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US relationship with Europe in flux

On March 6, European leaders held an urgent meeting in response to statements made by US President Donald Trump about US foreign policy. These included Trump’s announcement that he was withdrawing US support for Ukraine, which is fighting a war with Russia. What happened? The summit was held in Brussels, Belgium, and included leaders of the 27 member nations of the European Union (EU, see box above). Also present were Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission (a branch of the EU), and António Costa, president of the European Council (another branch of the EU). Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, also attended the meeting. Ukraine is not a member of the EU but would like to be admitted. Why did they meet? Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022,…

US relationship with Europe in flux

World’s largest iceberg is stuck

The largest and oldest iceberg in the world has gotten stuck in shallow waters off the coast of South America. For several months the iceberg, called A23a, had been traveling from Antarctica toward South Georgia island in the South Atlantic Ocean. Experts were worried that it could slam into the island and harm the millions of penguins and seals that live there, but instead it got held up about 50 miles from shore. A23a covers more than 1,300 square miles, making it twice the size of Houston, Texas. In 1986, it broke off from Antarctica’s Filchner–Ronne Ice Shelf and spent the next 30 years in the Weddell Sea. In 2020, A23a began drifting north. Last year, it got caught in a column of rotating water for several months before heading…

World’s largest iceberg is stuck

Special Olympics Winter Games begin

The Special Olympics World Winter Games kicked off in Turin, Italy, on March 8, with an opening ceremony at Inalpi Arena. More than 1,500 athletes from 101 countries and territories are competing in eight sports, including figure skating, speed skating, alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding. The Special Olympics are the world’s largest sports and humanitarian event and provide year-round training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. They were established by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, a sister of John F. Kennedy, the 35th US President. Their sister Rosemary had learning disabilities and few chances to participate in sports. The first Games were held in Chicago in the summer of 1968. Today, the Special Olympics are held every two years, alternating between winterand summer. The last Winter Games, scheduled…

Special Olympics Winter Games begin

IT’S AN AMAZING WEEK FOR…

A COOL IDEA Ben & Jerry’s has teamed up with Rivian, an electric vehicle company, to roll out electric “scoop trucks.” It’s “an ice cream dream come true,” said a spokesperson for Ben & Jerry’s, which has a strong focus on sustainability. AN ARTISTIC PENGUIN A northern rockhopper penguin has gone viral for the happy way she makes art with her feet. Marley, who lives at an aquarium in Texas, steps in nontoxic paint and walk across a canvas. When she’s done, she wags her tail and squawks. “Marley has always been all in,” a keeper said. MAKING PROM POSSIBLE About 800 high school seniors who were affected by the wildfires in Southern California got good news from actor Steve Carell. He announced in a YouTube video that a nonprofit…

IT’S AN AMAZING WEEK FOR…

Big milestone for NASA telescope

NASA, the US space agency, is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope’s launch into orbit. As one of the largest and most powerful telescopes ever sent into space, the Hubble has provided scientists with a more complete understanding of the universe. What is the Hubble? Named after US astronomer Edwin Hubble, the telescope was launched on board the space shuttle Discovery from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on April 24, 1990. The telescope is about the size of a school bus and weighs about 27,000 pounds. The Hubble’s two main camera systems capture light, including infrared and ultraviolet light, which the human eye can’t see. Two solar panels draw energy from the Sun to power the Hubble, which orbits about 320 miles away from Earth and…

Big milestone for NASA telescope

THE WEEK IN HISTORY

March 26, 1945 Battle of Iwo Jima ends with US victory On March 26, 1945, the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II (1939–1945) ended with a US victory. US troops had been fighting against the Imperial Japanese Army for five weeks on the island of Iwo Jima in the Pacific Ocean. A photo by Joe Rosenthal of US soldiers raising the American flag there won a Pulitzer Prize (top journalism award) and inspired the Marine Corps War Memorial in Virginia.…

