Every April Fool’s Day, online misinformation hits its peak. Kids and adults alike need to evaluate everything they read, see, and hear with extra caution to avoid getting fooled. That said, people have fallen for misinformation and fake news stories for centuries, since long before the internet. The latest issue of CRICKET Magazine details some […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Are Humans the Only Animals That Use Language?
Did you know that April 23 is both English Language Day and Spanish Language Day? It’s a great way to celebrate our shared communication! Interestingly, it also falls one day after Earth Day, a day for honoring our connection with the other living things that call our planet home. It is easy to say that […]
6 Reasons to Love Libraries (and Librarians!)
It’s National Library Week! You might say we’re biased, but we love our libraries, and we’re excited to share all of the reasons to appreciate your local libraries—and librarians. If you haven’t been to the library much since the turn of the millennium, you’ll find that things have changed. Libraries aren’t just stacks of books […]