Megan Fraedrich, Author at Cricket Media, Inc.

8 Tips for Raising a Lifelong Reader

March is National Reading Month, but we’re here to inspire your family to read all year long! There’s no time like the present to take steps toward raising kids who love to read– and who grow up into lifelong readers! The truth is, that’s easier said than done. The number of kids who love to […]

How to Raise Future Engineers

It’s Engineers Week, a celebration of STEM careers and the importance of engineering in our daily lives. It’s also a great time to think about how we can spark a passion for engineering in our own kids. In a rapidly changing world, careers in tech and engineering are more crucial than ever. So how do […]

20 Amazing Facts for the Year of the Horse

Happy Lunar New Year! This time around, it’s the Year of the Horse! We’ve previously shared some of our favorite snake facts for the Year of the Snake and dragon facts for the Year of the Dragon, and now it’s time for some incredible fun facts about horses. Horses have lived and worked alongside humans […]

Sensical Spotlight: Abdallah Smash and Hevesh5

We’re excited to share an extra special interview in the latest issue of CRICKET Magazine. For over 50 years, CRICKET has published magazines that excite and inspire young minds. Last year, the kid-safe streaming platform Sensical joined our Cricket family, and we can’t wait to share our wonderful Sensical creators and video recommendations with you! […]

10 Things You Didn’t Know About George Washington Carver

Most Americans know just one fact about George Washington Carver: he invented peanut butter. But what if we told you that fact isn’t quite true– and that he invented so much more? In fact, Carver changed the way we live, eat, and grow crops in this country. In honor of Black History Month, here are […]

The Amazing Benefits of Reading Aloud to Kids

There’s no time like story time! In fact, there’s something universal about gathering around and listening to a story. From prehistoric people telling stories around a fire to circle time in your child’s preschool class, telling stories is part of being human. Science has proven that it isn’t just fun and comforting, it’s good for […]

3 Great Magazines for Kids Who Love Puzzles (Plus 3 Free Puzzles!)

Did you know that January 29 is National Puzzle Day? Come to think of it, this cold, dreary time of year is an amazing time to curl up with with an exhilarating brain teaser. If it’s too snowy, rainy, or generally yucky outside to run around and play, why not exercise your brains? For generations, […]

Why Is Origami So Important? Discover the Fabulous Art of Folding!

Most of us have dabbled in origami. Maybe we can whip up a paper fortune teller or even entertain our children with a jumping frog. Still, few people today realize the incredible possibilities of origami. Not only does it have a rich cultural heritage, origami has inspired countless innovations, from architecture to aerospace engineering to […]

Cricket Media Announces Appointment of David Sable to Board of Directors

Myer Berlow Named Co-Chairman Governance enhancements reinforce Cricket’s leadership in age-appropriate, AI-powered contextual advertising built on proprietary metadata. December 15, 2025 Washington, D.C. — Cricket Media, a global leader in children’s educational media and learning experiences, today announced the appointment of David Sable, one of the advertising industry’s most respected marketing strategists, to its Board […]

5 Fabulous Snow Day Activities

Hooray! Who doesn’t love a snow day? There’s nothing more magical for a child than sleeping in late and playing all day. But for parents, snow days can get a little stressful. If you’re looking for ways to occupy your kids’ time without excessive screen time or general rumpus, here are a few delightful winter […]