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Jump into the “Kid Scoop Time Machine” and travel back almost 200 years to meet the first African-American journalists. From writers to publishers, meet the men and women who pioneered … Continue reading →

It’s February, and love is in the air as Valentine’s Day takes center stage among the holidays. Heartfelt messages—accompanied by flowers and boxes of candy—relay good feelings among friends, family … Continue reading →

People have known for centuries that animals respond to changes in the weather. Some grow thicker fur in winter and shed in the summer. Some fly to the warmer south … Continue reading →

Kindness works! Not only do acts of kindness make others feel good, scientist have discovered that kindness is healthy for you, too! If you’re sad, anxious, or worried, doing nice … Continue reading →

When is a holiday not a holiday? When it’s a Day of Service instead! Every January Americans have the unique opportunity to give back to their communities by volunteering time … Continue reading →

Long before people began using the symbols 0-9 to represent numbers, they counted on their fingers and toes to keep track of amounts. How convenient that these body parts came … Continue reading →

Holiday traditions build lifetime memories—and there is no greater Christmas musical treat than the delightful and ageless Nutcracker Suite. This issue explains how Clara’s journey to the Sugar Plum Fairy’s … Continue reading →

Feeling drowsy and needing to yawn? Odds are you’ll see someone yawning right along with you. Is it catching, the power of suggestion, or just copycat behavior? Kid Scoop digs … Continue reading →

Although not naturally sweet like most berries, the tangy cranberry—nevertheless—appeals to millions of people each year. A food native to America, cranberries are most famous for their appearance at Thanksgiving … Continue reading →

A rotten thing can be a good thing for our planet if it rots the right way in the right place. Composting is one easy way that leftover food can … Continue reading →