Megan Fraedrich, Author at Cricket Media, Inc.

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 […]

5 Cool Cardboard Box Crafts to Try This Summer

Here are just a few fun, screen-free crafts to keep kids entertained on long summer afternoons– all reusing pieces of cardboard that you may have lying around your house!

6 Fabulous Fathers in the Animal Kingdom

Father’s Day is almost here! It’s the perfect time of year to celebrate our favorite dads. But while we know all of the great things that an awesome human dad does for his kids, what about all of the animal dads out there? Here are just a few of our favorite wild and wonderful animal […]

Media Feature: Billboard Teams Up With Sensical to Create Music Destination for Kids & Families

On Tuesday (May 13), Billboard and Sensical, Cricket Media’s streaming service, announced a first-of-its-kind, music-focused partnership for kids and families. This dynamic offering is designed to provide a safe and engaging space for both young listeners and their families to listen, watch and learn together while enjoying top hits and the most exciting artists of […]