Kids News - Articles with 400-600 Words

Madison Stump is an 11-year old, sixth-grader with a mission - To do all she can to save our planet. This passion, has led her to establish a successful eco-friendly business, PaperAgain. Below, (in Madison's own words) is how it all began . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

At the end of every decade, the officials at the Guinness Book of Records pick 100 of the best records in every category, and ask its readers to vote for their favorite one. Below are the results of some of the fun categories....

Dollhouses geared for collectors have traditionally always been crafted like traditional 'Victorian homes', complete with china plates and fine silverware. However, British designer Elaine Shaw is betting that enthusiasts of miniature homes are ready for something new - A house that resembles the way we live today, complete with all the latest amenities and accessories....

Today people all over the United States celebrate the life and legacy of Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., a civil rights leader who led the fight against racial segregation and discrimination, that permeated the United States in the early to mid 1990's....

For those of us living in California, earthquakes are a common occurence. However, thanks to stringent building codes and the fact that we can afford to abide by them, we are prepared, at least for the minor shakes....

With most of the East coast already blanketed in snow, it is difficult to believe that winter is just beginning in the Northern Hemisphere. For today, December 21st marks the first official day of winter. Often referred to as winter solstice, it is also the shortest day of the year....

While we have always known about the beautiful creatures that inhabit our oceans, they have usually been seen only by divers and marine scientists, brave enough to venture into the deep seas. However, now thanks to advanced cameras, they are able to share their discoveries with the rest of the world...

November 6th was a typical chilly, fall morning in Springville, New York. The cold blustery winds whipped our faces, but we did not care - For we, were about to witness the test of an exciting experiment - the launch of a stratosphere balloon!...

Like most teenagers, 12-year old Daniel and 15 year-old Isobel were a little careless about their electricity use.They often forgot to switch off the lights, unplug their laptops and left the central heating on, as they dashed out to school, each morning - However, that was all before the family took part in an unusual experiment conducted by British television station BBC One, for its science show 'Big Bang Theory'....