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Children and teens from around the US and Canada were named as finalists of the 2022 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, a program that recognizes young people who are doing good things for people and the planet. The finalists were announced on September 20. What happened? There were 25 finalists between the ages of 9 and 18. From that group, 15 were chosen as top winners. Each received a cash prize of $10,000 to be used to support their service project or help pay for college. The remaining 10 finalists were named as honorees, and they received recognition for their exceptional efforts. What is the prize? The prize was established by TA Barron, Gloria Barron’s son and an award-winning author of books for children and young adults. He created…

A STRIKING DISCOVERY A baseball that helped the Cincinnati Reds win the 1919 World Series was found in a 102-year-old time capsule in Chicago, Illinois. Reds pitcher Horace “Hod” Eller used the ball to strike out a record number of Chicago White Sox batters. A MEANINGFUL VISIT Little Amal, a 12-foot-tall puppet of a young Syrian refugee, arrived in New York City on September 14. Representing people who have fled their homes because of war, Amal has traveled to 12 countries since July 2021. She will walk through all five boroughs of the city before departing on October 2. HUNDREDS OF MILKSHAKES An Arizona eatery has broken the world record for the most milkshake flavors on display. In just over an hour, Delgadillo’s Snow Cap whipped up 266 different flavors—including…

Actor Glen Powell starred in the biggest movie so far this year, Top Gun: Maverick, and on September 10, he was given the Bob Hope Award for Entertainment for that performance. The award recognizes people in the entertainment industry who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to, or positive portrayal of, the United States military in literature or film. Powell, 33, received the award in a special ceremony in Knoxville, Tennessee. It is named after actor and comedian Bob Hope, who died in 2003. Throughout his career, Hope lifted the spirits of US troops during wartime by performing in radio shows and onstage at military bases around the world. Maverick premiered this past May and already sits in the top 15 highest-grossing films of all time with nearly $1.5 billion…

Katmai National Park in Alaska is celebrating Fat Bear Week from October 5 to 11. First held in 2014 as Fat Bear Tuesday, this event follows the park’s brown bears, who have put on weight to prepare for hibernation (a period during the winter when bears mostly sleep). The event is a tournament in which the public votes for the champion of Fat Bear Week. Bears are sorted into pairs in a bracket (type of chart), and over the course of the week, fans can vote online for whichever in a set of two bears they think is fatter. The winning bears then advance to a semifinal round held over two days, and the winners of that go into a final round to decide the one true fattest bear. The…

Meerkats Meerkat triplets have been born at the West Midlands Safari Park in the UK. They are the first such animals to be born there since 2013. Baby meerkats are typically quite small, weighing only about one ounce at birth. Rio Grande silvery minnow Parts of the Rio Grande river are drying up, taking away the remaining suitable habitats for the Rio Grande silvery minnow. This fish species was declared endangered in 1994, and over the years it has lost almost all of its natural habitat.…

The works of William Shakespeare, who died more than 400 years ago, are still read and performed all over the world today. Many say he is the greatest writer in the English language. Who was Shakespeare? William Shakespeare was born in 1564 in the town of Stratford-upon-Avon, England. Few records of his childhood exist today, but historians believe he studied Latin and read works by classical authors before leaving school at age 14 to learn a trade. By the 1590s, Shakespeare moved to London and began working as an actor and playwright. He joined a theater company that performed at the Globe Theatre. “The Bard” (poet), as he is sometimes called, wrote at least 37 plays (see the blue box below) and more than 150 poems. Myths about Shakespeare Starting…

Scientists in Israel found a way to make paper reusable, in an effort to help the environment. Producing paper releases carbon dioxide (CO2, a gas that traps heat in the atmosphere), which contributes to climate change (long-term changes in weather patterns largely caused by human activity). Reducing paper use would cut CO2 emissions. The team created a specially coated paper that doesn’t absorb ink and a device called a “de-printer” that sucks out the ink and vaporizes it with a laser. Once the page is blank again, it can be reused up to 10 times.…

National Geographic’s new series Epic Adventures with Bertie Gregory goes around the world to meet amazing animals. But unlike other nature shows, wildlife filmmaker Bertie Gregory also reveals what happens off camera to get the footage. The series is now on Disney+. Gregory has had a passion for capturing wildlife on camera since he was a teen. Over the years, he noticed that people’s favorite moments were what happened behind the scenes. “People love seeing things go wrong, then seeing people win,” he told The Week Junior. Each episode features Gregory and his team in a new location. In Zambia, they observe an eagle’s nest from a treehouse they built. Gregory said they spent seven months working with scientists to find a nest. While following dolphins in the waters off…

