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Amazing Kid: Teen Helps Break the Chains of Poverty Through Literacy

by Amy Hatch, Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:00PM

Riley Carney likes to go to the movies when she isn't writing novels or raising nearly $100,000 for her nonprofit organization. Credit: Wendy Carney

Riley Carney is just 16 years old, but she realized early on the link between literacy and ...

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Amazing Kid: Teen Gives Kids Access to Technology With Computer Recycling

by Amy Hatch, Posted Jun 14th 2010 5:00PM

Alexander Lin is believes that technology is a key component of eduction. That's why he created a program to give kids access to computers. Credit: Jason Lin

Alexander Lin is more than just a teenager interested in computers -- he transformed ...

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Amazing Kid: Teen Teaches Homeless Kids Food Basics With After-School Programs

by Amy Hatch, Posted Jun 11th 2010 3:00PM

Catherine Aker knows homelessness can happen to anyone. That's why she reaches out to help kids who live below the radar. Credit: Carolyn Aker

Catherine Aker may be just 16 years old, but she is wise enough to know that poverty and homelessness ...

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Amazing Kid: Girl, 11, Collects and Donates More Than 3,000 Pairs of Shoes

by Amy Hatch, Posted Jun 10th 2010 9:00AM

Olivia Wright, 11, says volunteering makes her feel good. Credit: Jennifer Wright

While most 11-year-olds are concerned with middle school politics and playing the hot new video game, Olivia Wright of Hendersonville, Tenn., is busy helping ...

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