THE WEEK IN HISTORY

Attendance rises at US parks

A record 331.9 million people visited a US national park in 2024, the National Park Service reported. That is a 2% increase from 2023 and surpasses the previous high of 330.9 million visitors in 2016. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in North Carolina and Tennessee, had the most visitors—12.1 million—followed by Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona and Zion National Park in Utah, with 4.9 million visitors each.…

Attendance rises at US parks

Women’s History Month is celebrated

The US has been observing Women’s History Month throughout March. It is a time to remember and pay tribute to the role women have played in shaping the history and culture of the US. The nationwide recognition of women stems from Women’s History Week, which began in Sonoma County, California, in 1978. The week centered on March 8, which had already been named International Women’s Day. Sonoma County’s decision inspired a push for a National Women’s History Week, which was declared by President Jimmy Carter in 1980. Congress (the branch of government that makes laws) officially designated March as Women’s History Month in 1987. This year’s theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations,” celebrates women who have strengthened their communities through education, mentorship, and advocacy. Numerous events are…

Women’s History Month is celebrated

Around the world

Canada New prime minister chosen On March 9, Mark Carney, a former leader of the central Bank of Canada, was selected to become the country’s next prime minister. The ruling Liberal Party held an internal race to replace Justin Trudeau, who resigned in January, and Carney received nearly 86% of the votes. Since he was not elected by the public, Carney is expected to call a national election in which his party will compete against three other parties. Guatemala City, Guatemala Volcano of Fire erupts About 1,000 residents were evacuated and another 30,000 were said to be at risk after the Volcán de Fuego (Volcano of Fire) erupted near Guatemala’s capital during the night of March 9. One of the most active volcanoes on Earth, the Volcano of Fire killed…

Around the world

Should phones be banned at concerts?

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour sent fans into a frenzy. People traveled thousands of miles—and spent thousands of dollars—to witness it live, and the internet was flooded with advice on how to capture that perfect photo or video of Taylor performing. In fact, her standalone show at Wembley Stadium in the UK set a record for the most mobile data used at the venue, with Swifties posting snippets from the show online. Overall, there were more than 1.9 million videos of the tour on TikTok. Some people say this is just our new reality, but others feel that we should keep our phones in our pockets or bags. What do you think? Should phones be banned at concerts? Yes—they’re disrespectful Artists put so much time and effort into their performances. It’s…

Should phones be banned at concerts?

Achieving a football first

When the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Kansas City Chiefs last month in the National Football League’s biggest game, Autumn Lockwood made history. As the associate performance coach for the Eagles, she became the first Black female coach to win a Super Bowl. Lockwood, age 29, grew up in Media, Pennsylvania, as the daughter of a college football coach. She initially planned to pursue law enforcement, but her upbringing led her to strength coaching. After earning a master’s degree in psychology and sports management, Lockwood gained experience as an intern with the Atlanta Falcons. She also held positions at the college level, including director of sports performance at the University of Houston. Lockwood joined the Eagles in 2022. In her current role, she designs training programs to help players avoid injuries…

Achieving a football first

A memory master

Vishvaa Rajakumar, a 20-year-old college student from India, won the 2025 Memory League World Championship. In this online competition, participants must memorize complex sequences of numbers, images, and words in seconds. Rajakumar’s fastest time was memorizing 80 digits in 13.5 seconds. He uses a method called “memory palace,” visualizing a house with information linked to different rooms to recall later. After college, he plans to become a memory trainer and create an institute in India.…

A memory master

Star dancer retires

Ashley Bouder, principal dancer at the New York City Ballet (NYCB), has retired after 25 years with the prestigious dance company. Bouder, age 41, trained as a child at Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet before attending the School of American Ballet. For her final performance, she danced the 20th-century ballet Firebird, which launched her NYCB career. At age 17, she stepped into the title role with only a few hours to prepare, after both principal dancers were injured. Her next role will be focusing on her nonprofit, Ashley Bouder Arts, which runs dance workshops and festivals.…

