Megan Fraedrich, Author at Cricket Media, Inc.

How to Encourage Kids to Give Back on Giving Tuesday

The last of the leftover turkey has been transformed into sandwiches and soup, and the Black Friday haul sits in the closet, away from prying eyes. Now that families across America have given thanks for what they have and gone to the store for what they don’t, it’s time for the next unofficial holiday: Giving […]

4 Free Thanksgiving Stories for Kids and Tweens

Thanksgiving might just be the coziest time of the year. After a delicious meal with loved ones, it’s the perfect opportunity for story time! Now that turkey day is right around the corner, we’re sharing some of our favorite Thanksgiving stories for kids of all ages! “Nicked Neck:” A Thanksgiving Whodunnit from CRICKET Magazine When […]

10 Amazing Kids Who Made History

Every day in history class, students learn all about the men and women who have changed the world. But making a difference isn’t just for grown-ups. Here’s a selection of ten kids, past and present, who made history! You’ll find inventors, writers, activists, a composer, and more on this list! Will the next list of […]

5 Ways to Make Kids Fall In Love with STEM

Today is National STEM Day, a nation-wide celebration of all things science, technology, engineering, and math. We’ve all heard that STEM subjects are more important than ever, with STEM careers on the rise and technology becoming part of more and more aspects of daily life. In fact, some studies show that 80% of jobs in […]

6 Surprising Stories Behind Halloween Myths and Traditions

In just a few days, kids around the country will wake up excited for a night of trick-or-treating and costume parties. You can already spot decorations featuring green-faced witches, bats, black cats, ghosts, jack-o-lanterns, and monsters up and down the neighborhood streets. But how much do you really know about the stories behind our favorite […]

7 Beloved Authors Featured in CRICKET Magazine

Think back to your favorite books from your childhood. Some authors know how to make a life-long impression on their readers. It’s no surprise that, with a 46-year history, many outstanding authors and illustrators have contributed to Cricket Media magazines. Still, you probably couldn’t guess how many of your favorite authors have graced the pages […]

4 Free Stories for International Day of the Girl

Everyone knows about Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, but did you know that October 11 is designated as the International Day of the Girl Child? To celebrate this special day with the awesome young girls in your life, we’re sharing four free stories from our October issues for girls of all ages. Some are fiction, […]

Trick-or-Treat! October Issues Are Here!

A little secret: Cricket Media LOVES October. After all, it’s one of the most creative times of the year! From creating clever costumes to putting up spooky decorations to carving jack-o-lanterns, Halloween is a time of fun and imagination for the whole family. This month’s October issues are no exception, packed with spooky stories, amazing […]

6 Creative Ways to Encourage Reluctant Readers

“I used to dream about reading the Harry Potter books with my daughter when she got older, but she won’t pick up a book,” said the woman behind me in the Starbucks line. Her friend nodded sympathetically. “She just wants to play soccer! Sometimes I wonder if she was switched at birth.” If that frustrated […]

A Visit to Deep Time: The Smithsonian’s New Fossil Hall

After five years and millions of dollars of renovation, the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History has finally opened the doors of their new fossil hall: Deep Time. And at last, we got to pay them a visit! Our Cricket Media DC office is just a short metro ride away from the National Mall, […]