2286 days ago

KEA Kids News: Behind the scenes at NZ Book Awards

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In today's news, James Parker, 9, in Wellington gets the story behind the story that won big at the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults.

KEA Kids News is current affairs for kids by kids. Our young reporters find stories that connect with 7 to 11-year-olds to help tackle tough issues in ways you can share with your whole family. here.

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