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.
Tributes paid to Mikhail Gorbachev
What is the Soviet Union?
UK charities raise millions for Pakistan
Serena Williams’ final match
IT’S AN AMAZING WEEK FOR…
Liz Truss is new Prime Minister
Becoming Prime Minister
WORD OF THE WEEK
THIS WEEK IN HISTORY
Swimming cap ban lifted
Cyclists control traffic lights
Money sells for more money
Bristol Zoo closes after 186 years
Around the world
Is it fair to ban Russian culture? • Some places will no longer host Russian music, dance and films.
Football player scores eco goal • Meet the teen who plants trees when he scores.
The doctor on horseback
Teacher’s free uniform idea
Save our ladybirds, study says
Large blue butterfly boost
Swallows fly south for winter
The house at the heart of power • Step through the black door and discover its surprising secrets.
Three famous political residences around the world
Poo transplants approved
Toilet-to-tap system planned
Photos of the week
Bog snorkelling superstars
Strange sports
THE WEEK’S WINNERS…
Learn to reach the stars • Setting goals can make you feel confident and help turn dreams into reality.
What is the WOOP method?
What to do when the going gets tough
Cars from the past • Experience the thrill of motor racing and the atmosphere of the past.
Car museums around the UK
Great British Bake Off returns
THIS WEEK’S WATCH LIST
Dreamlight Valley • Discover Disney’s new magical game
APP OF THE WEEK
PODCAST OF THE WEEK
CHANNEL OF THE WEEK
5 new school stories • Get in the mood for term time with these entertaining books, all set in schools.
And Everything Will Be Glad to See You
Duathlon event • Have fun running and cycling when you sign up for a…
HOW, WHAT, WHERE?
“IT MAKES ME FEEL INVINCIBLE!”
Excel at spelling
Puzzles
Bumpy slide reopens twic
Gravy wrestling back with a splash
Very old royal underwear found
Monkey makes emergency call
Editor’s note
CHARITY OF THE WEEK
Willows-tastic Winners!
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