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Baseball Digest
Boys' Life
Boys' Quest
Childrens' Digest
Cicada
Cobblestone
Creative Kids
Dig
Faces
Footsteps
Fun for Kidz
Girls' Life
Highlights
Hopscotch
Humpty Dumpty's Magazine
Jack and Jill
Ladybug
Muse
Appleseeds
Teddy Bear and Friends
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A Africa Geographic
Description: Magazine that explores the wonders of the continent.
Available: On shelf with back issues in store room.

American Cheerleader Junior
Description: Learn about what it takes to be a cheerleader through puzzles, games and crafts!
Online: from 06/01/04 to 01/01/05 in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

American Heritage
Description: Learn about American history through defense, military, ethnic, and multicultural viewpoints.
Online: from 09/01/90 to present in EBSCO Academic Search Premier, EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Military & Government Collection, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition
from 09/01/92 to present in Gale Biography Resource Center and
from 09/01/96 to 10/01/05 in ProQuest Research Library

Animals
Description: This award winning magazine, over 125 years old, brings stories of wild animals and pets.
Online: from 07/01/1993 to 01/01/2003 in EBSCO Corporate ResourceNet, EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

Appleseeds
Description: ..."fascinating articles,photographs, and activities that explore the history and culture of people and places both faraway and near.  Each issue presents games, puzzles and recipes.
Online: from 02/01/03 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search
from 04/01/03 to 02/01/05 ProQuest Research Library

Ask
Description: "...explore the world with the greatest inventors, artists, thinkers, and scientists of the past and present, discovering how the ideas that shaped our lives were formed."  Focus on architectural and design solutions to problems and engineering feats.
Online: from 07/01/04 in EBSCO Primary Search and
from 11/01/03 to 02/01/06 in ProQuest Research Library

Art (Scholastic)
Description: Classic and contemporary artists, art history, hands-on workshops and student artist profiles.
Online: from from 02/01/1998 to 04/01/2006 in ProQuest Research Library

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Baseball Digest
Description: A major league baseball monthly; interviews and player profiles, team profiles, feature articles, personal reminiscences, player comparisons; news notes, fielding records and game statistics for baseball fans.
Online:from 07/01/98 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

Boys' Life
Description: Published by the Boy Scouts of America, this magazine for boys has articles and information on the outdoors, sports and activities.
Online: from 05/01/90 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition,
from 09/01/95 to 02/01/06 in ProQuest Research Library, and
from 11/01/84 to present in Gale Biography Resource Center

Boys' Quest
Description: "...designed to educate, inspire, entertain and develop spirit, self-esteem and self-confidence in elementary age girls and boys through example and experience."
Online: from 06/01/1995 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO Primary Search

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C Calliope
Description: World History Magazine for Kids
Online: from 01/01/94 in EBSCO Masterfile Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search, and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition
from 12/01/96 to 01/01/06 in ProQuest Research Library

Childrens' Playmate Magazine
Description: "Cartoons, healthy recipes, book reviews, readers, drawings, poems & jokes."
Online: from 01/01/94 in EBSCO Masterfile Premier and EBSCO Primary Search and
from 12/01/96 to 01/01/06 in ProQuest Research Library

Cicada
Description: "...the literary magazine for teenagers, contains stories, prose poetry, and essays that are by turns realistic, fanciful, humorous, serious, and engaging, but always thought-provoking."
Online: from 07/01/04 in EBSCO Masterfile Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, and MAS Ultra

Children's Digest
Description: For Children ages 10 to 12. "Emphasizes good health, nutrition and sefety plus stories, science articles, crafts, games, poetry, humor and more to stimulate young minds and imaginations. "
Online: from 01/01/94 in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition
from 12/01/96 to 01/01/2006 in ProQuest Career and Technical Education and ProQuest Research Library

Click
Description: "... engage young children's natural curiosity about the world around them. "
Online: from 07/01/02 in EBSCO Masterfile Premier and EBSCO Primary Search and
from 11/01/03 to 02/01/06 in ProQuest Research Library

Cobblestone
Description: American History magazine for kids.
Online: from 02/01/03 in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

Creative Kids
Description: By kids, for kids, the magazine features stories, games, poetry, contests and art.
Online: from 09/01/96 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

Cricket
Description: Stories, poems, puzzles, recipes, and science and nature articles.
Online: from 05/01/90 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search

