In the present era of technology, let’s look at some child-friendly ways to get into the habit of reading news on the web. Mentioned below are some age appropriate online options that are broken into sections covering knowledge, sports, news etc. These can give a child, an all-round perspective about current affairs and news.
Here There Everywhere
For Ages: 7+
Here There Everywhere is a good mix of news and storytelling. Designed for elementary and older school-aged children, the child-safe news website can be read by children alone or with a guardian. The news covers topics from health and education to offbeat pieces.
Time for Kids
For Ages: 8+
Quite a few of the news pieces in this website are written by kid reporters, so that’s something that can interest the ones who are keen to get into this field when they grow up. Articles are written in a clear, easy to understand language and are illustrated well.
The Learning Network
For Ages: 11+ and above
The Learning Network is a New York Times blog that follows news around the world and packages it for discussion for kids, parents and teachers. It is an invaluable resource for building not only awareness but also a questioning mind around the recent happenings in the world.
CNN Student News
For Ages: 11+ and above
The website is an accompaniment to the TV program for middle-school and high-school students. The TV program is a ten minute capsule covering the major events in the world. The news is produced by educators and journalists. The blog is also a good platform for all stakeholders who want to talk about education.
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Nick News
For Ages: 11+
Nick News offers discussions on world topics and is a very good educational platform for both children and teenagers. The TV show is the longest-running kids’ news show in television history and has collected 20 Emmy Awards during its run.
Tween Tribune
For Ages: all ages
Tween Tribune is a daily news sites for kids, tweens and teens. The news stories are thoughtfully divided for different age groups taking into consideration reading and comprehension levels. The stories are selected by professional journalists.
Headline Spot
For Ages: all ages.
Headline spot aggregates news from across the world, and it has a special section for kids and news they might be interested in.
Log into any of these and enhance your knowledge by leaps and bounds. Inculcating the habit of reading goes a long way in shaping up a person.