Current+Events+resources

Current Events

[|Youngzine] Youngzine Here is a safe, well-lit web site for children where they can learn about current events around the world without the bias, sensationalism and often inappropriate content in mainstream media.  Youngzine is a one-of-a-kind Web site where children can learn about current news and events shaping their world -- in a simple, engaging and interactive manner. Our goal is to help parents and educators create a vibrant community of globally aware young citizens in an increasingly connected world. Along with news stories written specifically with our young audience in mind, Youngzine strives to inform using fun trivia, compelling visuals and videos. Youngzine is more than a passive website; it is a //community// of children, parents and teachers who recognize the importance of living in this highly interconnected age where our actions have far reaching impact. Children are encouraged to express their views, submit articles, book reviews or travelogues, and all content is moderated by the editorial team. Teachers can create class sign to encourage dialogue. http://youngzine.org

[|Newsela] Allows for article Lexie to be changed for the reader.

[|Tweentribune] Smithsonian has a magazine for grades K-12 that will display in several lexile to fit the reader. The section for teachers has units based on content, common core and projects.

[|ReadWorks]