Category: Kids News

Until recently, the Nuremburg Zoo in Germany was home to a young Carpathian lynx named Chapo. He was raised in captivity, but yearned to be free. Chapo tried to escape so many times, that the zoo finally released him to the wild. They can track Chapo by his collar, making sure he stays safe.

Some people can make cakes, that look like anything. But other people can make beans, that taste like anything! Soybeans are used to make tofu, which can be used in place of meat or eggs, or all on its own! It’s World Tofu Day, so go vegetarian for the day, and eat tofu instead.

Today is Aunt And Uncle Day. You might be an aunt or uncle to someone older than you! An aunt or uncle is your mom or dad’s sister or brother, but the name can also be for anyone who is special to you. Send them a message about how great they are!

Bagels for breakfast, lunch and dinner are on today’s menu, because it’s National Bagelfest Day! The chewy bread comes in many flavors, and you can top them with just about anything. It’s also Coffee Milkshake Day. You can have your coffee and bagels like the grown-ups, but your coffee will be cold and supersweet!

Today is Get Gnarly Day. Be like a surfer attacking a gnarly wave, and tackle something fun and exciting. How about talking in an elevator? Did you ever notice how quiet people are, in an elevator? Since today is Talk In An Elevator Day, say hi and smile, and make someone happy!

Nick Manning organized an audience of 1,026 people, to set a new world record for the most people gathered in one place, while wearing underwear on their heads. Nick also holds records for putting on 10 pairs of underwear in 30 seconds, 23 pairs in 30 seconds, and 44 pairs in 1 minute.

Every 8-10 years, airlines are required to replace the life vests on their planes. The life jackets were never used, but they expire for safety reasons. United Airline’s Boeing 737 fleet alone, replaces 19,000 life vests-per-year. United teamed up with fashion company B2L, to upcycle the expired life jackets into backpacks and travel-themed bags.

Last Sunday, was the hottest day ever recorded on Earth. That record lasted a whole day. On Monday, the global average temperature, reached 62.87 degrees Fahrenheit, or 17.15 degrees Celsius. That might not sound that hot, but that’s the average including the Arctic and Antarctica, and half the world is in the middle of winter.

Plastic pollution in the ocean, harmful chemicals from sunblocks, or rising water temperatures of only 2-4 degrees Fahrenheit, can cause coral reefs to eventually die. 3D printers, could help repair damaged reefs. Researchers scan coral reefs, and print ceramic pieces, to restore the environment. Then new coral can grow on the man-made reef sections.

Are you ready to ride around in circles? It’s Carousel Day! Your merry-go-round might have horses, or it could have tigers and ostriches. Pick your favorite, listen to the calliope music, and wave to everyone! Afterwards, celebrate Hot Fudge Sundae Day. Ice cream tastes better topped with gooey chocolate, whipped cream, and a cherry!