"When you are young, you’re naturally curious about the world and everything in it. But the world seems made for grown-ups; complex and unknowable. That’s why we’ve created The Week Junior. It explains the news and events in ways that children understand; immediate, colourful, exciting. From news to nature, science to geography, and sport to books, The Week Junior explores an extraordinary array of topics from around the globe. Written to engage a young person’s point of view, without spoon-feeding or patronising, it explains events in a safe, accessible and inspiring way."
King takes a break due to illness
Counsellors of State
US air attacks target sites in Middle East
Women make Grammys history
IT’S AN AMAZING WEEK FOR…
Northern Ireland Assembly returns
Turbulent times
WORD OF THE WEEK
THIS WEEK IN HISTORY
Sheep warm Welsh homes
Story bus for Ukrainian kids
Runaway monkey found
Survey reveals mental health barriers
Around the world
Is it ok to keep an exotic pet? • Some people think they should be left in their native habitat.
The creative mind studying science • Maya Hanspal on the qualities that push her on.
Star of second-hand style
Reading for old friends
THEY SAID IT!
Tiny ants can change lions’ diets
A floating ant invasion
Rooks flock together to nest
Research sheds light on hedgerows
Rosy-faced lovebird
Good week
Bad week
What is the most sociable animal at the zoo?
Where are rainforests in the UK? • There are wild, lush forests in the west waiting to be explored.
Fascinating creatures living in UK rainforests
Growing fresh food in space
A little helicopter’s last flight
New treatment helps boy hear for first time
Green spaces strengthen bones
The camera that sees like an animal
Celebrating an important event • The Week Junior welcomed students to a special workshop for Children’s Mental Health Week.
Gold for Team GB teenagers
Gladiator Games
THE WEEK’S WINNERS…
Love your mates • Friendships are important, so show your pals how much you value them.
Seven ways to make your friend feel fab
“I love my best friend”
Fun films for half-term • There are some wild adventures on offer in the cinema.
Three new shows to stream at home
5 books about women in science • Reads to celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science on 11 February.
How to Say No to Your Phone
Lindsay Hassock • The author tells The Week Junior what he likes doing away from his phone.
READERS RECOMMEND • Name: Jemma
Join the club! • Some of the best sports games to play on mobile devices.
PODCAST OF THE WEEK
VIDEO OF THE WEEK
WEBSITE OF THE WEEK
How to write an ode
Puzzles
That’s unbelievable!
Editors’ note
CHARITY OF THE WEEK
Fundraising for joy • Name: Emily
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YOUR PHOTOS
Teacher OF THE WEEK
READERS RESPOND
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Quiz of the week
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