New stories are added every Tuesday and Thursday, allowing kids to learn about diverse topics such as sea horses and the Napster controversy. Though the real thrill is in reading the book, Scholastic's site shares author information, discussion guides, and a reading circle. BBC's Learning English Area Combine language skills with current events. Polish your knowledge of Metaphors. Listen to broadcast stories and learn the definitions of Words in the News.
Interactive quizzes are also available.
Low and High tech versions are available. The reference section contains current events, libraries, museums, and a reference desk. The extracurricular areas for middle and high school students offer links for band, chess, and debate.