D Dig
Description: Lets young people ages 9-14 share in archaeological discovery while learning about the cultural, scientific and architectural traits and beliefs of different societies. Features photos, games, puzzles, and more.
Online: from 03/01/02 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO Primary Search

E Early Childhood Today
Description: Resource for planning, teaching, or administering an early childhood program. Contains activity plan pullouts, Early Childhood Today staff workshop professional development series, interviews with early childhood experts, health and safety tips, best bets product reviews, and more.
Online: from 02/01/1998 to 05/01/2006 in ProQuest Research Library
from 08/01/2000 to present in EBSCO Academic Search Premier, EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Professional Development Collection

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F Faces
Description: Articles about the cultures of the world for kids 9-14. Each issue focuses on a different culture, from Jamaica to Laos to Morocco.
Online: from 02/01/03 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition
from 04/01/03 to 12/01/05 in ProQuest Research Library

Footsteps
Description: Celebrates African American history and culture.
Online: from 03/01/03 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Middle Search Plus from 05/01/2003 to 11/01/2005 in ProQuest Research Library

Fun for Kidz
Description: For boys and girls ages 5-13; features childrens' interests.
Online: from 11/01/02 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO Primary Search

G Girls' Life
Description: Magazine for girls ages 10 and up. Friends, fashion, quizzes, celebrity interviews and self-esteem.
Online: from 10/01/2001 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search
from 2 years ago to present in LexisNexis Academic (selected full-text only)

H Highlights for Children
Description: "...helping children grow in basic skills and knowledge, in creativeness, in ability to think and reason, in sensitivity to others, in high ideals, and worthy ways of living—for children are the world's most important people."
Online: from 01/01/97 in ProQuest Research Library
from 09/01/93 in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search

Hopscotch
Description: "...adventuresome reading, fun-filled puzzles, creative craft projects, intriguing science experiments, awesome poetry, clever knot tying columns, plus contests, penpal club, Potsy's Post Office, Kids' Corner and MUCH MORE! "
Online: from 08/01/94 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search

Humpty Dumpty's Magazine
Description: Cartoons, crafts, stories, puzzles, healthful recipes, kid question & answer column and more.
Online: from 01/01/94 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search
from 12/01/96 to 01/01/06 in ProQuest Research Library

J Jack and Jill
Description: Famous biographies, new games & sports, comic adventures, kids health questions, readers poems & stories for kids ages 7-10.
Online: from 01/01/94 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search
from 12/01/96 to 01/01/2006 in ProQuest Research Library

Junior Scholastic
Description: Feature articles, special issues, people profiles, commentary and puzzles for students in grades 7-12.
Online: from 01/12/1998 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO Primary Search
from 03/23/1998 to 04/24/2006 in ProQuest Research Library
from 10/01/2000 to present in Gale Biography Resource Center

K Kids Tribute Online Magazine www.tribute.ca/kids
Description: Online magazine featuring hot movies and T.V. shows for kids. Offers games, crafts, stories, and tips.
Online: from 03/01/2001 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search

L Ladybug
Description: Charming characters, games, songs, poems, and stories open the door of reading for kids.
Available: On shelf with back issues in store room.
Online: from 01/01/1994 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search

M Math Magazine (Scholastic)
Description: Contains step-by-step exercises; a pull-out section featuring puzzles and reusable board games; exercises to develop statistics, problem solving, geometry, and computation abilities.
Online: from 02/16/1998 to 04/17/2006 in ProQuest Research Library
from 01/11/1999 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

Math Magazine for teachers (Scholastic)
Description: Contains step-by-step exercises; a pull-out section featuring puzzles and reusable board games; exercises to develop statistics, problem solving, geometry, and computation abilities.
Online: from 10/04/1999 to present in EBSCO Professional Development Collection

Muse
Description: For children ages 9 to 14, MUSE features articles on space, genetics, lasers, rain forests, computers, physics, math, and visual arts.
Online: from 11/01/03 in ProQuest Research Library

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National Geographic Kids www.nationalgeographic.com/kids/index.html
Description: Features articles on wildlife, earth, sea, and sky; plus challenging puzzles, games, and scientific experiments, for kids 8 & up.
Available: On shelf with back issues in store room.
Online: from 07/01/02 to 3 months ago in ProQuest Research Library
-from 2002 to 3 months ago in EBSCO Masterfile Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra- School Edition

