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.
Protests rock Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan profile
Huge sea dragon fossil discovered in the UK
Djokovic wins Australia court case
IT’S AN AMAZING WEEK FOR…
Statue protesters not guilty
Where is the statue?
WORD OF THE WEEK
THIS WEEK IN HISTORY
Jubilee events announced
Northern lights seen in UK
Rare brown booby spotted
“Polar Preet” makes history
Around the world
Should Covid vaccine recipes be shared? • Some people say rich countries are hogging Covid-19vaccines.
An adventure in uncharted land • Lucy Shepherd talks about her latest expedition.
Flying to a new record
Old elephants keep young calm
Better living together
NEW YEAR ECO RESOLUTIONS
France bans plastic packaging
Gilbert’s potoroo
Why does a snail leave slime?
Empowering young people in Wales • Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Urdd Gobaith Cymru.
Ancient mummy digitally “unwrapped”
The Capuchin Catacombs
Giant of the ancient oceans uncovered
Spacecraft snaps a Mars selfie
Chameleon car that can change colour
Photos of the week
Surprising wins in FA Cup
First FA Cup final
THE WEEK’S WINNERS…
Be more body confident • Accepting and caring for your body is really important for your wellbeing.
Be aware on social media
Top tips for feeling good
Your new favourite hero • El Deafo is based on Cece Bell’s graphic novel.
Three deaf actors
Mysterious star wins award
FILM CLUB • A sequel to this fun musical is coming soon.
THIS WEEK’S WATCH LIST
Brain games are back • Pit your wits against the Big Brain Academy.
5 books about architecture • Build up your knowledge with these great books about design and construction.
When the War Came Home
Lesley Parr • The When the War Came Home writer reveals her cuddly dragon tradition.
READERS RECOMMEND
Birdwatching • Flock to a garden, park or window and enjoy nature by…
HOW, WHAT, WHERE?
“IT IS FUN AND RELAXING”
Puzzles
That’s unbelievable!
Writer’s note
CHARITY OF THE WEEK
Becoming an activist
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Teacher OF THE WEEK
POPJAM
THIS WEEK Junior SHOW
Quiz of the week
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