John Woo smiles. A forested hill surrounded by a city.

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I’m a Kid Reporter!

Meet John Woo. He describes what it’s been like being a Scholastic Kid Reporter for the past three years.

Dust storms. Super-tall skyscrapers. Endangered sea creatures. These are just a few of the topics I’ve written about.

I live in Seoul, South Korea. I moved from New Jersey three years ago, when I was 10.

I still miss the U.S., but I also really love living in Seoul. As a Kid Reporter, I’ve gotten to know the city by traveling around to report on different events.

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Seoul is the capital of South Korea.

When I have an idea, I pitch it, or suggest it, to my editor. Once I get the OK, my work begins. That includes research and interviews with experts.

I’m not sure what my next article will be. But if I could interview anyone, I’d choose a scientist who helped create a coronavirus vaccine. I’d love to talk to someone who helped save the world!

If you want to be a Kid Reporter, here’s some advice. Be curious, always look for good stories, and stay informed by reading news articles. Maybe I’ll see you on the team next year!

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