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.
UN calls for aid for Pakistan floods
Pakistan in numbers
NASA Moon rocket launch delayed
Teen’s record-breaking flight
IT’S AN AMAZING WEEK FOR…
Household energy bills to go up
Europe’s energy crisis
WORD OF THE WEEK
THIS WEEK IN HISTORY
Edinburgh tidies its streets
Winnie the wallaby found
Police car’s parking ticket
Return of Notting Hill Carnival
Around the world
Should homework be banned? • Homework supports learning say some, but others disagree.
Dr Alex’s ways to a better day • Dr Alex George’s new mental health handbook.
Indian star sets new goal
Ukrainian aces A-levels
Study shows dogs cry with joy
Dogs relax to classical music
Blackberries are ready to eat
A new look at giant Jupiter
The many moons of Jupiter
Photos of the week
Triathletes celebrate Collins Cup
THE WEEK’S WINNERS…
British stars
Build your cheerleading team • Create your own personal support squad in your imagination.
They are always with you
Who’s on your team?
Wales opens its doors • Discover hidden treasures and fascinating places across Wales this September.
Other Open Door events across the UK
Cinemas hit by money worries
THIS WEEK’S WATCH LIST
Back to school apps • Websites and apps can help you learn, focus and stay on track.
5 stories inspired by the past • Step back into history with these tales based on people from times gone by.
The Elemental Detectives
Patrice Lawrence • The Elemental Detectives author talks about myths, monsters and biscuits.
READERS RECOMMEND
Practise yoga • Stretch , pose and boost your happiness when you …
HOW, WHAT, WHERE?
“IT HELPS ME CALM DOWN”
Polish your shoes
Puzzles
That’s unbelievable!
Editor’s note
CHARITY OF THE WEEK
My swimming challenge
A poetry prize inspired by a code-cracking hero
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Teacher OF THE WEEK
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Quiz of the week
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