Be the bearer of good news
The re-launch of BBC Newsround’s Press Pack is a fantastic opportunity for young people to help shape the programme
CBBC is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Newsround with the return of the Press Pack.
News hounders will be encouraged to be mini reporters on the ground; telling stories that matter to children, writing and producing articles to appear on the website, and even filming their own reports for a coveted slot in the bulletin.
Newsround says it wants as many children as possible to get involved, and hopefully develop their interest in the news as a result!
And it can be about anything that matters to them, whether it’s a big issue that they have experience of, or just something funny that has happened at their school.
Newsround’s Press Pack Scheme first ran from the ‘80s, with hundreds given the opportunity to attend redcarpet premieres, interview celebrities and be a voice for their generation.
Now it’s time for today’s youngsters to take their turn.
Editor of Newsround, Lewis James, says: “Being able to tell kids what’s in the news and why it matters is what Newsround is all about. But we also love to hear the news from our young viewers and what matters in their lives.
“We know that Press Pack was a valued part of Newsround for much of its history, and bringing it back opens up an opportunity for a new generation of children.
“So far we’ve heard from children about all the big issues of the day, from their thoughts on Ukraine to the skeleton of a crocodile that was found under one classroom floor.”
Anyone wishing to get involved can ask a teacher or parent to email the Press Pack office: newsroundpresspack@bbc.co.uk