Star dancer retires

Some whales sing like humans speak

Humpback whale songs follow patterns that are similar to human language, according to new studies. This suggests that traits found throughout the animal kingdom may have guided the development of human speech. Male humpback whales produce sounds in a complex sequence, known as a song. A song can be up to 30 minutes long and may be repeated for hours. Scientists aren’t sure exactly why humpbacks sing, but it seems to help them attract mates. As with human language, the whales’ songs are culturally transmitted, meaning they are learned from others. An international team of scientists studied recordings collected over eight years near the island of New Caledonia in the Pacific Ocean. Because humpback whale songs are made up of various sounds, such as moans, grunts, and squeaks, the scientists…

Some whales sing like humans speak

PLACE OF THE WEEK

Gypsum Hills is a scenic region of rusty red hills, canyons, and mesas (flat-topped elevations) in the south-central part of Kansas, along the state’s border with Oklahoma. The hills, also known as the Red Hills, get their name from large natural deposits of a mineral called gypsum in the area. Winding dirt roads connect the land with more than 100 caves and sinkholes. Wild cattle wander freely, and deer, pheasant, turkey, quail, bobcats, porcupines, and raccoons are some of the wildlife spotted roaming the prairies that lie between the hills.…

PLACE OF THE WEEK

The secrets of salamander toes

Did you know there’s a species of salamander that skydives? Although wandering salamanders don’t have wings, they can glide over treetops. The creatures are able to grab onto and let go of tree branches as they move. Researchers from Washington State University have now discovered that the secret to the animals’ super grip lies in the blood in their toes. The team was studying the behavior of wandering salamanders and noticed that when they wanted to take a step forward, blood rushed to fill the ends of their toes. Once the salamanders put their feet down on a surface, the blood in their toes flowed back out. The movement of the blood changed the stiffness of the salamanders’ toes, which the scientists think affects their grip. Christian Brown, who led…

The secrets of salamander toes

Animal of the week

Silvered langur A rare baby silvered langur has made its first appearance at the Bronx Zoo in New York. The male monkey, who was born in November and does not have a name yet, is one of more than 100 bred at the zoo over the past 40 years. ● LIFE SPAN: About 20 years in the wild ● HABITAT: Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia ● SIZE: About 20 inches long, 12.6 to 14.5 pounds ● DIET: Leaves, buds, fruit, seeds, flowers ● FUN FACT: At birth, silvered langurs are orange. Their fur begins to turn silver after a few months.…

Animal of the week

Good week / Bad week

Black-footed ferrets Researchers are using special tracking collars to study black-footed ferrets, which are endangered mammals that live mostly underground. The new data on their lives and behavior will help experts learn how to support the species’ survival. Olive ridley sea turtles More than 1,100 dead olive ridley sea turtles washed ashore along the southern coast of India. An official report has not been released, but early reports indicate that some of the turtles may have died after getting caught in fishing boat nets.…

Good week / Bad week

“Why do all leopards have unique spots?”Mallory, 8, Texas Ron Magill Wildlife expert, Zoo Miami The main purpose of a leopard’s spots is camouflage. They help the leopard blend into the natural spots of light and dark in its environment to sneak up on prey. No two leopards have the exact same spots, and those unique spots distinguish individuals and help leopards identify each other. Do you have a question for an animal expert? Send it to hello@theweekjunior.com. Find out more about Zoo Miami at zoomiami.org.…

An actress who blazed trails on screen

As an American actress of Chinese descent in the early days of film, Anna May Wong broke barriers for herself and those who came after her. Early life Anna May Wong was born on January 3, 1905, in Los Angeles, California. She was given two names: Wong Liu Tsong, a Chinese name that means “frosted yellow willows,” and an English name, Anna May. Her family lived behind the laundry shop they ran. It was a difficult time due to widespread racial discrimination. From a young age, Wong was fascinated by films. She used her pocket money to go to the cinema and, by age 9, decided she wanted to become a movie star. She changed her name to Anna May Wong, a combination of her Chinese and English names. She…

