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Classes start again in Scottish schools

It's back to school for millions of pupils in Scotland, as some head back to see their friends in primary school and some are moving on to secondary school. From tips, to votes and quizzes - here's what you need to know!

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Why do thunderstorms happen after hot weather?

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Emma Raducanu beats tennis great Serena

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Do you prefer watching TV or streaming online?

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Beachgoers warned of sewage risk at some UK beaches

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Giant Moon rocket preps for blast-off

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What's Afghanistan like a year on from Taliban takeover?

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Inflation: Why are things getting more expensive?

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Elon Musk jokes he might buy Man United

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Zoos enjoy bumper summer of babies!

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Sir David's new show is all about the British Isles

Your Planet

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Japan beachgoers told to keep away from dolphins

Ed Sheeran, BTS, Taylor Swift

Whose music do you enjoy watching online?

Train taking people across the new border.

What was the Partition of India?

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Can you guess Strictly star from their doggy codename?

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Have you ever seen a squirrel 'splooting'?

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Weather warnings issued across the UK

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Rose Ayling-Ellis reveals first Barbie with hearing aids

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Europe fires have burnt area fifth of size of Belgium

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What was the Peterloo massacre?

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German cats freed after mini-lockdown

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Young boy becomes the new voice of Blackpool Tower!

Tom Holland

Tom Holland takes social media break for 'mental health'

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UK heatwave is over - what has the impact been?

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Back to school for pupils in Scotland

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Gymnastics gold for Jessica Gadirova

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Scientists discover tiny dino the size of a cat!

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Top tips for saving water this summer

Why a drought can mean problems for firefighters

Why a drought can mean problems for firefighters

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Helen Skelton is the final celeb to join Strictly line-up

Eurovision 2023 UK city shortlist announced!

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Shanequa has your Wednesday Newsround. It's back to school for children in Scotland, so we hear from some of you about returning to class and there's some top tips for anyone starting secondary school. We also have this week's environmental news in Your Planet, and check out the whales who decided to say hello to some paddleboarders!

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Quiz: What type of 'back to schooler' are you?

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Back to school: Three traditions from around the world

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What to expect when you start high school

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Top tips for starting secondary school

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Top tips to avoid being sleepy at school!

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Celebs' top tips on starting secondary school

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Should parents share school uniform pictures online?

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Starting high school with a disability

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Top tips if you're starting a new school

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Your emoji-tions on the first day of high school!

Could you master Year 7?

Quiz: Could you master Year 7?

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What to know if you're getting ready for high school

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How to get off to a good start this school year

Secondary School

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'When it's a Friday don't get excited'

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Guess the celebrity schoolbag

Tie Girl?

Struggling with your new school tie?

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Quiz: What'll be your top subject?

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Press Pack: Top reporter tips

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What can be done to tackle air pollution?

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'I raise money by climbing my stairs'

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Meet the kids with a croc under their classroom!

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‘Diverse books are important all year around’

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Jacqueline Wilson reveals all about 'magical' new book

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Top tips: How BBC reporters spot fake news

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Jurassic World Dominion cast and director talk to Press Packers

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'I never thought Joe Wicks would come to our school!'

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'Forest Eye' seen from the sky

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How alpacas are helping pupils with autism

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'Why we love our Afro hair!'

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What is Press Pack and how do I take part?

Let's Talk About Sexism

Let's Talk About Sexism!

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Empire and Me: A Newsround Special

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Our Queen - A Newsround Special

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Let's Talk About Periods!

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Young, Black and British - Hear Us: A Newsround Special

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Fiji: On the Climate Change Frontline

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Inside My Head: Taking Control of My Anxiety

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Newsround in South Korea: What's life like there?

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Finding My Family - Partition

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Inside My Head: Mental Health

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Defending the Rhino

Is Tech Taking Over?

Is Tech Taking Over?

Brothers and Sisters: A Newsround Special

Brothers and Sisters

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Hiroshima: A Newsround Special

The Japanese tsunami five years on

The Japanese Tsunami Five Years On

Being Me

Being Me: Body Confidence

Growing Up Black in America

Growing Up Black in America

America vs Food

America v Food

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How to Make Friends on Planet Earth

Frontline Families

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Children of Kabul: An Uncertain Future

Our Cyberbullying special

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Typhoon Haiyan: Surviving the Typhoon

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Nelson Mandela: Newsround in South Africa

Hard Times

Hard Times: The Recession

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My Dyslexic Mind

Luis Suárez and Patrice Evra

Racism in Football

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Up And Away: Starting Secondary School

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Behind Closed Doors: Dealing with Domestic Violence

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Afghanistan: Growing Up in a War Zone

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Living in Care: The Real Tracy Beaker

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My Autism and Me

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Internet Safety: Caught in the Web

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Alcoholism: Living with Alcohol

Quiz: Have you been following this week's news?

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Platinum Jubilee: How well do YOU know the Queen?

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Which superhero are you?

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How well do you know our oceans?

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What strange gifts do you buy for a Queen?

Ant and Dec

How much do you know about Ant and Dec?

Try our Mega Animals Quiz

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Try our solar system quiz!

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Can you name the seven natural wonders of the UK?

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How much do you know about Lord of the Rings?

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Which dinosaur are you?

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How well do you know your equines?

Strictly Come Dancing

How well do you know your Strictly dances?

Which Star Wars character are you?

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Test your Marvel and DC superhero skills!

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Can you name the tree?

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Quiz: How well do you know your coins?

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Which animal are you?

QUIZ!

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Do you know your cash?

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