Dogo newsCalls itself the “leading source for current events, news and non-fictional articles for kids and teachers." Key vocabulary words in articles are linked to dictionary entries. Articles often end with comprehension questions with critical thinking challenges.
Global Voices A website written, translated and curated by more than 800 citizen journalists and media experts. This offers an excellent resource offering local and often underreported, stories. Searchable by topic or region, the site is available in 43 languages.
KidpostKid-centric news site could use more comprehensive, timely content.
NewselaA great place to find current events that are leveled for all readers.
New York Times Learning Network
This site is perfect for fifth-grade students who are looking for news headlines or information on the most up to date current events.
Tween TribuneA daily news site for tweens. Each day they post links to the day's most compelling news from a tweens perspective. Stories chosen for TweenTribune are selected by tweens working closely with professional journalists. Tweens can submit links to stories they'd like to share, submit their own stories and photos, and comment on the stories they read.
Washington Post for Kids Ever seen your parents reading the Washington Post and wish you could too? Well, now you can!
YoungzineWritten for upper elementary through high school readers, covers current events around the world.