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United States National Parks

January 19, 2024

National parks are natural areas that are protected by the government. Take a look at some of the national parks in the United States of America. Yosemite National Park This park is in California. There are giant sequoia trees.…

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Park Animals

January 19, 2024

Many different kinds of animals live in national parks. Here are three. Mule deer (above) are common in Yosemite Valley. They roam through the forest. They can be seen all year round. The Grand Canyon is home to gila monsters.…

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A President's Day

December 20, 2023

Welcome to the White House! The president of the United States lives and works here. The White House is in Washington, D.C. Take a look around. See the work that presidents do. And see how they spend their time off.…

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Presidential Firsts

December 20, 2023

There have been 46 U.S. presidents. Each has made a mark on the country’s history. But only a few can be called Number 1. George Washington was one of the country’s founders. He was the first president. He was elected…

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Down to Business

December 20, 2023

How do you feel about cookies? They make people happy. That is why we buy them. Girl Scouts are pros at selling cookies. See how they run a successful cookie business. They spread the word. These Girl Scouts are…

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Business

Good Business

December 20, 2023

Have you made money from doing work? Now you have a choice to make. What should you do with it? It is okay to spend some of it. You earned it. But it is also important to save money. One…

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Animals

Natural Partners

December 15, 2023

Animals benefit from working together. Plants and animals help one another too. This is called mutualism. Each species provides a service. Each helps the other survive. Read about some helpful relationships. Impalas and Oxpeckers Impalas are bitten by bugs. But…

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Animals

Animal Friends

December 15, 2023

Scientists say friendships help us stay healthy. That’s true for animals too. Unusual Pair (above) Animals can have friends from other species. Dogs and cats are very different but can get along. Cleaning Up These chimpanzees know how to…

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Technology

Best Inventions of 2023

December 8, 2023

TIME magazine made a list of last year’s best inventions. Some solve problems. Others make life easier. Some are just fun. TIME for Kids shares seven of them here. Which one do you think is the best? Fire Alert! This…

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Who’s Your Pick?

December 7, 2023

Every year, TIME magazine announces a Person of the Year. This recognition goes to someone who has had a lot of influence recently or who represents the year in some way. The title has gone to such people as Elon…

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TFK Press Club

Join the TFK Press Club!

December 7, 2023

Welcome to the TIME for Kids Press Club! We always love to hear from you. Let’s make it official! By joining the TFK Press Club, you'll become a Junior Journalist and be invited to share the stories that matter most…

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Community

Being a Buddy

November 30, 2023

Sammie Vance goes to school in Indiana. She started the Buddy Bench program there. Anyone could sit on the “buddy bench.” It meant that person needed a friend. Read about Sammie’s kindness campaign. Getting Started Sammie collected plastic. Her community…

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Community

A Good Friend

November 30, 2023

Everyone needs a friend. And it is important to be a good friend. Can you be a friend? The tips below tell you how. Introduce yourself. Say hello to someone new. Invite them to play. Ask questions to get…

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Time to Celebrate

November 30, 2023

Winter is a time for bundling up. It is also a time for celebrating. There are many winter holidays. Each has its customs and traditions. Do you celebrate any of these holidays? Hanukkah Hanukkah is known as the Festival…

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