River Farm Park Kids

August 28, 2026

Meet five Service Stars. Pictured from left are Ariana Garcia (10), Mackenzie McGann (10), Maeve Smith (9), Aria Mancini (10), and Hannah McGann (10). These friends worked together to rejuvenate River Farm Park, a green space in East Greenwich, Rhode…

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Health

Healing Nature

August 20, 2026

About 20 years ago, Miles Richardson started going on daily walks. He worked long days at a desk as a researcher in England. The walks helped get him up and moving. They made him feel better. Richardson jotted down what…

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Science

Saving Swift

August 20, 2026

Update: On August 19, NASA announced a change to this mission. Due to an ongoing issue, the LINK spacecraft will not be able to capture and boost Swift. Instead, LINK will attempt to connect with Swift for data collection. “This…

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Cookie Dough

August 19, 2026

Girl Scout Cookie season runs from January to April. During that time, some scouts sell dozens of boxes of cookies. Some sell hundreds. Fourteen-year-old Olive’s numbers are quite a bit higher. One year, she sold nearly 13,000 boxes. Olive is…

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Swinging into Action

July 28, 2026

Spider-Man: Brand New Day, coming to theaters July 31, continues Spider-Man’s journey in a world where people remember him—but no one remembers Peter Parker. In Spider-Man: No Way Home, Dr. Strange cast a spell to save the Earth and cause…

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Opinion

Are Movie Theaters Outdated?

July 27, 2026

It has never been easier to watch new releases at home. The convenience of streaming services such as Disney Plus and Netflix is enough to keep some viewers away from movie theaters. But some people still go to movie theaters.…

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Book Bites: Your Hot Job Field Guide

June 22, 2026

If you like exploring the Your Hot Job website, you might enjoy reading the book! TIME for Kids: Your Hot Job Field Guide is packed with guidance, inspiration, and more, to help kids discover fulfilling career paths. Learn five key…

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Parent-in-Training

May 29, 2026

In the new comedy film The Breadwinner, Nate Wilcox is learning how to manage his stay-at-home-dad life after his wife’s business gets popular. As he takes on more responsibility for his three daughters, Nate learns the importance of teamwork. From…

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Health

The Power of Play

May 14, 2026

In 2013, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) stated that recess time is crucial for students’ “social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.” Now the AAP is doubling down on the importance of recess, thanks to new evidence. A statement this…

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World

Summer of Soccer

May 14, 2026

Soccer fans, mark your calendars! The world’s biggest international soccer tournament, the FIFA World Cup, returns this summer. Sixteen cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States (see map) will host a total of 104 matches. The action starts with…

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Mission: Protect Animals

May 1, 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 From endangered species in the wild to…

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Turtle Champion

April 30, 2026

Have you heard of the diamondback terrapin? This turtle is known for the diamond pattern on its shell. It’s the only turtle species in North America that lives in brackish water, where saltwater and freshwater mix. From May through July,…

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