The Week Junior US

Introducing The Week Junior! It’s filled with fascinating stories and facts, written to engage children and encourage them to explore and understand the world around them. Every week, The Week Junior reports on an array of topics from around the globe, including animals and nature, science and technology, as well as sports, books, movies, and more!

Unrest erupts across France

France fact file

World’s oldest shipwreck found

Mars rover sets driving record

IT’S AN AMAZING WEEK FOR…

Rallies held to boost voter turnout

New voting record set

WORD OF THE WEEK • CANDY

THE WEEK IN HISTORY

Monument to women in Ohio

Rare dino fossil goes on view

Coins recognize working dogs

Wildlife crossing is major success

Around the world

Should adults dress up for Halloween? • Some grown-ups enjoy it, but others say they should let kids have all the fun.

A passionate storyteller • In a new picture book, R.J. Palacio brings a playful twist to Halloween.

Actor on a mission

Chess star takes title

OVERHEARD

Honoring a creature of the night

The origin of bats

New cat species is revealed

Good week / Bad week

Collared laughingthrush

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A joyful celebration and tradition • Discover how beloved ancestors are remembered on a special holiday.

First adult T. rex trackway found

T. rex was warm-blooded

Groundbreaking heart implant for UK girl

Smelling chocolate boosts workouts

A robot that can swim like a fish

Photos of the week • 2026 ASTRONOMY PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS

World Series matchup is set

A player’s special role

MLS teams deliver major thrills

COACH OF THE WEEK

MORE BIG MOMENTS

New game with 12 sports to play • A popular Nintendo franchise is back with competitions on land, air, and water.

Another game on a fun island

Beloved Halloween special turns 60

READER RECOMMENDS

3 MORE PICKS TO ENJOY THIS WEEK

Discovery at the Graveyard • To celebrate the release of Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2 by Jeff Kinney, The Week Junior teamed up with him to sponsor the Spooky Stories Writing Contest. The grand prize winner, chosen from more than 1,300 entries, is “Discovery at the Graveyard,” a story that “combines spookiness with humor,” said The Week Junior’s editorial director, Andrea Barbalich, who judged the contest with Kinney.

Celebrate the spooky season! • Try these ideas, recipes, and a creative craft to have an amazing Halloween!

Puzzles

That’s unbelievable!

Editor’s note

Treats for Troops

Making reading feel special

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