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Kid Inventions Take on the CoronaVirus!
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” – Mr. Rogers That is exactly what many kids from around the world have done in recent months to help stop the coronavirus….
Sean Stutman – A 5 Year Old Geography Superstar Rises Above!
Sean Stutman is, in many ways, a very typical 5-year-old boy. He loves to play with cars and blocks. He loves to hang out with his siblings and friends. He loves any sport with a ball. He does his chores every day just like his brothers and sister. He loves to read and, occasionally, watch…
Paris Williams – 1st Grader Launches “Paris Cares” Foundation to Feed Hungry
Paris cares. Paris Williams, a 6-year-old girl from St. Louis, Missouri is helping feed lots of people in her community and has big plans to do more! While reading a book (One Boy’s Magic) about helping the homeless, she asked her parents how she could help. They discussed different ideas and decided to start creating…
A World of Difference – Great Quotes for Kids About Diversity and Tolerance
Everyday, our classrooms, neighborhoods and communities become more diverse (or different). People from different countries, cultures, religions and with unique abilities, religions and beliefs continue to spread out around the world. Different skin colors, languages, physical abilities and clothes are some of the types of diversity that we experience every day. How we respond to this diversity will…
Great Quotes for Kids About Optimism and Positive Thinking
Optimism is the way you see and think about what is happening around you and to you. It is looking for the good in each situation. It is expecting things to go well. It is thinking good thoughts even when things are going bad. It is having hope and faith. It is believing that you…
John O’Leary – How A 9 Year Old Burn Survivor Rose from the Ashes
When he was 9 years old, John O’Leary, from St. Louis, Missouri, was playing in his garage when his parents weren’t home. He lit a match then put it in a gas can to see what would happen. It created a big explosion and set him on fire. John was burned, severely, over 95% of…
Some Good Quotes (SGQ)! – A Cure for the Quarantine Blues!
You and/or your parents may have watched some of the new video series Some Good News. It was created during quarantine by actor John Krasinski. It focuses on all the good stuff people are doing during the COVID-19 pandemic to make the world a better place. If you have not already seen it, you should…
Dude Perfect – An Empire Built Upon Faith, Friendship, Fortitude and Fun!
You may have heard of Dude Perfect. They are 5 guys who have figured out to make crazy tricks shots and have fun for a living! Not bad, right? They are so good at what they do, they have one of the top 10 channels on YouTube. It all sounds really good. But their real story…
Great Friendship Quotes for Kids
Friendship is one of life’s greatest gifts. Unlike some things, like your bedtime, your friends are your choice. Starting a new friendship can be exciting, but building a great friendship takes work! Being a TRUE friend means: Being helpful Sticking up for your friend Supporting them Listening well Sharing with them Being honest Here are…
Jennifer Bricker – Gymnast Born Without Legs Shows That 'Everything is Possible'
The story of Jennifer Bricker is one of the most amazing ones we have have ever featured on IMK! It is full of both great life lessons and great surprises. It is a story everyone should know. Jennifer was born in Romania without any legs. She was later adopted by a loving American family, the Bricker’s, and…
