Children's Magazines

Did you know the Hamilton-Wenham Library has magazines for kids? We'll be profiling two a month for you to get more familiar with them, but below is a complete list of what we subscribe to as well as a short bit about them. They are currently arranged by suggested age for each magazine. They are of course, suggestions and meant only as a guide. Many of the magazines span different age groups and any magazine that your child enjoys and you find appropriate is all that truly matters.

Babies & Toddlers & Preschoolers

Babybug - Babies and Toddlers

A librarian favorite!  Sturdier than other magazines, this is full of stories and poems to share with your littlest ones.

Ladybug - Ages - 3 - 6

Literary stories and poems designed to be read aloud.

Click - Ages 3 - 6

Answer all those why's and what's your children are asking with this magazine. Each issue explores a different topic in nature, science or the arts.

Thomas & Friends - Ages 3 - 6

This magazine focuses on essential early learning skills, and features your favorite little engines from the island of Sodor!

Highlights High Five - Ages 2 - 6

Each monthly issue brings 40 pages of read-along stories, simple crafts, recipes, learning games, puzzles for beginners, and other activities that can set your child on the path to become a lifelong learner.


Lower Elementary

Humpty Dumpty - Ages 5 - 7 

Activities, games, and stories designed for both boys and girls.

New Moon Girls - Girls ages 4 and up

This advertisement-free magazine is about helping girls discover and honor their true selves, engage in meaningful pursuits and dialogue, and express their voices in ways that matter.

ChickaDee - Ages 6 - 9

Filled with comics, puzzles, animals, crafts, and jokes; kids are sure to love this magazine.

Spider - Ages 6 - 9 

The ideal story and activity magazine for former Ladybug magazine readers who love to learn and read. It's even been known to show a reluctant reader how much fun reading can be!

Kids Discover - Ages 6 - 12

Explore a new topic in depth, whether it be science, space, history, or culture you will find articles, games, and activities.

Upper Elementary

American Girl - Ages 8 and up

This magazine is aimed at girls as an alternative to the teen magazines. The magazine is filled with stories, crafts, advice and games.

National Geographic Kids - Ages 6 - 14

A fan-favorite - games, weird facts, fun quizzes, and awesome articles. 

Sports Illustrated Kids - Ages 8 to 15

Another fan-favorite - great action photos, easy-to-read stories about star athletes, helpful instructional tips from the pros, and humor, comics, and activities.

Stone Soup - Ages 8 to 13

Stone Soup is the print magazine written and illustrated by young writers and artists. It is the leading publisher of creative writing by children ages 8 to 13.

Cricket - Ages 9 - 14

A Parent's Choice Award winner 5 out of the last 6 years, this magazine is filled with short stories from all genres.

Discovery Girls - Ages 8 - 12

Designed for girls entering middle school each issue is filled with articles, advice, quizzes,embarrassing moments and fashion.

Muse - Ages 9 - 14

Kids who can't help wondering whether video games really kill their brain cells, or what a gentleman ladybug is called, will find the answers here, in articles written by award-winning authors and accompanied by high-quality illustration and photography. This magazine is perfect for readers who are interested in science, history, and the arts.

Ranger Rick - Ages 9 -12

This advertisement-free magazine is full of stunning photography, exciting animal adventures and articles as well as fun activities.