This Week in Kid Scoop

These “at home” activities connect with the Kid Scoop page published in this week’s newspaper in your area.

Sunken Treasure

Find out about some of the most famous Sunken Treasures! Continue reading

Plankton

These tiny, often microscopic creatures, drift in both fresh and ocean waters. Many larger animals feed on them but they also have a role in creating the oxygen we breathe. Continue reading

Stars of the Sea

Sea Stars are unique underwater creatures. They don’t have skeletons and they have an unusual way of consuming their prey. This week’s Kid Scoop is all about sea stars. Continue reading

Rays

The “bats” of the ocean appear to fly underwater. In generals they are gentle creatures, but some have venom-tipped spines that can be deadly. This week’s Kid Scoop page is all about Rays. Continue reading

Outdoor Bill of Rights

Three cheers for summer—longer days and time to play out with friends, visit interesting places, read a good book and enjoy the great outdoors. This week’s Kid Scoop page has a wealth of outdoor activities. Continue reading

Strike Up the Band

Lots of ideas for making music and instruments on this week’s Strike Up the Band page. Continue reading

Word Press Freedom Day

The United Nations declared May 3rd to be World Press Freedom Day. The purpose is to raise awareness of the importance to a democracy of a free press. Continue reading

Children’s Day

In Mexico, Children’s Day is celebrated on April 30th. There are no classes so schools organize special events and treats for children. Continue reading

Jobs Powered by the Sun

One of the fastest needs and growing jobs is that of a technician for solar power. This week’s Kid Scoop Career page explains some of what the job entails. Continue reading

The Bunny Buddies Are Back

Find a buddy to do the puzzles on this page together. If the page looks hard, find someone older to help. If it looks easy, find a younger buddy who might enjoy the page. Continue reading