Even Trump And Biden Would Agree That Kids Can Learn A Lot From The Election
Is the US presidential election just a competition between two people who will do and say anything to win? It sure seems like it at times. That’s why we at Xyza: News for Kids decided to do something different. Instead of giving more virtual air time to the two presidential candidates, we decided to create a series of election-related articles and videos to support at-home and in-school discussions about the history, context, and significance of the US election. Check it out!
Video: Can astronauts vote from space? Answering questions about who and where someone can vote might be a bit daunting if you don’t know the nuances yourself. Get all of your “Who Can Vote” questions answered by watching this video.
Video: Slogans have become an integral part of the presidential campaigning process, but not all slogans are created equal. Good slogans win voters and ultimately the presidency … bad slogans don’t. This video highlights some winning slogans and why they worked so well.
Video: Is there a winner or loser when it comes to presidential debates? Perhaps—but a “win” at a debate doesn’t automatically mean a victory on Election Day.
Video: Want to be president of the United States one day? Great! Check out this video and learn what it takes to get to the White House!
Video: Presidents … they’re just like us! Check out what US presidents were like as kids.
Article: In some countries, Election Day is a national holiday, but that’s not the case in the United States. This article explores the question: Should Election Day be a holiday in the United States?
Article: In the United States, Election Day is on a Tuesday, but many countries hold their election on the weekend. Check out why Tuesday works for the United States.
Article: Ever wonder whether or not Queen Elizabeth can vote? Or whether or not women are allowed to vote in Saudi Arabia? Or how many people vote in the United States? The answers may surprise you!
Xyza: News for Kids connects kids to what’s happening in the world by sharing interesting and relatable news stories, asking thought-provoking questions, and offering engagement opportunities through a Junior Reporter program. Go to www.xyzanews.com to learn more!
