Magazines for Children at The Smithtown Library!!!

Children’s magazines are fun to read, and if reading is fun for children, they are more likely to read for pleasure.  Often children enjoy the format of magazines and this allows them to improve their skills and comprehension.  Reading magazines often appeals to struggling readers and can help build confidence.  The articles are generally short which allows a child to finish a feature article without losing interest.

The benefits of magazines extend beyond reading articles.  Many contain puzzles and other games that improve reasoning and problem solving skills, encouraging learning in a fun way. 

Take a look at the following magazines available to borrow from The Smithtown Library.

Kiki (for Girls with Style and Substance).

Kiki is an independent magazine owned and operated by women who care about girls. They’re mothers, daughters, aunts, sisters, and friends.  They understand girls and are committed to supporting them in growing up to be strong, capable, creative, confident women.  That’s why Kiki magazine leaves out content that many publishers include.  There’s no gossip, no dating and no instructions on how to kiss.

Sports Illustrated Kids

In addition to features and sports previews, each issue is organized into several sections including “Freeze Frame,” amazing sports moments captured in a photograph; “Warmup,” a roundup of news, tips, photos and more; and “End Zone,” picture puzzles, games and other educational material.

American Girl Magazine

American Girl Magazine is an appropriate, entertaining, and informative magazine for girls over 8 years old.  It is a great alternative to teen magazines.  Each issue includes craft ideas, puzzles, contests, advice, games, and other fun activities and articles.

Boy’s Life

Boys Life magazine is meant to educate all boys and to open their eyes to the joyous world of reading. Includes a mix of news, nature, history, fiction, science, sports and comics. For ages 7-14.

LEGO Club Magazine

 LEGO Club Magazine is an easy-to-read and fully-illustrated magazine full of fun stories, challenges, comic adventures, puzzles, and activities designed to inspire, entertain and stimulate young children’s creativity.