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Michigan Wins Big

April 7, 2026

The University of Michigan Wolverines won the 2026 NCAA men’s basketball title on April 6, defeating the University of Connecticut (UConn) Huskies. It’s Michigan’s first national title since 1989. The win concluded the NCAA Division I tournament—the March Madness tournament—…

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A long blue city bus drives down a wet street in a busy urban area.

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Buses Go Electric

April 2, 2026

Most buses rely on diesel fuel, which pollutes the air. Some cities are turning to electric buses. Madison, Wisconsin, introduced a fleet of them in 2024. The city will save “roughly a quarter-million gallons of diesel fuel per year,” its…

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Human Nature

April 2, 2026

City parks. Meadows. Farmland. These outdoor spaces can define a community. They’re places to work. They’re also places to unwind and connect with neighbors. And they’re in trouble. Issues such as heat, drought, and flooding threaten many of these places.…

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Paralympic Pro

March 19, 2026

“Being born with a disability, I was growing up in the hospital,” says Zach Miller. The two-time Paralympian spoke with TIME for Kids on March 4, before the 2026 Winter Paralympics, in Italy. There, more than 650 athletes, each with…

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Fiery Meteor

March 18, 2026

A sonic boom occurred over Ohio on March 17, shaking buildings and startling people and pets. The sound was caused by a six-foot meteor exploding in the sky. Bill Cooke, a NASA spokesperson, confirmed the event to News5 Cleveland. According…

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Kid Reporter Alumni Spotlight: Avery Stone

March 18, 2026

Every year since 2000, our editors have selected a team of students to report for TIME for Kids. Nothing brings us more joy than seeing former TFK Kid Reporters pursue their goals. Take Avery Stone, from Rhode Island. As a…

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Science

Frozen Hope

March 4, 2026

There are 8 billion people on the planet. By 2050, there will be nearly 10 billion. For other species, the future is less certain. The Center for Biological Diversity says about 30% of known species could go extinct by 2050.…

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A freestyle skier flips upside down in midair over a snowy course during a competition.

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At the Winter Games

February 20, 2026

The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games began on February 6. They played out across venues in Northern Italy until February 22. Around 2,900 athletes from around the world competed for Olympic gold. At press time, the medal tally was…

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A scuba diver in an orange suit swims underwater beside a large bundle of tangled fishing nets.

Environment

Haunted Waters

February 19, 2026

There are warm ocean waters and beautiful views on the western coasts of Greece. But the area has a problem. Many of its beaches are cluttered with metal, plastic, and fishing nets. The trash comes from abandoned fish farms.…

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A TIME for Kids book titled Amazing Athletes appears next to large text reading “Book Bites,” with illustrated sports balls like a basketball, football, baseball, tennis ball, and soccer ball.

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Book Bites: Amazing Athletes

February 12, 2026

These facts come from the pages of TIME for Kids books, which help curious kids learn more about their favorite topics. With the 2026 Winter Olympics underway, let’s dive into some cool facts about athletes. LEBRON JAMES is widely regarded…

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A group of skiers wearing numbered race bibs climb uphill on skis, using poles to move across a snowy mountain slope.

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What Is Skimo?

January 29, 2026

When you think of skiing, you probably picture going downhill. But the sport of skimo, short for ski mountaineering, involves going uphill, too. It’s the only new sport at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Skimo is an emerging sport, with competitions…

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A colorful graphic shows a TIME for Kids book called “Big Cats, Small Cats” next to the text “Book Bites,” in yellow with a purple ball of yarn under it.

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Book Bites: Big Cats, Small Cats

January 29, 2026

These facts come from the pages of TIME for Kids books, which help curious kids learn more about their favorite topics. Dig your claws into these fun facts about cats! The TIGER is the world’s biggest cat. It can weigh…

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Kim Rides Again

January 22, 2026

In 2022, U.S. snowboarding superstar Chloe Kim became the first woman to have won two Olympic gold medals in the halfpipe event. Soon, she’ll compete for her third. Kim spoke with TIME’s Sean Gregory as she prepared for the 2026…

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Graphic:a tablet screen with the title “StoryKind: We’re the Storytelling Kind” On each side of the tablet are large circular portraits of two women and a “TIME for Kids: Kid Reporter” badge appears in the top right corner.

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Spotlight on Stories

January 22, 2026

StoryKind is a new podcast. It was created to encourage young people to read and write. It was launched in January. Each 15-minute episode is available on podcast platforms. The podcast is hosted by Kate DiCamillo and Kelly Yang. They’re…

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New Classics

December 31, 2025

From TV shows to fashion, hits from the 1980s and’90s are popular again. Game companies are getting in on the trend, too. New and upcoming video games are inspired by the old-school arcade experience. They’re packed with kooky colors and…

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Arts

Smile for the Camera

December 12, 2025

Animals can be majestic. But they can also be silly. The annual Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards celebrate these silly moments. This year’s winners were announced at a ceremony in London, England, on December 9. The contest is open to…

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Community

Zacky’s Mission

December 10, 2025

Zacky Muñoz, 13, has severe allergies to certain foods. Eating even a tiny bit of one of these can make him sick. In first grade, he ate a breadstick made with sesame. It was accidental. After just a few bites,…

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