Lego Brawls is a new multiplayer fighting game. It was originally released for Apple Arcade but is now available for the Nintendo Switch, the PlayStation platforms, Xbox systems, and PC. The four-on-four fighting action is similar to the combat in Super Smash Bros. games, but this game has its own twists and surprises. The most unique part is its wide range of playable characters. Lego Brawls features minifigures from themed sets that include Ninjago, Lego Castle, Jurassic World, and even a Lego Space set from 1978. Each set in the game comes with many characters, and more minifigures become available as you play. There are more than 200 in all, but Lego Brawls also lets gamers customize characters’ style and weapons. With all the options, you could make more than…

Wings of Fire By Tui T. Sutherland “Wings of Fire is a great series about the life of dragons and their tribes. According to a mysterious prophecy, five young dragons could bring hope to the world by ending a war. But what happens when some dragons don’t want them to succeed? This series has plot twists, cliff-hangers, and more! It has some level of violence, so I would recommend it for ages 9 and up to read solo.” Deeyara, 11, Florida Do you have a book to recommend? Send your review to hello@theweekjunior.com.…

Block This is a user’s ability to remove an account from following, contacting, or commenting on their social media account. You can also block certain numbers from texting or calling your phone. Clickbait This term refers to catchy, often misleading, inaccurate phrases used to get a person to click on a site or article. Digital footprint Any personal data and information a user shares on social media or a website is referred to as their digital footprint. The more personal details shared, the larger the digital footprint can be. Group chats A group chat is when more than two users communicate in the same text chain. The chats can also be named. Some families create group chats so family members can quickly send information to one another. Push notifications Push…

Instead of throwing food scraps in the trash, where they can end up in landfills that are harmful to the environment, try composting them. Composting is when people collect their food scraps so they can be used in soil to help plants grow. Ask an adult if you can buy a compost bin to keep in your kitchen. When you finish eating a meal, any uneaten food on your plate can go in the bin instead of the trash. Once the bin is full, you can take it to a local compost center to empty it out. Some people also create a compost area in their yard. To learn more about how to compost, go to epa.gov/recycle/composting-home.…

Along with billions of people around the world, I watched the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on TV this week (p6). The last time a funeral was held for a UK monarch was in 1952, when the queen’s father died, and that service was not televised. So this was a once-in-a-lifetime event and truly remarkable to see. I wish her nation and her family peace and strength as they move forward without her. In US news this week, we report on the winners of the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes (p2), the observance of Banned Books Week (p4), and the Las Vegas Aces’ victory in the WNBA championship (p18). We also invite you to apply to join Junior Council! You can find details on page 16, along with photos…

Teacher’s Name: Mrs. Neumann School: Bolton Primary “Mrs. Neumann is the best teacher ever, and I will tell you why. The first reason is she is funny. When she reads us a book, she will do funny voices. The second reason is she plans amazing projects. We got to write a speech about a world changer and dress up like them. Finally, the only thing she is serious about is how hard she makes us work. My class has learned so much this year!”Madeline, 9, Oregon 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. We want to hear from you! To have your letters, photos, nominations, recommendations, or ideas considered for…

On September 15, Germany said it would give $1.2 billion in its latest payment to Holocaust survivors. The Holocaust was the killing of 6 million Jewish men, women, and children, and millions of others, by the German Nazi party during World War II (1939–1945). The payments are reparations (financial payments to make up for a wrongdoing). Germany first agreed to make reparations to survivors in 1952. It was the first time a nation defeated in war paid civilians for the suffering it caused. Since then, Germany has paid a total of nearly $80 billion. Much of the money will go toward health care for elderly Holocaust survivors, of which there are about 280,000 worldwide. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said this would “enable them to live out their twilight years in…

From September 18 to 24, Banned Books Week is taking place across the US. The annual event, sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA), supports people’s freedom to read what they choose. The event is happening as access to some books is being challenged. In 2021, there were more attempts to restrict books than ever before, the ALA said. What is Banned Books Week? The week was first observed in 1982. Besides promoting the freedom to read, it calls attention to the dangers of censorship (controlling what materials are available to read). In particular, many people argue that kids benefit from having access to a wide variety of information because books can help them form their own opinions. Why are books banned? When people object to a book, they can…

