An educational program founded by a third grade teacher, Kid Scoop teachers more than basic academics. It was created to inspire students to participate as citizens. Kid Scoop is guided by a belief that the First Amendment may be our most important Amendment – that in order for democracy to truly function all must participate-- not only as voters; but even earlier young people can contribute through community service and making their voices heard in appropriate forums.

Kid Scoop started by promoting the use of the newspaper in the classroom -- making education relevant, interesting and effective. The first Kid Scoop project was a children’s page for the newspaper. This page, called Kid Scoop“invites” young people into the newspaper with pencil-grabbing, interactive, curriculum-based activities. Activities on the page direct students to other parts of the paper and, in the process, they learn more about their local community.

Each week, Kid Scoop brings students an educational activity page with interactive games, activities and puzzles in an award-winning fun-filled page that is now published in 350 newspapers.Teachers use the page in schools to promote standards-based learning and parents use the Kid Scoop materials to foster academic success, a joy of learning and family discussions.

Althea provided the support to expand the vision of connecting educational activities to the community by funding the establishment of the Kid Scoop Foundation as well as an annual writing award that promotes great writing skills, literacy and education among 9 to 12 year olds.

http://www.kidscoop.com/