Recommended for: Ages 6 - 10
What We Like: Each issue is focused around a theme, and helps to answer all those questions that kids love to 'ask'! Also a great balance of text and pictures on each page.
Things to Know: 9 issues per year; check your local library to see if they subscribe.
Recommended for: Ages 3 - 7
What We Like: The magazine focuses on science, nature and the environment. It introduces kids to current topics and issues through the use of stories and activities.
Things to Know: 9 issues per year; may also be used in some classrooms.
Recommended for: Ages 6 - 12
What We Like: One of our favorite magazines! Each issue focuses in-depth on a science or social studies topic, engaging readers by using great photos, illustrations and interactive content.
Things to Know: 12 issues per year; sometimes difficult to find at libraries.
Recommended for: Ages 7 - 12
What We Like: Issues teach children about nature, helping the environment and outdoor adventure. Includes photos, puzzles, activities and great facts about animals.
Things to Know: 10 issues per year, and has online version with monthly activities, parent and teacher sections and sneak previews for upcoming month.
Recommended for: Ages 1 - 3
What We Like: Introduces babies and toddlers to the world of animals using stories, fingerplays and colorful photos. We love the details of the close-up pictures!
Things to Know: 10 issues per year; may be difficult to find at libraries or news stands.
Recommended for: Ages 3 - 7
What We Like: More than just animals that you'll find in your own backyard - this publication features all types of animals! Games, poems, stories and activities teach kids about nature.
Things to Know: 10 issues per year.