United Kingdom Funeral held for Queen Elizabeth II The world said farewell to Queen Elizabeth II, who died on September 8 after 70 years on the throne. During a 10-day period of national mourning, her coffin was displayed publicly and hundreds of thousands of people waited in line for up to 24 hours to file past it as a sign of respect. An elaborate funeral attended by 2,000 people, including many world leaders, was held on September 19, followed by her burial in Windsor Castle. Venezuela & Colombia Countries reopen border Colombia and Venezuela, which have had political conflicts between them for years, announced that restrictions on travel across their shared border will be relaxed on September 26. Transportation carrying goods will now be able to cross, and flights between…

Piping plover There are currently about 700 breeding pairs of piping plovers in Massachusetts, up from 140 in 1986. One promising conservation method has been to limit vehicle access in a sandy area where chicks like to roam about. ● LIFE SPAN: As long as 16 years ● HABITAT: Ocean and lake shores ● SIZE: 7 inches long with a 15-inch wingspan ● DIET: Includes water beetles, flies, and snails ● FUN FACT: The piping plover’s sandy coloring helps it blend in with its beach environment.…

Romeo and Juliet Perhaps Shakespeare’s best-known work, this is a tale of a young couple whose families are in a feud that prevents them from being together. A Midsummer Night’s Dream Everything goes wrong in this comedy in which a fairy named Puck plays tricks on the fairy queen Titania and four young people who ran away from home and got lost in the forest. King Lear In this tragedy, an aging king prepares to step down from the throne and divide his kingdom into parts for his three daughters. But the daughters have other plans. The Comedy of Errors Mistaken identities provide lots of laughs in this play. It follows two sets of twins, each one searching for their brother after being separated by a shipwreck.…

Researchers used tiny radio transmitters to take an up-close look at moths as they travel. Each fall and spring, trillions of insects migrate—making journeys that can span thousands of miles and many continents. Scientists know relatively little about these migrations because it is difficult to track the tiny creatures. Tracking tags can be attached to larger animals, but until now, the devices were too big and heavy for small fliers with delicate wings. The team glued transmitters to the backs of 14 death’s-head hawk moths, a giant moth species with a wingspan up to 5 inches wide. They are believed to migrate from Europe to Africa in the fall, flying at night and resting during the day. The team released the moths in Germany and followed the radio signals in…

American figure skater Ilia Malinin had a historic performance at the US International Classic in Lake Placid, New York, on September 14. In his free skate, he landed a clean, fully rotated quadruple axel jump. It was the first time a skater had successfully done that in competition. An axel is the only jump that skaters begin facing forward and land facing backward. In a quad, a skater completes four revolutions in the air. An axel requires an extra half-turn, which makes it tougher. A handful of athletes have done triple axels in competition, but the quad has been out of reach. American Nathan Chen, the 2022 Olympic gold medalist, has landed five other types of quad jumps, but never an axel. Japanese skater Yuzuru Hanyu attempted one at the…

Many children in the UK grow up reading The Railway Children by E. Nesbit, a book that was originally published in 1906. Eventually the story was turned into films, and a version released in 1970 became a family classic. It inspired the new film Railway Children, now in theaters. Nesbit’s story and the new film have similarities but are not the same. This one is set in England in 1944, during World War II. At the time, people in cities worried about bombings, so many parents sent their children away to the countryside on trains. The kids lived with locals until it was safe to return. In the film’s fictional story, teen Lily and her younger siblings go to a village called Oakworth. They are taken in by a woman…

McFarland USA (2015) (Disney+) Hispanic Heritage Month, taking place in the US from September 15 to October 15, is an ideal time to see this inspiring drama, which is based on a true story. It is set in 1987 in McFarland, California, a small farming town with a primarily Hispanic population. Jim White, a struggling teacher, has just taken a job teaching phys ed at the high school. Noticing that a handful of students are gifted runners, he starts a cross country team. He has little experience coaching but is determined to get the team to California’s first state championship. However, the runners don’t have proper gear and many can’t commit to practices because they work on farms with their parents to help support their families. Will White and the…

