Hi. My name is Parker and I am the author and illustrator of a brand new comic series called, Unlikely Heroes, that will be published regularly in KiDS NEWS & REViEWS. I am 10 and a half years old and I play football and soccer. I have a dog named Kona and she plays with me. I also have a sister named Kennedy and we live with my mom and dad. That’s a little about me! My first comic strip is about a cat that saves a bird.
Ana discusses what a hero is. Children share their ideas of the people in their community whom they consider to be the everyday heroes.
Written by LORRIE HOLMES
For the launch of KiDS NEWS & REViEWS, we have created our editorial lineup around the theme of The Everyday Hero. We did so because it’s empowering. It focuses on selflessness, bravery, and respect. On doing things for the sole purpose of helping others while not expecting anything in return. Our mandate is to focus on what we have to offer our society instead of what is lacking. These are all the things we want our children to think about. As the editor and parent of KiDS NEWS & REViEWS, I’m wanting to keep our children’s voices proactive. Focusing them on what can be gained if they share their communication with each other, and with us adults – as both teachers and caregivers. Regardless of their ideas, thoughts and emotions, I encourage our kids to share them all. To fully express themselves by coming up with their own opinions and solutions. Not unlike us adults, kids also want to feel heard and understood. So let’s encourage them to lend us their voices, and even their hearts if we’re really lucky! As children write the content here, they will speak directly to each other. As editor, I am thrilled to work with them on shaping their stories to be emotionally intelligent, inspiring and honest. This will hopefully open up a whole new world of communication for them – and even for us adults – to help us better guide our youth in our ever changing world.