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“Extra! Extra! Read all about it! World Press Freedom Day is coming soon!”
Why celebrate World Press Freedom Day on May 3rd each year? Because having the “right” to “write” about events honestly and accurately in not something found in every country around the world. Writing freely means people—especially journalists and reporters—can express their ideas, opinions, and beliefs without fear of retribution. Discover how important “freedom of the press” is to preserving a democracy. Learn why it’s important to remember, honor, and celebrate the brave people who fought and sacrificed for the press to be free. Understand how to check and double check for accurate information on the internet. Put on your reporter’s cap, grab a pencil, and join Kid Scoop as we celebrate our right to write!
In this issue students will:
- read informational text about World Press Freedom Day celebrated on May 3rd
- select appropriate vocabulary words based on context clues
- write an article using newspaper format
- evaluate articles in the news as if the press were not free
- differentiate between fact and opinion
- write a letter to the editor
- learn about amendments to the Constitution
- go on a newspaper scavenger hunt to identify careers in journalism
- learn tips for careful internet research
- think about writing a book for kids
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