An actress who blazed trails on screen

3 ways she made history

Leading TV role In 1951, Wong became the first Asian American to be cast in a lead role in a US television program. In the mystery show The Gallery of Madame Liu-Tsong, she played a detective and an art gallery owner in a part written specifically for her. Hollywood star She was also the first Asian American woman to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, California. She received the star in 1960, the year before she died, and it can be seen at 1708 Vine Street. US quarter A glamorous depiction of Wong appears on a US quarter released in 2022, when she became the first Asian American to be shown on the nation’s currency. The coin is part of the American…

3 ways she made history

Asteroid unlikely to hit Earth

Earth had a close brush with a space object. In December, NASA (the US space agency) and the European Space Agency announced that they were carefully tracking an asteroid that had the potential to hit our planet in the year 2032. Now, however, NASA has said the risk of the space rock, called 2024 YR4, striking Earth is nearly zero. Asteroids are irregularly shaped objects that orbit the Sun and can be as small as a pebble or as big as several miles across. They are made up of ancient materials left over from when our solar system was born billions of years ago, including rock and sometimes metal or clay. Small pieces of asteroids that hit Earth are known as meteorites (see box at right). Scientists keep an eye…

Asteroid unlikely to hit Earth

What is a meteorite?

When you see a shooting star, you’re actually watching a piece of space rock burn up in Earth’s atmosphere. Those pieces, which have broken off from asteroids or comets in space, are called meteors. When many meteors burn up at the same time, that’s a meteor shower. Meteors that survive the trip through the atmosphere and land on Earth are called meteorites. They’re between the size of a pebble and a human fist. NASA estimates that more than 50,000 meteorites have been found on Earth, and about 99.8% of them came from asteroids. Meteorites can be hard to distinguish from Earth rocks, but they often have a shiny exterior created by the extreme heat in our atmosphere. About 60 meteorites have come from Mars, and 80 have come from the…

What is a meteorite?

New method to treat mild peanut allergies

In a new study, children with mild peanut allergies overcame the condition by eating small amounts of peanut butter, then gradually increasing the amount over time. The testing took place in a clinical setting and was supervised by a doctor in case the child had a reaction. The study focused on children ages 4 to 14 who had a peanut allergy but could tolerate at least half a peanut without having a reaction. (The method used in the study will not work for children with a severe peanut allergy.) At first, the kids ate one eighth of a teaspoon of peanut butter every day. Every eight weeks for about 18 months, the dose of peanut butter (or another food containing peanuts) was increased. Eventually, nearly all the children who followed…

New method to treat mild peanut allergies

Largest stash of ancient beads found

More than 270,000 delicate beads were found in a 5,000-year-old tomb in Spain that contained the remains of 20 people, including 15 women. It is the largest collection of beads ever found and signifies the important place the women held in their society. Scientists carefully cleaned each of the beads, most of which were made out of scallop shells. Some were made of bone and stone. They estimated that the beads would have taken several workers about seven months to make by hand. The scientists think the beads were used to decorate ceremonial dresses and skirts, which were also adorned with ivory and amber pendants. They said the outfits would have been an impressive sight that glimmered in the sunlight and made the women look powerful. This points to the…

Largest stash of ancient beads found

A camping stove that stays lit

Cold-weather campers have a new option for boiling snow for hot chocolate and melting marshmallows for s’mores. The Primus Ulti Stove system uses infrared heat instead of an open flame and stays lit in wind, snow, and rain. Infrared radiation useselectromagnetic waves to heat objects, while regular heating processes warm up the air. The Ulti Stove comes with an aluminum pot and lid and attaches directly to a fuel source. When the meal is over, the stove packs up into a compact size that can easily fit into a backpack.…

