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Oct. 25, 2021, 5:31 a.m.

News Wrap: FDA on verge of approving vaccines for 5-11 year olds

Summary

Pfizer announced that its low-dose COVID vaccine is nearly 91 percent effective in 5- to 11-year-olds. A federal jury in New York has convicted Lev Parnas, a former associate of Rudy Giuliani, of making illegal campaign contributions. Actor Alec Baldwin expressed shock and sadness after a fatal shooting on a movie set in New Mexico.

Five Facts

  • Who may be eligible for the COVID vaccine within coming days or weeks?
  • What is a vaccine booster, and why are they recommended?
  • What are Democratic members of Congress negotiating this week?
  • Which country did President Biden say the U.S. would help defend if it were attacked by China?
  • Why did activists and protesters turn out last week around the world to demand more action to curb climate change?

Focus Questions

Do you think schools should strongly encourage or mandate (require) vaccinations for students age 5-11 once a vaccine has been approved for those ages? Why or why not? Media literacy: Was there an item in this news wrap that didn't make sense to you, or that you wish had been covered in more detail? If so, what?

For More

Can you think of a way to encourage younger kids to get vaccinated, or think of ways to help them feel comfortable with the vaccination? You can use this lesson plan to help think through ways to get your community vaccinated, including young kids.

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