(Clarion Books) In the sixth book of the popular Vanderbeeker series, the family, which includes five siblings, takes a monthlong road trip across the country. Their first stop is a creepy campground in Pennsylvania. Then their van breaks down on the way to Indiana. They stop in St. Louis, Missouri, White Sands National Park in New Mexico, and many other fascinating places before reaching their aunt’s house in California. Along the way, there’s sibling drama, fun twists, and even a chicken. The sweet and funny story also describes changes that will be happening as the older siblings grow up. Each chapter’s title includes the date and how many miles of driving are left. WIN A BOOK! We’re giving away five copies of The Vanderbeekers on the Road. For a chance…

Butterfly for a King By Cindy Trumbore and Susan L. Roth (Lee & Low Books) This book explains how a group of fifth graders succeeded in getting the Kamehameha butterfly, an orange and black butterfly found only in Hawaii, to be named Hawaii’s state insect. It also includes details about saving butterflies. Ages 6–10 The Secret Life of Butterflies By Roger Vila and Rena Ortega (Thames & Hudson) Did you know that some butterflies can fly up to 37 mph? That’s as fast as some horses! Packed with colorful drawings, this book describes what the eggs of butterflies look like, the difference between butterflies and moths, and much more. Ages 8 and up A Children’s Guide to Arctic Butterflies By Mia Pelletier, illustrated by Danny Christopher (Inhabit Media) Although there…

1. Wet your hair. When you get in the shower, get your hair soaking wet with warm water, from the roots all the way to the ends. 2. Lather up. Squirt a quarter-sized amount of shampoo into your hands. Massage it into your hair, starting with your scalp. Use your fingertips to work the soap into your hair using circular motions. (Avoid using your fingernails, since they can scratch your scalp.) Do this for about two minutes. 3. Rinse it out. Use your palm or fingertips to section off your hair so the water reaches your scalp and you remove all the shampoo. 4. Finish with conditioner. If you use a conditioner for detangling, squirt a dime-sized amount into your hands. Apply it just to the bottom half and ends…

Word ladder To change the word FIST into the word BUMP, use each clue to fill in a word that is only one letter different from the word before it. If you get stuck, try solving from the bottom up. STEPPING STONES Each figure hides a seven-letter word associated with plane travel. To find each one, start anywhere and move in an unbroken path through letters that share a border (no jumping!), using each letter once. (NEED A HINT? Check the bottom of the page.) ANSWERS CAN BE FOUND ON PAGE 29. DO NOT ENTER Draw one continuous path from START to END that goes through every box except the ones containing obstacles. Your path may not cross itself, and there is only one solution. Crossmath Fill each empty box…

In Issue 123, we featured a recipe for frittatas, an egg dish that resembles an omelet. Here is a selection of photos from readers who told us they enjoyed making them for breakfast, especially before school. If you would like to try the recipe, ask an adult to go to theweekjunior.com/activities to download and print it out. “We had a lot of fun trying the breakfast frittata recipe! They are full of flavor, and we ate them for breakfast for an entire week!”Riya, 10, and Rishav, 8, California “We made it with veggie bacon because we are vegetarian. It was sooooo good!”Helaena, 9, Virginia 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…

Sign up and follow @theweekjuniorus on PopJam, a social media platform for kids 7–12. Ask an adult to download the app from iTunes or Google Play. We asked: What is your favorite dog breed? “Goldendoodles. They don’t shed and are a lot of fun.” “Corgi or Samoyed, because they are so cute.” “Collies. They are so fun-loving.” “Sheepadoodles. They are super cuddly.” In the big debate, we asked: Should people stop binge-watching? “Yes. You need to exercise and get fresh air.” “No. It’s fun.” “Yes! Take a break to go out and stretch.” “I don’t think people should stop completely, but they shouldn’t do it as often.” “Yes, because it is unhealthy. We can watch stuff but take breaks.” Now tell us: What extinct animal would you bring back and…

Check out the winners of our contest! Last spring, readers of The Week junior learned about Jack, 13, from South Carolina, whose efforts to make his school more sustainable resulted in more propane-powered school buses replacing diesel-fueled transportation. Inspired by Jack, The Week junior and Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) challenged our readers to come up with ideas that could improve sustainability in their own schools. Entries came from readers all over the country and were judged by a panel of editors at The Week junior and members of the PERC team. PERC is awarding $2,000 to each winner’s school to help make their sustainability projects happen. Here are the three winning ideas. EVELYNA Age 11, Texas “What if you didn’t have to throw your food away? Just one…

