Kids Making a Difference

We’re shining a light on young people who are doing ordinary and extraordinary things to impact the world around them. Know someone who we should consider for a future Kid of the Month article? Submit their story to the editors for consideration.

Animal Welfare

Kid of the Month: Nirvaan Agarwal

Nirvaan Agarwal, 12, is an animal-rights advocate. Since he was 3, he’s been on a mission to stop the mistreatment of animals. “It’s never too early to help animals,” says Nirvaan, “or any cause.”

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Kindness

Spreading Joy

Teachers and students in California created a public art project for their community. Its positive message has attracted a global audience.

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Civic Engagement

Taking a Stand

Young entrepreneurs are inspiring lawmakers to change the laws around kid-run businesses

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Environment

Grow Your Own Garden

TFK Kid Reporter and TIME Kid of the Year honoree Ian McKenna shares his advice for starting a garden.

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Fundraising

A Good Goal

More than 1,600 artists entered the 2021 Youth with Refugees Art Contest, to raise money for sports programs for young refugees.

Health Literacy

Bringing Books

Maryland teenager Emily Bhatnagar started a book drive to help kids with cancer.

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Civic Engagement Environment

Youth Climate Case

Sixteen young people are suing the state of Montana. They say its support for fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and gas is driving climate change and ruining the environment.