In a world where screens are taking over, magazines can be a fun alternative to give our kids' eyes a rest. There are all kinds of educational/teacher-recommended magazines you can subscribe to that your kids will love. Here is a list of 25 of our favorite magazines for kids to start reading today!
1. National Geographic Kids

We all know and love the adult version of National Geographic with inspiring and riveting stories and images of various cultures and animals around the world. Help your kids discover these same wonders with a subscription filled with fun activities and a range of topics.
Learn more: nationalgeographic.com
2. Sports Illustrated Kids

Does your kid love sports and nutrition? Or maybe you're hoping to inspire them to grab a ball and play outside? Regardless, this sports magazine has the latest updates on athletes, health, and fun articles to learn about the life and experiences of sports players presented in a kid-friendly way.
Learn more: sikids.com
3. The Week Junior

This educational magazine has tons of engaging stories for girls and boys regarding current events and daily life. You can use this magazine as a tool for reading practice and a source for open and educational discussions at the dinner table.
Learn more: theweekjunior.com
4. Muse Magazine

This magazine subscription is your kid's ticket to all things science and crafts-related. The weekly publication includes compelling storytelling, science experiments, and engaging activities for your kids to try at home!
Learn more: shop.cricketmedia.com
5. Animal Tales

This colorful magazine is perfect for all animals lovers. Get your fix of all the adorable puppies and kittens you and your kids desire with cute animal photos on every page and simple easy to read stories filled with inspiration and interactive games.
Learn more: magazines.com
6. Chop Chop

This cooking magazine for kids is the perfect gift for you little foodie. Each issue has recipes, fascinating articles, and high-quality photos to get your mouth drooling and your kids experimenting in the kitchen! Grab a subscription (and a fork) and dig in!
Learn more: chopchopfamily.org
7. Spider

This learner-friendly magazine is filled with reading comprehension activities and age-appropriate content for your little fiction fans to get wrapped up in. There is poetry, short stories, and colorful comics to captivate your kid's imagination and improve their reading skills.
Learn more: shop.cricketmedia.com
8. Highlights for Children

This magazine's motto is "fun with a purpose" and boy are they right! This subscription has it all, from brain games to in-depth articles about various explorative topics that inspire critical thinking and wonder. Your kids can also send in their writing to possibly be featured in a future issue!
Learn more: shop.highlights.com
9. Ladybug

This cricket magazine is an excellent gift subscription to read along with your kids. With sweet stories and fun content, this classic publication makes reading an exciting part of your kids' everyday life.
Learn more: shop.cricketmedia.com
10. Ranger Rick Jr.

This magazine comes from the National Wildlife Federation and is full of stories of outdoor adventures, seasonal crafts, animal facts, and more! Each issue has a wide range of content regarding all things nature with stories of wild animals and activities to do as a family.
Learn more: rangerrick.org
11. Disney Princess Magazine

This magazine subscription is the perfect gift for any princess-obsessed girl or boy. Each issue has precious stories featuring all your child's favorite princesses, games, and craft ideas to bring a little magic and wonder into your house.
Learn more: discountmags.com
12. Ask

Is your child a Curious George? This magazine has all the answers related to history, invention, art, and science so they can read and be inspired to achieve greatness! With "why" being their fundamental question, the magazine includes high-interest topics such as "Why do we sleep?" and "What is alchemy?".
Learn more: shop.cricketmedia.com
13. Jack and Jill

This fun and educational magazine is an award-winning publication featuring content for inclusion, current real-world topics, and experimental crafts to help your children think critically and be inspired.
Learn more: uskidsmags.com
14. Owl Kids

This magazine is one of discovery and adventure! Each issue includes interviews and highlights on various STEAM topics, as well as fun games and puzzles to keep your kid's gears turning.
Learn more: shop.owlkids.com
15. LEGO Magazine

This super fun comic magazine is packed full of puzzles, LEGO-themed activities, and games your kids can play all day long. Each issue also includes a poster your kids can unfold and collect to hang on their walls!
Learn more: americangirl.fandom.com
16. Highlights High Five

Like the title says, this magazine subscription is perfect for your preschoolers and kindergarteners (around age five). It is designed with helpful reading material and activities to foster learning development and creativity.
Learn more: shop.highlights.com
17. Young Rider

Do you have an inspiring equestrian in your house? It's time you gift them the magazine subscription of their dreams, including horse care instructions, riding tips, and true stories about young riders around the world!
Learn more: youngrider.com
18. Anorak

This magazine is perfect for the artistic, creative, and emotional children in our lives. The entire issue is a piece of artwork including stories great for kids of all ages to practice their reading comprehension and get inspired.
Learn more: anorakmagazine.com
19. Humpty Dumpty

This award-winning magazine uses colorful pages and interactive content to encourage kids to get creative and discover the world around them. It is chalked full of healthy self-esteem messages and positivity for bringing a smile to your child's face.
Learn more: uskidsmags.com
20. Click

This science and nature magazine is perfect for kids with never-ending questions. Each issue tackles different intriguing topics and problem solving to help kids learn more about the world they live in.
Learn more: shop.cricketmedia.com
21. Bravery

Bravery is a quarterly print magazine that features inspiring role models and empowering stories from past and present leaders that embody the traits we hope our kids grow up to have.
Learn more: braverymag.com
22. Faces

This worldy magazine features stories and images of people all around the globe. Each issue shares a different culture and how the children grow up there. This is a great subscription for kids who want to travel or simply learn about the great big and diverse planet we inhabit.
Learn more: shop.cricketmedia.com
23. Cricket

This story-based magazine shares cute and creative stories about animals and everyday life situations. The inspiring and whimsical content is perfect for improving your kid's reading skills and expanding their horizons.
Learn more: cricketmagkids.com
24. Chickadee

This interactive magazine is full of hands-on content, activities, and stories to entertain your kids all night long. Each issue is inspired by a different topic in science, nature, and exploration. Grab a subscription and see what mysteries are out there to discover!
Learn more: owlkids.com
25. Brainspace Magazine

This magazine is a fusion of print and digital content with all things STEAM and creative. Each issue has real-life stories that will encourage kids to use their brains and bodies to do great things.
Learn more: brainspacemagazine.com