Magazines for Reluctant Readers
If your child finds books daunting, try an appealing periodical that taps into his interests and gets him into the reading habit.
American Girl
Tap into your child's love of dolls with this attractive publication that presents lifestyle and craft ideas from history and today. Best for ages 8–12.
Ask
By combining captivating illustrations and text from award-winning authors, this magazine aims to pique your child's curiosity about great discoveries, inventions, and artistic accomplishments. Best for ages 7–11.
Boys' Life
Your child doesn't have to be a Boy Scout to enjoy this publication, which may appeal to boys who prefer the great outdoors to reading. Best for ages 8–14.
Boys' Quest
Designed to boost reading skills, these themed issues feature stories, crafts, and entertaining articles. Best for ages 6–10.
Creative Kids
This magazine created "for and by kids" may be basic, but it encourages your child to flex her artistic muscle and submit something for publication. Best for ages 8–11.
Girls' Life
A lively look at today's teens and tweens, this magazine offers articles and plenty of interactive activities. Best for ages 10–15.
Nickelodeon
An irreverent humor publication with a similar attitude to the cable television network, this magazine combines eye-popping illustrations with basic text that may appeal to reluctant readers. Best for ages 8–12.
Ranger Rick
A full-color magazine that introduces animal and nature concepts through illustrated essays, stories, jokes, and riddles. Best for ages 7–11.
Spider
While this magazine may challenge your child, its lively fiction, articles, and activities offer plenty of appeal. Best for ages 6–9.
Sports Illustrated for Kids
If your child would rather pick up a ball than a book, try this appealing publication that includes athlete interviews, action shots, comics, and more. Best for ages 8–14.
Teen People
Starstruck preteens are sure to love reading about their favorite celebrities and the hottest trends. Best for ages 10 and up.
Time for Kids
Presenting the news in a digestible way, this magazine offers an overview of news while focusing on current events of interest to kids. Best for ages 10–14.
12/5/06