A camping stove that stays lit

Photos of the week

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Photos of the week

A week of big moments in the NBA

The end of the NBA (National Basketball Association) regular season is less than a month away, and the Cleveland Cavaliers, the top team in the Eastern Conference, have become the first team to clinch a spot in the postseason playoffs. On March 5, they beat the Miami Heat, 112–107, in what was their 12th straight victory. This will be Cleveland’s third consecutive appearance in the NBA postseason. The Cavs’ victory was part of a week filled with big accomplishments. On March 4, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to surpass 50,000 career points. He reached the milestone during his team’s 136–115 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. James has had a strong season and helped the Lakers maintain a top spot in the…

A week of big moments in the NBA

THIS WEEK’S WINNERS…

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE On March 8, Nathan MacKinnon of the Colorado Avalanche became the first NHL player this season to reach 100 points (sum of goals and assists). He did it by scoring a goal in his team’s 7–4 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Two days later, in a 3–0 win over the Chicago Blackhawks, he earned his 1,000th career point with a third-period assist. He is the third player in Avalanche history to rack up that many points. COLLEGE BASKETBALL Drake University beat Bradley University, 63–48, on March 9 to win the Missouri Valley Conference title and a spot in the NCAA tournament. Four of Drake’s five starters this season came from a lower division of college hoops. SOCCER The Washington Spirit beat the Orlando Pride on penalties…

THIS WEEK’S WINNERS…

Historic day for women in NASCAR

On March 9, a woman raced in the NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Racing) Cup Series, the top stock car series in the US, for the first time since 2018. Katherine Legge, who is British, drove for Live Fast Motorsports in the Shriners Childrens 500 at Phoenix Raceway in Avondale, Arizona. She is the 17th woman to ever compete in a NASCAR Cup Series race. The last one was American Danica Patrick. Legge, age 44, has competed in many types of auto racing series. In 2023, she made history by setting the fastest qualifying time by a woman at the Indianapolis 500, a top event for open-wheel cars. She called being in the NASCAR Cup Series “a dream come true” and said racing stock cars“has been an incredibly fun…

Historic day for women in NASCAR

COACH OF THE WEEK

Coach’s Name: Scott Loughner Sport: Baseball “Coach Scott is very inspirational. Whenever the team is down, he says now is our time to shine. When I wasn’t sure if I wanted to continue baseball, he brought the game back to life for me. He practices with us every day and takes his teams to championships. What I love most is that he always picks the new kids and makes them great athletes. He’s hard on us, but it’s because he wants us to thrive. If I could, I’d have him as a coach every season I play!”Derek, 11, California To nominate a Coach of the Week, send your coach’s name, photo, sport, and team to hello@theweekjunior.com. Include your name, age, state, and a few reasons why your coach is great.…

COACH OF THE WEEK

SPOTLIGHT ON…

Hannah McLaughlin AGE: 21 SPORT: SOCCER TEAM: VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY Early years I started playing soccer at a really young age. I played other sports, but it was my favorite and also the one I excelled at the most, so I continued to play. When I got into club soccer, my team was incredible. We had a great group of girls and a great group of families. I love the people aspect of soccer. I think that’s what makes it so fun. Top teammate My sister plays soccer with me at Vanderbilt. It’s awesome. We’ve always had sibling rivalry, but that makes us both better, so I appreciate it. Role model When I was young, I looked up to Carli Lloyd. She was a midfielder, and I was a midfielder. I loved…

Snow White brought to life

When Disney’s Snow White and the SevenDwarfs was released in 1937, it was the first-ever full-length animated film. More than 85 years later, Disney has made a live-action musical adaptation of that film for a new generation. It will be released in theaters on March 21. The Snow White story most people know was believed to come from German folklore. It follows a princess whose jealous stepmother, the Evil Queen, orders her death. Snow White escapes and finds shelter with seven dwarf miners. In the new film, Rachel Zegler (West Side Story) is Snow White, and Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman) is the queen. The music includes songs from the first film plus new ones by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, award-winning composers who wrote the songs for The Greatest Showman…

