Megan Fraedrich, Author at Cricket Media, Inc.

7 Amazing Facts About Life on Mars from Aerospace Engineer Barbara Braun

Have you ever wondered what it would really be like to live on Mars? Barbara Braun doesn’t have to wonder. She participated in a two-week simulation of a Mars mission and returned with many fascinating stories to share. In fact, we’ve published articles about her Mars mission in the latest issues of CRICKET and SPIDER […]

Best Holiday Gifts for Curious and Creative Kids

‘Tis the season already! Get your holiday shopping wrapped up before the last-minute December rush with these amazing gift ideas for kids who love to read and learn. There’s something on our list for kids of every age and interest. For over 50 years, Cricket Media has delivered magic and wonder to homes around the country. Now, we’re sharing our special […]

6 Spooky and Silly Halloween Snacks for Kids

Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year for truly creative, fun food. It’s a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen, too! Once they’ve decorated a mini monster pizza, they’ll realize that cooking can be a lot of fun! These six spooky snacks from our award-winning kids’ magazines are perfect […]

4 Perfect Fall Activities for Kids

Fall is officially here! What do you do with all those fallen leaves on your lawn or balcony? How about the apples left over from apple-picking that you don’t think your family will get through? Welcome the season with fun and creative nature-based activities to keep kids learning, growing, and imagining all fall long! For […]

iHuman and Cricket Media Team Up to Launch Reading Stars

Reading Stars seamlessly merges Cricket’s award-winning content with iHuman’s cutting-edge technology, creating a new way for children to engage with reading. MCLEAN, VA, UNITED STATES, September 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — iHuman Inc. (NYSE: IH), a leading provider of tech‑powered, intellectual development products in China, and Cricket Media, whose magazines have delighted families for more than 50 years, today announced the […]

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A New Era for Our Magazines!

September is here, and a hint of crisp fall breeze is in the air. It’s a season of change and new possibilities, and we’re excited to share some of the new features and updates in our September/October magazine issues! If you subscribe to one of our magazines, you may have seen something like this in […]

Introducing Reading Stars, a Fun Reading App for Kids!

We are incredibly excited to announce the release of Reading Stars, a new reading app that makes reading fun and easy for kids! For over 50 years, Cricket has delighted generations of children with stories that spark imagination and learning. Now we’re bringing our beloved Cricket content to young readers in a whole new way. […]

Our Conversation With a Lifelong CRICKET Reader

When you’ve been around for over 50 years like CRICKET Magazine has, it’s hard to fathom how many lives you may impact along the way. We were thrilled to hear from CRICKET super fan Katie G., who has been reading the magazines since age 7– and even has an Old Cricket tattoo! We had to […]

Pip and Posy Premieres in the U.S.

July 23, 2025 Magic Light Pictures’ BAFTA-nominated series Pip and Posy has premiered in the U.S. on Sensical. Simultaneously, Magic Light is launching Pip and Posy on its YouTube channel in the U.S., with themed compilations and all full episodes available to viewers in the country. Sharon Cohen, CMO of Sensical, says, “We’re delighted to welcome the fabulous Pip and […]