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News-O-Matic is the daily news app to inspire a love of nonfiction reading. 100+ new articles each month cover a range of high-interest topics for curious kids. Subjects include science, sports, world news, technology, arts, and entertainment. Reading current events empowers children to be critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and global citizens. Every story is written at multiple literacy levels for ages 6 to 14. News-O-Matic is always 100% ad-free. A child psychologist reviews each article to ensure emotionally safe and age-appropriate content. KEY FEATURES: • Complete translations by native speakers in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin • Full “Read to Me” story recordings in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin • Games, fun facts, and calls to action • Audio and kid-friendly definitions for challenging vocabulary • Interactive maps and an augmented reality (3D) globe • Chances to draw, ask questions, comment, and vote • Interviews with authors, scientists, and other experts • Citations to improve media literacy skills • Access to 10,000+ archived articles AWARDS: Teachers' Choice Award for the Classroom Winner, 2020 Digital Media Award North America Winner, 2018 – “Best Innovation to Engage Youth Audiences” Tech and Learning Award of Excellence, 2018 Parents' Picks Award Winner, 2018 World Young Reader Prize (Editorial) - World Association of Newspapers (WAN-IFRA) One of The Best News Sources for Kids “5 stars” - Common Sense Media kidSAFE® certified REVIEWS: “My son has finally been reading independently for the past two weeks. He looks forward to reading News-O-Matic every night!” – Melissa, mom of an 8-year-old "I love News-O-Matic! When I’m in school it’s my favorite thing to do. I even read it when I get home!" – Soyee, age 11 “The stories you write are amazing. It’s funny because I hate reading but yet I’m excited to see what you wrote." – Rae, age 8 “I have never come across a publication this effective in capturing the attention of the student and making them want to learn and understand more.” – LB, Elementary School Teacher “A terrific introduction to current events with unlimited potential for repeated use for kids” – Smart Apps For Kids “An ingenious app that condenses the daily news of the world and delivers it in perfectly kid-digestible form.” – Cool Mom Tech “It offers a window to the world and beyond.” – Parents’ Pick Awards SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS: • Subscription options include per month, per six months, or per year. • A free trial begins at start of subscription. Easy to cancel at any time. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • User can manage subscription & turn off auto-renewal by going to Account Settings after purchase. • No cancelation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. • Any unused portion of a free-trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. FOR EDUCATORS: Schools and districts looking to buy News-O-Matic through Apple’s Volume Purchase Program should buy News-O-Matic: School 2020-21. For more information visit www.newsomatic.org or contact support@press4kids.com for help or questions. Terms of Use: https://www.newsomatic.org/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://www.newsomatic.org/privacy/