Snow White brought to life

3 live-action fairy tales

Beauty and the Beast Harry Potter star Emma Watson played Belle in the 2017 adaptation of the 1991 animated film. She was praised for portraying her character as more independent. Aladdin In this 2019 remake of the animated film from 1992, Will Smith took on the iconic Genie role. One big difference between the films was the addition of the character Dalia, Princess Jasmine’s handmaiden and helpful best friend. The Little Mermaid Halle Bailey was the first Black actress to portray mermaid Ariel on screen. The 2023 film had three songs, co-written by Hamilton’s Lin-Manuel Miranda, that weren’t in the animated movie from 1989.…

3 live-action fairy tales

New Avatar sequel series announced

This year is the 20th anniversary of the popular Nickelodeon animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender. The network will honor the milestone with new online content, a Roblox game, a digital album, and immersive experiences at this summer’s Comic-Con in San Diego, California. In more exciting news for fans, Nickelodeon announced that Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, the co-creators of the original show, are making a new series, Avatar: Seven Havens. The Avatar world has four nations related to the universe’s four elements: Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. The Last Airbender’s main character is Aang, an Airbender who discovers he is a powerful Avatar who can control all four elements. A second series, The Legend of Korra, came out in 2012. It is set 70 years later and has a…

“This is a movie about a seal named Quinn, who lost his brother to ruthless sharks. He teams up with a squad of misfit seals to fight against the sharks and make the sea safe again. With intense training and the discovery of their special skills, the seals work toward having a real chance at victory. We like this movie because the seals are mysterious, cunning, and ‘malarious’—a word we made up that means suspicious, scheming, and plotting, in a humorous way. It is funny, adventurous, and keeps you on the edge of your seat with its many twists and turns.” Dylan, 13, and Adam, 10, Pennsylvania Do you have a film or TV show to recommend to other kids? Send your review to hello@theweekjunior.com.…

THIS WEEK’S WATCH LIST

The Electric State (Netflix) This new sci-fi film is set in an alternate version of the 1990s after a robot uprising. It follows orphaned teen Michelle as she travels to find her brother alongside a sweet robot, a rebellious guide, and his robot sidekick. She uncovers dark secrets along the way. It is rated PG-13. Kiff (Disney+) The main characters in this series are optimistic squirrel Kiff and her laid-back bunny best friend, Barry. They navigate relationships, life in their quirky community, and school drama. In the new second season, their challenges include sneaking into movies and running for class president. Celtics City (Max) Mondays at 9 p.m. ET Learn about the history of the Boston Celtics, the NBA’s most successful franchise. Over nine parts, this documentary explores the team’s…

THIS WEEK’S WATCH LIST

Design and run your own museum

Two Point Museum is a new business simulation game. It was recently released for the PlayStation 5, Xbox systems, and PC. It is the third game in a series that includes Two Point Campus, which puts gamers in charge of a school environment, and Two Point Hospital. The goal of the new game is to build a world-class museum from scratch. Details that players have to think about include how the museum is designed and what kind of exhibits it will feature. There are also tasks related to day-to-day management, including hiring employees, stocking gift shops, and placing exhibits in good spots. Keeping track of the museum’s budget is key, and new opportunities open up as earnings increase. The game has six different themes—Prehistoric, Botany, Marine Life, Spectral, Science, and…

Design and run your own museum

The Doomsday Vault

(Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers) The first book in the new Everwhen School of Time Travel series begins with a bang. It’s the year 1878, and 12-year-old Bertie is invited to attend a secret time-travel school after he accidentally creates a black hole in his bedroom. His classmates are from other time periods. For example, Amelia is the sister of the famous painter Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519), and Zoe is a math genius from 2025. At first, the students have a difficult time adjusting. But as they start to settle in, the school’s headmaster mysteriously vanishes, putting the time stream in danger of cracking and the entire world at risk. A message appears on the wall saying the students have 48 hours to find and open the hidden…

