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IndyKids

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A progressive newspaper for children.

Time Periods: 21st Century, 2001-
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indiekidsIndyKids is a free newspaper and teaching tool that aims to inform children on current news and world events from a progressive perspective and to inspire a passion for social justice and learning. It is geared toward kids in grades 4 to 8 and high school English Language Learners. IndyKids is produced five times during the school year.

IndyKids believes that it is the people, through grassroots organizations and movement-building, who make social change, and aims to engage young kids to understand that they can form their own opinions and become part of the larger movement for justice and peace.

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