Book Awards and skipping school for sport

Book Awards and skipping school for sport

Author: Fun Kids June 5, 2026 Duration: 30:47

This episode, Bex is joined by Week Junior writers Eve and Joe to explore the biggest stories from the latest issue, including:

  • The Week Junior Book Awards 2026: Find out which books made the shortlist, how judging works, and how YOU can vote for your favourite book cover and Children's Choice Award! Get all the voting details and your chance to win a big bundle of books.
  • A Teeny Octopus Discovery: Hear about the newly discovered, golf-ball-sized octopus off the Galápagos Islands, including its remarkable colour and name.
  • Big Debate: Is it okay to miss school for sport? With huge sporting events coming up, including the World Cup, the team tackles whether skipping class for sports is a good idea, and your opinions are wanted!

Get involved: Send your voice notes, share your opinions on the big debate, and tell us what you’ve been doing with The Week Junior! Visit funkidslive.com/theweekjunior or email hello@theweekjunior.co.uk.

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Ever wondered what happens when the curious minds behind a brilliant children's magazine get together for a chat? That's exactly the feeling you get with The Week Junior Show, a lively podcast from Fun Kids. It’s like being invited into the editorial room where the week's most interesting stories for young people are brought to life. Each episode, Bex is joined by different members of The Week Junior team, offering a genuine glimpse into how they choose and think about the news. They don't just report the facts; they dive into friendly debates on the big questions, share their personal favourite articles from the latest issue, and tackle that all-important segment, 'Real or Rubbish?', where they investigate whether a surprising report is credible or just a myth. This isn't a lecture; it's a conversation designed to spark curiosity and critical thinking in its audience. The tone is engaging and respectful, treating young listeners as the intelligent, capable thinkers they are. Tuning into this podcast is a fantastic way for families to connect over current events, or for any curious kid (or adult!) to understand the stories shaping their world in a fun, digestible format. It turns the week's headlines into a shared adventure.
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