National Geographic World
Description: Features articles on wildlife, earth, sea, and sky; plus scientific reports & experiments.
Available: On shelf with back issues in store room.
Online: from 01/01/1995 to 3 months ago in EBSCO Academic Search Premier, EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Military & Government Collection, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition
from 06/01/1999 to 3 months ago in Gale Biography Resource Center, ProQuest Research Library

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Odyssey
Description: Science magazine for ages 10 to 16 that allows kids to explore the hottest trends in science in detail--everything from robots to rocketry and asteriods to dinosaurs.
Online: from 01/01/1994 to present in EBSCO Middle Search Plus
from 04/01/2003 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, and EBSCO Primary Search
from 09/01/2003 to 02/01/2006 in ProQuest Research Library

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Plays
Description: One-act comedies, holiday plays, dramatized classics, special occasion plays, skits, creative drama and puppet plays for young thesbians
Online: from 01/01/1994 to present in EBSCO Academic Search Premier, EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

Playstation Magazine (Official U.S.)www.us.playstation.com
Description: Official U.S. PlayStation Magazine provides readers with insider scoops, news, interviews, and insights for PlayStation fans.
Online: from 11/01/2002 to 07/01/2004 in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition
from 11/01/2002 to 05/01/2006 in ProQuest Research Library
from 08/01/2004 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

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Ranger Rick
Description: Amazing facts, awesome photos, outdoor adventures and discoveries that help kids sharpen reading skills and develop a deeper appreciation for our natural world.
Available: On shelf with back issues in store room.
Online: from 01/01/1994 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition
from 07/01/1998 to 06/01/2002 in ProQuest Research Library

S Soccer Jr.
Description: A soccer magazine for kids. Contains news about the teams and their players.
Online:from 12/01/2000 to 07/01/2003 in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier

Spider
Description: pecially written and edited for children who have reached the age when they first get excited about reading on their own.
Online: from 01/01/1994 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search

Sports Illustrated for Kids www.sikids.com
Description: Sports the way kids like it- interviews with sports heroes, hilarious comics, awesome action photos, and more.
Online: from 01/01/1993 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

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T Teddy Bear and Friendswww.teddybearandfriends.com
Description: A weekly classroom news magazine packed with stories about world and national events, scientific discoveries, sports, entertainment, kids in the nfews and more.
Online: from 05/01/1996 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier

'TEEN Peoplewww.teenpeople.com
Description:It's new. It's from People, except It's just for teens! Jump into the styles and stars, fashion and sports that teens love most. Get advice that matters - from celebrities you know to real life teens you will want to know better. You'll know What's what. Who's who. What's new. What's cool.
Online: from 12/01/2000 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition
from 02/01/2001 to present in Gale Biography Resource Center
from 02/01/2002 to 05/01/2006 in ProQuest Research Library

TIME for Kidswww.timeforkids.com
Description: A weekly classroom news magazine packed with stories about world and national events, scientific discoveries, sports, entertainment, kids in the nfews and more.
Online: from 09/01/1996 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition
from 01/01/1998 to 04/21/2006 in ProQuest Research Library

Turtle Magazine for Preschoolers
Description: Games, hidden pictures, stories, puzzles, readers' original art, science experiments, kids' health questions & more.
Online: from 01/01/1994 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier and EBSCO Primary Search

U U.S. Kids
Description: Designed for kids ages 6-10, U.S. Kids contains true-life stories, fascinating science & nature features, kids health & fitness, kids in the news, dazzling color photos,and a gazillion fun-to-do games, activities, and contests.
Online: from 07/01/1993 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus and EBSCO Primary Search

W Winner
Description: Articles and activities for pre-teen children about avoiding substance abuse.
Online: from 09/01/1996 to present in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier

World Kid
Description: Introduces preteens and teens to U.S. and world cultures, arts and sciences. World Kid magazine also covers pop music, languages, travel, mythology, museums, photography and sports along with short fun-to-read articles.
Online: from 08/01/2002 to 06/01/2003 in EBSCO MasterFILE Premier, EBSCO Middle Search Plus, EBSCO Primary Search and EBSCO MAS Ultra - School Edition

Y Your Big Backyard
Description: Activities, stories, seasonal crafts, simple cooking recipes, games and other great features for preschoolers.
Available: On shelf with back issues in store room.

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