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An illustration shows a green dinosaur holding prey in its mouth near a pond, with other dinosaurs and prehistoric plants in the background.

Science

New Dino Discovered

November 12, 2026

This illustration shows a newly identified dinosaur enjoying a meal. The dinosaur is called Invictibellatrix amberina. It was introduced in an October 14 study. It was identified from a fossil. The fossil was found long ago on England’s Isle of…

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Cover of the book, "A Kid's Guide to Stargazing": a night sky with a full moon, a shooting star, and a treetop against a colorful background.

Entertainment

Reading Break

November 12, 2026

Take a look at the stars. Create your own comic. Learn about stealthy fighters. These books will keep you turning pages all winter break. A Kid’s Guide to Backyard Stargazing Stargazing is as easy as looking up at the…

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A whale shark swims beneath a boat on clear blue water.

World

World’s Greatest Places

November 6, 2026

Each year, TIME makes a list of the World’s Greatest Places. TIME for Kids picks its favorites. This year’s list is all about adventure. There are amazing things to see and explore. Where would you go first? Grand Museum See…

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A highway marked with a large route shield stretches toward the horizon beneath a fiery sunset.

Historic Route

October 30, 2026

Picture this: You’re driving on the open road. Windows down. Singing along with the radio. You’re watching hills, mountains, and deserts pass by. Road-trippers can experience this on Route 66. It’s a famous road in the United States. It spans…

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A vintage motel and café sign stands beside a light blue classic car and a low building under a partly cloudy sky.

United States

See the Sights

October 30, 2026

Roadside attractions are a big part of what makes Route 66 special. Some are strange or silly. Others are historic. All are a treat for travelers. Here are four. Pit Stop Roy’s Motel and Café (above) is in Amboy, California.…

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Two smiling girls hug each other in a sunlit wooded area.

Community

Good Friends

October 23, 2026

Friends are important. They keep you company when you’re feeling lonely. They cheer you up when you’re feeling down. Friends make everything more fun. How can you make and keep friends? TIME for Kids spoke with Deborah Gilman. She’s a…

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Cover of the book, "Enemy Pie": an illustrated smiling boy above a pile of pies, against colorful background.

Entertainment

Friendly Faces

October 23, 2026

Friendship is a theme in many books. Some teach lessons in kindness. Others remind us how nice it is to have a buddy. Here are three of TFK’s favorites. Enemy Pie Author Derek Munson’s book teaches you how to…

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A large yellow cartoon creature hangs above a crowd at a busy gaming convention, with colorful screens and banners in the background.

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Pokémon is 30!

October 16, 2026

Happy birthday, Pikachu! This year, Pokémon celebrated a milestone. It is 30 years old. Pokémon debuted on February 27, 1996. It began in Japan. Many kids (and adults) have become fans over the years. Always Evolving There have been lots…

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Two baseball players in black uniforms celebrate on the field, one running toward a kneeling teammate with her arms outstretched.

United States

Baseball Queens

October 16, 2026

The Los Angeles Queens are the Women’s Professional Baseball League champions. They won the 2026 Championship on September 22. That makes them the first winners of the league. The Los Angeles Queens battled the San Francisco Firebells. They played…

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A small spotted wild cat prowls through dense forest vegetation.

World

Small but Fierce

October 16, 2026

A tiny new cat has been identified. It is called a tilcayo. Scientists introduced the species in a study on September 17. The discovery is exciting. It is the first new wild cat species found in more than 100 years. The…

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An animated scene shows a smiling cat in a tall striped hat with two children and a fish. A circular portrait of a child appears at the bottom right, with a kid reporter badge in the upper-right corner.

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The Cat is Back

October 16, 2026

Things get out of hand in The Cat in the Hat, now in theaters. The new adventure is based on the beloved Dr. Seuss characters. In the movie, Sebastian and his sister, Gabby, move to a new town. Gabby has…

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A colorful book cover featuring ants and flowers appears beside a smiling person wearing glasses. A kid reporter badge is in the upper-right corner.

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Ants Go Marching

October 16, 2026

A group of ants is searching for a new home. Seven Curious Ants, by JOOHEE YOON, tells the story of that big adventure. The ants are tired of doing heavy work. They want a home that is less cramped and…

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Kid in suit and blue cap sits smiling on Capitol steps.

Community

El objetivo de Zacky

October 9, 2026

Zacky Muñoz, de 14 años, es cuidadoso al comer. Tiene alergias. No puede comer ciertos alimentos. Incluso un poco puede enfermarlo. Comió sésamo por accidente en primer grado de la escuela primaria. Después de unos bocados, “Sabía que algo era…

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