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Star Power: Oceane Qian-Feuillat

November 6, 2026

Meet Service Star Oceane Qian-Feuillat, 16. As Miss New Jersey Teen USA, Oceane started a program called Girls Leading Our World (GLOW). The program helps girls build confidence, practice public speaking, and take on leadership roles. TFK reader Sonali Vadada…

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Environment

Wildlife Crossing

October 29, 2026

The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing will officially open for business on December 2. It goes over a 10-lane segment of U.S. 101 in Los Angeles County, California. That’s one of the country’s busiest stretches of highway. Construction of the bridge…

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Braving the Storm

October 28, 2026

Sisters Alone, which was published in September, is a tale of bravery and sisterhood. The book is about “two sisters who have had a crack in their relationship ever since their mother died,” author SHIFA SALTAGI SAFADI told TIME for…

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Mission: Promote Wellness

October 16, 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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Packed with Care

October 16, 2026

Stuffed animals. Fidget spinners. Sunglasses. Soft blankets. These are some of the items in an LGM bag. LGM stands for Ledger Greyson Mann, the Virginia 9-year-old who created the bags. The clear backpacks hold items that can help calm a…

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World

Cycling for Good

October 16, 2026

On June 19, after biking day and night for nearly two weeks, Sarah Ruggins reached her goal: Nordkapp, Norway. She had ridden Europe from end to end (see map) faster than anyone in history. Ruggins took up cycling after a…

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Star Power: Logan Goodman

October 9, 2026

Meet Service Star Logan Goodman, 14, who cofounded an organization called Helping Hearts Houston. The group connects middle school girls with community service opportunities in Houston, Texas, where Logan lives. TFK reader Riya Kejriwal spoke with Logan about her work.…

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United States

Miles of History

October 1, 2026

Picture this: You’re driving on the open road. The windows are down, and you’re singing along with the radio as hills, mountains, and deserts fly by. Road-trippers can experience this on Route 66. It’s one of the most famous roads…

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Technology

AI Schools Log On

September 17, 2026

Fifth grader McKayla’s favorite subject is history. At her school, in Palo Alto, California, it’s not taught by a teacher. It’s taught by AI. McKayla attends an Alpha School. Founded in 2014, these are private schools built on an AI-powered…

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Forget Me Not

September 16, 2026

In the new movie Forgotten Island, best friends Jo and Raissa become trapped on the mystical island of Nakali. The island was inspired by the folklore of the Philippines. It feeds on the friends’ memories, so they have to escape…

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Star Power: Alma Watanabe

September 11, 2026

Meet Service Star Alma Watanabe, 14. Alma has been a member of her school’s Service Club for three years. TFK reader Isabella Nevsky spoke with Alma about her efforts to serve her community of Westchester, New York. What made you…

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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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