The Doomsday Vault

What inspired this book? My dad was a bit of a science enthusiast. When I was young, he would talk about quantum physics and I would listen and absorb the things he said. Did you enjoy writing about time travel? Honestly, I was worried about doing it. But I gave myself permission to go for it and let my imagination spill. I wanted the reader to have a lot of fun. Which character do you relate to most? Bertie, because he’s in this place he loves but has to find a way to realize he belongs and has something valuable to offer. I’ve been through that. How do you spend your free time? I like to play Dungeons & Dragons with my friends. Favorite time and place? Medieval Europe…

One for the Murphys

“Carley Connors has a good life until she experiences a big betrayal, which lands her in foster care. At first, she doesn’t like living with the Murphys, the family she is placed with. Throughout the story, Carley begins to change her mind, but when she finally believes she could become part of this perfect family, news from her mother arrives. This story will stay with readers after they finish it.” Tori, 10, Colorado Do you have a book to recommend? Send your review to hello@theweekjunior.com.…

One for the Murphys

4 books to help you learn fun skills

Delish: The How-To Cookbook for Young Foodies By Joanna Saltz and the editors of Delish (Hearst Home Kids) With this beginner-friendly book, you can master cooking and baking skills like dicing vegetables and kneading dough. It also includes 50 recipes, like Cucumber Sushi, to help you practice what you learn. Ages 8 and up The Handbook of Forgotten Skills By Elaine Batiste and Natalie Crowley, illustrated by Chris Duriez (Magic Cat Publishing) If you aren’t sure how to sew a button, fix a flat bicycle tire, or wrap a present, this book can help. It contains step-by-step instructions for 30 skills that are starting to become“lost arts” because they aren’t commonly practiced. Some skills can help the environment. Ages 8 and up The Home Edit for Teens By Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin (Clarkson Potter)…

4 books to help you learn fun skills

Discover your family history

Your family history is the story of the people in your family who came before you. That includes your parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Knowing your family history can help you feel more connected to your family, and research suggests it also gives you a stronger sense of identity and well-being. Here’s how you can start learning about your ancestry. Talk to your family Start by asking relatives if you can speak with them about your family’s history. You can ask them if you can record them on audio or video, or you can take written notes. To get the conversation going, ask a few fun questions about their life growing up (see the ideas in the box at right). You can also ask them to name some…

Discover your family history

Interview questions

Find out more about a family member’s past by trying these conversation starters. • When you were a child, what was your favorite toy or game? • Did you have or want any pets? • What was your favorite food? • What subject did you like best in school? • What did you enjoy doing most when you were my age? • Where did you live as a child? • What’s the funniest family story you can remember? • Who were the oldest family members you can recall? What do you remember about them?…

Interview questions

Make easy, tasty chicken noodle soup

Ingredients • 1 tablespoon olive oil• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped• 1 large carrot, sliced• 1 large stalk celery, chopped• 2 cloves garlic, grated• 1 teaspoon kosher salt• ¼ teaspoon black pepper• 8 cups chicken broth• ½ cup filini or orzo pasta• 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded• Juice of 1 lemon• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill Instructions 1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. 2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 4 minutes. 3. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper and cook 1 minute. 4. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. 5. Add the pasta to the broth mixture and cook until al dente (firm), according to the package directions. 6. Reduce the heat to a…

Make easy, tasty chicken noodle soup

PROTECT YOUR EYESIGHT It’s important to take care of your eye health—your eyes are still developing through childhood and adolescence, and preventing problems now will protect your vision in the long run. There are several steps you can take to protect your eyes. First, take frequent breaks from screens, and try to get outside for at least two hours every day. Get enough sleep, which allows your eyes to rest and recover from the day’s activities. Most eye injuries can be prevented with protective eyewear. If you play sports, wear protective eyewear to avoid injuries. Also protect your eyes from the harmful effects of the Sun’s rays with sunglasses that have 100% UV protection.…

