Kids Making a Difference

We’re shining a light on young people who are doing ordinary and extraordinary things to impact the world around them. Know someone who we should consider for a future Kid of the Month article? Submit their story to the editors for consideration.

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Environment

The Kid Report: Testing the Water

Allie Amison took part in a wastewater testing program at her school, and writes about it in this article.

Food Insecurity

The Kid Report: Filling a Need

Scarlett Pace, 11, writes about how she set up a community fridge in her area.

Literacy

The Kid Report: Bringing Books

TFK Kid Reporter Orion Jean, 12, shares some tips on how to start a book drive.

Kindness

The Kid Report: A Symbol of Peace

Alayna Asinger, 10, writes about how students at her school honored a teacher from Ukraine with a sunflower project.

Health

Teens Build Ventilators

A girls’ robotics team in Afghanistan are using materials from old cars to build ventilators.

Health

Seeking a Covid-19 Cure

A 14-year-old from Frisco, Texas, has won the 2020 3M Young Scientist Challenge. Her research could lead to a treatment for COVID-19.

Environment

Paint Can Plan

In two years, Michael Weyne has had more than 600 customers, and he’s made nearly $10,000—all while helping the planet.

Kindness Literacy

Meet an Activist

This young activist wants all kids to be accepted for who they are.