Kids Korner by Julius Brown

By Julius Brown
Riser Elementary School

Hey there, young readers! Welcome to this week’s Kids Korner. We’ve got some exciting topics to cover, so let’s dive right in!

Changing Classes: A New Adventure

Many elementary students are starting to change classes this year. Why, you ask? Well, it’s because teachers are experts in certain subjects. For example, a math teacher might know English and science, but they’re super awesome at math. This helps you learn better because they know all the cool tricks to explain tricky math stuff!

This year, I’m taking eight classes: science, choir, math, ELA, band, ELA enrichment, and math enrichment. That’s a lot more than last year! Let’s look at some good and not-so-good things about changing classes:

Good stuff:

  • You get to stretch your legs and walk between classes.
  • Classes are shorter, which is great if you don’t like long lessons.

Not-so-good stuff:

  • You might have little time to get to your next class, especially if it’s far away.
  • With more teachers, you might end up with a few who aren’t as nice.

School Uniforms: Yay or Nay?

Now, let’s talk about school uniforms. I know, I know – most of you probably think there’s nothing good about them. But hear me out!

Good things about uniforms:

  • No one can bully you for what you’re wearing if everyone’s dressed the same.
  • Parents know exactly what clothes to buy for school.

Not-so-good things about uniforms:

  • There are lots of rules about what you can and can’t wear.
  • If your classroom is cold, you might not be able to wear your favorite jacket if it’s not in school colors.

Whether we like them or not, uniforms are here to stay in many schools. But remember, it’s what’s inside that counts!

This Week’s Hot Stuff

  • Fashion Alert: The latest shoes everyone’s talking about are Jordans, costing a whopping $180!
  • Music Corner: The top song this week is “Old Days” by Lil Durk.
  • Game Zone: Everyone’s playing “2K 25” – it’s the game of the week!
  • Sports Spotlight: Simone Biles is our top athlete, winning four gold medals and a silver medal. Go, Simone!
  • Meme of the Week: The “Rick Roll” is still going strong. Never gonna give you up, right?

That’s all for this week, kids! Keep learning, keep smiling, and we’ll see you next time in Kids Korner!
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