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.
Ukrainians leave Mariupol for safety
Russian energy row
United Nations chief praises young people
Eid al-Fitr festival celebrated
IT’S AN AMAZING WEEK FOR…
People across the UK cast their votes
Northern Ireland picks its government
WORD OF THE WEEK
THIS WEEK IN HISTORY
New plays for drama exams
Girls join choir… at last
Long-lost ring unearthed
Empathy challenge launched
Around the world
Should plastic toys be banned? • Some people say toys should be made from traditional materials.
Space explorer • To the International Space Station… and beyond.
Baking by her dad’s side
A life of helping others
Sign up for 30 Days Wild
Natural numbers
See mayflies take to the sky
Understanding Down’s syndrome • Discover what causes this condition and what it’s like to have it.
Famous People with Down’s syndrome
UK robot championships
Japan’s robot engineer
Explore outer space without leaving Earth
Ancient kings were mostly veggie
Flavour-boosting e-chopsticks
Photos of the week
Mascots race to raise money
THE WEEK’S WINNERS…
Euro 2022 mascots
Make time to tell your story • Telling stories can help you understand emotions and reduce anxiety.
Two young story writers
Storytelling tips
The power of postcodes • Find your way around a fascinating exhibition.
Fun facts about the British postal system
Harry Styles to star at Big Weekend
THIS WEEK’S WATCH LIST
Good sports • Nintendo’s new game gets you moving in your home.
APP OF THE WEEK
WEBSITE OF THE WEEK
PODCAST OF THE WEEK
5 new books full of magic • These recent releases will take you on fantastic journeys to magical worlds.
Writes of Passage: Words to Read Before You Turn 13
Nicolette Jones • The Writes of Passage compiler reveals her favourite word.
READERS RECOMMEND
Magic tricks • Amaze and entertain your friends and family by performing…
HOW, WHAT, WHERE?
“IT HELPED ME MEET PEOPLE”
Make cornflake florentines
Puzzles
That’s unbelievable!
Editor’s note
CHARITY OF THE WEEK
Rescuing a pigeon
Childnet Film Competition
YOUR PHOTOS • We’d love to see your snaps. Send them to us at hello@theweekjunior.co.uk Don’t forget to tell us why you took them.
Teacher OF THE WEEK
POPJAM
THE WEEK’S Junior SHOW
Quiz of the week
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