News Websites

Access platforms that feature non-partisan and age appropriate news covering current events and research news. News stories and, some of these websites also provide educational activities and resources such as interactive games, kids shows, podcasts, puzzles, word games, among others. 

Newsround

Newsround from the BBC offers daily news stories for kids covering topics such as climate and environment, science, space, entertainment, and mnay more. Newsround also offers news shows, quizzes, games, and puzzles making news reading fun and engaging.

CNN 10

CNN10 is another reliable news website for students. It offers news programs for kids 6 years and up. Its popular show, Today's News in 10 Minutes, provides kids with a summarized version of current news that teachers can easily integrate in their classroom instruction.

Science Journal for Kids

Science Journal for Kids features a huge collection of scientific articles written for kids and teens covering topics in technology, social science, physics, chemistry, biology, and many more. The journal also offers various educational resources for teachers including podcasts, translated articles, interviews with researchers, lesson ideas, tutorials, read along versions of articles, and more.

Scholastic Kids Press

Scholastic Kids Press is a service from Scholastic where talented kid reporters share news stories covering various topics including politics, breaking news, sports, entertainment, the environment, and more. Students from all around the world aged 10-14 can apply to become Kid Reporters in Scholastic Kids Press.