The Week Junior is a brilliant current affairs magazine for children aged between 8 and 14. It’s filled with fascinating stories and information, written to engage curious young minds and encourage them to explore and understand the world around them.
Sunak’s plan to help NHS
NHS workers on strike
Air-pollution warning given across Bangkok
Hercules statue found in drain
IT’S AN AMAZING WEEK FOR…
Opera house ends oil company partnership
Creative protests
WORD OF THE WEEK
THIS WEEK IN HISTORY
Nadhim Zahawi is sacked
A huge charity shop opens
Rubik’s Cube fans compete
The UK loves a good story
Around the world
Is it ok for shops to raise prices? • Some say it is unfair for shops to charge a lot for popular items.
Future is bright for podcast star • Nine-year-old Jack Andrews wins podcast award.
A winner in the kitchen
Skater faces a challenge
Humans recognise ape gestures
Baboons walk on two legs
Sunny celandines glow in shady spots
Sand mining ban helps porpoise
Animal of the week
Good week
Bad week
How can you tell if an animal is feeling unwell?
Celebrate Maori history and culture • Waitangi Day in New Zealand is a celebration of Maori culture.
Famous Maori
Stars are disappearing before our eyes
Wake up and spot a comet
Photos of the week
Grand Slam success
A very happy Hewett
THE WEEK’S WINNERS…
Let’s connect to thrive • Healthy social connections are important and can boost your wellbeing.
Easy ways to connect
Take part in Children’s Mental Health Week
A festival of imagination • Dance, laugh, beatbox and bend your brain at this fun arts festival.
WIN! • Family tickets to see David Walliams’ Demon Dentist live on stage
Shake it out • SpongeBob SquarePants’ latest game is a cosmic adventure.
APP OF THE WEEK
VIDEO OF THE WEEK
WEBSITE OF THE WEEK
5 books to ease eco-anxiety • Worried about the environment? These books will put you in a positive mood.
The Tiger Who Sleeps Under My Chair
Hannah Foley • The Tiger Who Sleeps Under My Chair author on fossils and good light.
READERS RECOMMEND
Zipwiring • Enjoy a thrilling ride when you go…
HOW, WHAT, WHERE?
“IT HELPS ME FACE MY FEARS”
Bring your characters to life
Puzzles
The hopper that’s a whopper
Daredevil duo don’t look down
Crystal outfit is ready to glow
Cheese lovers get dreamy job
Editor’s note
CHARITY OF THE WEEK
A new world record
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Quiz of the week
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