On September 18, Hurricane Fiona struck Puerto Rico with winds of up to 85 mph and about 30 inches of rainfall. It caused widespread flooding and knocked out power for more than 1.3 million customers. The island’s National Guard made 30 rescue operations, and more than 2,000 people moved to shelters. President Joe Biden made an emergency declaration, allowing federal aid to be sent there. The recovery process is expected to be difficult.…

School is back in full swing, and students are gathering in lunchrooms to eat together. Studies show that kids who eat a nutritious lunch at school have more energy and are better able to focus and learn. But over the past decade, lunch periods have gotten shorter as schools try to find more time for academics, making it hard for kids to finish a meal. School enrollment has increased, too, leading to crowded cafeterias and less time to eat. Some people say a longer lunch period would let students enjoy the benefits of a healthy meal, but others believe the extra time should be spent on learning. What do you think? Are school lunch periods too short? Yes—lunch should be less hectic When the lunch bell rings, students have to…

An iguana that was believed to have gone extinct on a Galápagos island nearly 200 years ago appears to be making a resurgence. The reptile, a Galápagos land iguana, was last spotted on Santiago Island by Charles Darwin in 1835. No one is sure what made the iguanas disappear, but they may have been preyed on by invasive species, like feral hogs and cats, that were brought to the island by humans. A team of conservationists (people who work to protect animals and nature) decided to reintroduce the iguana to the island. First, they had to rid the island of invasive animals. In 2019, 3,000 of the land iguanas were released onto the island. In late July, a team of researchers and park rangers discovered new lizards of various ages…

Mary-Kathryn Mitchell Field supervisor of carnivores, Naples Zoo One reason male lions have manes is to attract female lions. Larger manes can suggest that a lion is more powerful compared to other males. As the lion gets older, his mane grows bigger and spreads down his front legs and onto his back, making him look intimidating to other males. Do you have a question for a zookeeper? Send it to hello@theweekjunior.com. Find out more about the Naples Zoo at napleszoo.org.…

A team of scientists found that children liked splashing in puddles during prehistoric times just as much as they do today. A team studying ancient footprints discovered a muddy playground from the Ice Age (also known as the Pleistocene epoch, about 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago). Matthew Bennett, a professor of environmental and geographical sciences at Bournemouth University in the UK, has been studying a playa (driedup lake bed) at White Sands National Park in New Mexico. Thousands of footprints have been found there. Some were left by animals such as saber-toothed cats and mammoths. Bennett and his team have also seen prints made by humans as far back as 23,000 years ago. Once the prints are found, researchers measure and analyze them. They can often figure out the…

On September 18, the Las Vegas Aces won the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) championship. They beat the Connecticut Sun, 78–71, in Game 4 of the best-of-five finals, which was played at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. The Aces were the top-ranked team in the playoffs. This is their first championship. The win completed a dream season for the Aces, who had won the Commissioner’s Cup, an in-season tournament, and ended the regular season in a tie with the 2021 champions, the Chicago Sky. The Aces’ star player is A’ja Wilson, the league’s 2022 Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Defensive Player of the Year. After winning the first two games of the finals, it seemed like the Aces might sweep the Sun, who finished the regular season in…

Coach’s Name: Michael Baldebor Team: Tampa Bay Heat Homeschool (tennis) “He makes working hard fun! He pushes us with different games like Pac-Man, where we work on speed and balance, and Skeleton, to help us work on volleys. Coach’s words of advice: ‘Keep those feet moving and don’t look down.’ He pushes us all to do our best, and he is kind, funny, strong, and more like a friend than a coach. He is never mean, but he gets his point across. And he doesn’t mind getting hit on the head by a rogue tennis ball.” Elise, 11, Florida 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.…

Role replay Jenny Agutter, now age 69, portrays grandmother Bobbie in the new film. She also played Bobbie, who was a teen and one of the main characters, in the 1970 film. Scenic location The cast spent two months filming on location in Yorkshire, a county in north-central England. Many prehistoric monuments and artifacts from Roman and Viking history have been found in the area. Special station Much of the film’s action takes place at or around Oakworth station in West Yorkshire. It is part of the UK’s Keighley & Worth Valley Railway and a top destination for The Railway Children fans.…