Word search Can you find all these words associated with sewing? They are hidden horizontally, vertically, or diagonally and can be forward or backward. When you’re done, read the remaining letters to get a bonus message. ALTERATIONS BIAS BOBBIN CHALK CUT DART FASHION HEMLINE IRON KNOT MATERIAL MEND NEEDLE PATTERN PINCUSHION PLEAT POCKETS SCISSORS SEAM SNAPS SPOOL STITCH SWATCH TAILOR TAPE MEASURE THIMBLE THREAD TRIM VELCRO YARDSTICK FILL IN THE BLANKS Fill in the blanks in each sentence with words that rhyme with each other, like OUR and POWER. (NEED A HINT? Check the bottom of the page.) OFF SIDES Make three different five-letter words by using the letters given to fill in the blanks. Out of order The numbers 1 to 9 can fit, one per square, so that…

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A coat to snooze in—anywhere The ZZZN Sleep Apparel System is a new high-tech coat designed to let its wearer doze off in comfort—even while sitting outside in the cold. The designers were inspired by traditional Japanese winter sleepwear, but they have added some modern gadgets. The coat has a built-in pillow, headphones to play relaxing tunes, and a device that monitors the wearer’s heart rate, stress levels, and sleep cycles. Lights in its headpiece turn red to resemble a sunset, then blue when it’s time to wake up. Melting a cheese fondue record A French company has officially cooked up the world’s largest cheese fondue. To make the melty dip, chefs filled a gigantic copper cauldron with 40 wheels of comté cheese, wine, 121 pounds of cornstarch, 4.4 pounds…

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Editor’s note

Until the 1920s, most people believed the Milky Way was the only galaxy in the universe. But then, on December 30, 1924, a US astronomer named Edwin Hubble announced a dramatic discovery. Looking through a 100-inch telescope, he saw bright lights that he concluded were not distant stars or gas clouds, as many people thought, but a separate galaxy. His finding was called “junk science” at first—but within 10 years, it was widely accepted among scientists that the Milky Way is one galaxy among millions. Hubble never won a Nobel Prize for his work because astronomers were not eligible at that time. (That has since changed.) In 1990, however, the Hubble Space Telescope was named after him (p4). This year NASA is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the telescope’s launch…

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“I self-published three children’s books with my parents: All Emotions Matter, All Vowels Matter, and All Shapes Matter. They are part of a series called What Matters to You? I’m proud that my books have helped children grasp complex topics like emotions from an early age. I have received positive feedback from teachers, grandparents, parents, and children about the books. My hope is to inspire and encourage all young readers of The Week Junior to take the next step and publish their own stories. I did it, and so can you!” Have you done something interesting or raised money for a cause you care about? Whatever you’re up to, we want to hear about it at hello@theweekjunior.com. RIDDLE OFTHE WEEK Where in the world does yesterday come after today? The…

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Your hopes for the nation

Claire, 10, from Michigan, loves that in America people have the freedom to be themselves. She hopes the US reduces its carbon emissions and that people are kind to one another. As a reader of The Week Junior, you may be forming opinions about your hopes and dreams for America. If so, we want to hear them! Go to kids.theweekjunior.com/activities to download a form like the one shown at right. Fill it out, then have an adult email it to us at hello@theweekjunior.com. We’ll feature some of the submissions we receive on this page in future issues. IT’S YOUR TURN Email your news, views, and photos to hello@theweekjunior.com. We want to hear from you! To have your letters, photos, nominations, recommendations, or ideas considered for inclusion in the magazine, please…

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Teacher OF THE WEEK

Teacher’s Name: Jacob Fry School: Bethesda Elementary School “Mr. Fry is the best music teacher ever! He started a special group last year that sings barbershop songs. He gives up his lunch periods every day to help us learn to sing harmony. Mr. Fry gives us points if we’re respectful and kind. If we get enough points, he lets us throw a party. He is also the school chorus director and so many kids joined that we had to make two separate choirs. I can’t imagine music class without him.”Ruth, 11, Maryland Nominate your teacher for Teacher of the Week! Send your reason for the nomination, a photo of your teacher, and your school’s name and address to hello@theweekjunior.com.…

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