Dogs in Space (Netflix) The animated comedy series, set in a future with talking astronaut dogs, is back for a second season. Captain Stella and the other canines are still in space searching for a new planet for humans, but now they have to deal with a stowaway, a kidnapping, and more. BTS: Permission to Dance (Disney+) In 2021, the popular Korean pop (K-pop) group BTS performed shows at the famous SoFi stadium in Los Angeles, California. This new concert film captures those performances up close and features some of the group’s hit songs such as “Dynamite” and “Butter.” The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers (Disney+) The underdog athletes from the Mighty Ducks hockey team are back. In season two of the comedy series, the kids and their coach head to…

Did you grow up with siblings? I grew up in a very quiet household, so I spent a lot of time getting lost in books. I found myself drawn to stories that featured big families—I loved the energy and chaos that came with lots of kids being around. What inspired this newest book? My family and I go on a lot of road trips, so our travels inspired me. What do you love about living in New York City? I live in Harlem, and I love the community! People are very friendly and love to chat. I love the history, and I’m a huge fan of the architecture. Do you have a favorite Vanderbeeker child? Nope! I can’t play favorites with the Vanderbeekers! Pumpkin or apple pie? Oh, definitely apple.…

Whether you already have a smartphone or not, it’s important to learn how to safely use one, including texting with others and being on the internet. “There are so many incredible things you can do with a phone,” said Catherine Pearlman, PhD, author of First Phone: A Child’s Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety, and Etiquette. “However, it’s important to understand the power of owning a phone so you can learn to be smart in a digital environment.” Here is some advice to follow. Ask for help If a website or app is asking you to set a password, ask a trusted adult for help. Or if you’d like to create a group chat with your grandparents, you may need help setting that up. Apps and websites often get updates, which…

What you need • Cardboard or a recycled cereal box• Black marker and/or colored pens• Craft glue• Small parts of sticks, found outside• Small leaves, found outside• Paint pens• 5 leaves Instructions 1. Spread your fingers wide and place your hand and forearm on the cardboard. Use the black marker and/or colored pens to trace around your hand. This will become your artwork’s tree trunk and branches. 2. Glue the sticks to the tree’s trunk and set it aside to dry. 3. Use paint pens to create a portrait of each member of your family on the leaves. When you are finished, glue each leaf to a branch of the tree. Reprinted with permission from Colorful Curly Haired Crafts for Kids by Cheryl Gavrielides. Page Street Publishing Co. 2022. Photo…

Gravy wrestling back with a splash Gravy is typically poured on one’s dinner, but at an unusual sporting event in the UK, people wrestle in it. The World Gravy Wrestling Championships involve two-minute matches held in a pool of gravy. In the past, the gravy was made with real meat and vegetable juices, but this year, at the 12th annual championships, organizers used cornstarch and caramel. Points are awarded for wrestling skill, costume, and entertainment value. After each match, the fire department is on hand to hose down the gravy-covered competitors. Skilled artists who have a tail to tell A Virginia woman has taught rescued rats to paint. Esther Minic-Rosenthal’s creative rodents are named Olive, Donut, Omelet, Egg, Blueberry, and Banana. It takes her about a week to train each…

Do you have an idea for a photo that captures democracy in action in your community? Kidizenship, a nonprofit media group, is inviting students to enter a nationwide photojournalism contest. The contest asks students to submit up to three photos that represent civic action in their area. For example, it could be a photo of volunteers at a food pantry, a town hall meeting, or a parade. Winning images will be awarded in two categories, ages 8–12 and ages 13–18. Find out more, including how to apply, at kidizenship.com/snap-your-solution. IT’S YOUR TURN Email your news, views, and photos to hello@theweekjunior.com.…

1 A 7-year-old boy named Tariq went viral for talking about his love of what vegetable? 2 In the book The Vanderbeekers on the Road, what state is the family’s first stop on their cross-country road trip? a) Missouri b) Indiana c) Pennsylvania a ◻ b ◻ c ◻ 3 True or false? There were 15 winners of the 2022 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes. True ◻ False ◻ 4 Galápagos Island iguanas were reintroduced to what island in 2019? a) Isabela Island b) Santa Cruz Island c) Santiago Island a ◻ b ◻ c ◻ 5 Where did William Shakespeare’s theater company perform? 6 In what year was Banned Books Week first observed? a) 1972 b) 1982 c) 1992 a ◻ b ◻ c ◻ 7 True or…