MiniMag

MiniMag is an edutainment magazine that has been around for over 25 years and gives kids everything they need. From information on current events and important issues to fun activities and competitions, MiniMag has it all! Educational content is presented in a fun manner with the use of humour and vibrant artwork which appeals to children. A combination of fact and fantasy draws the child into the world of reading. MiniMag’s content compliments school curricula and it has achieved great success in the classroom as a teaching aid. Children benefit from reading MiniMag as it Instills a love for reading and encourages active participation. It also stimulates creativity and broadens general knowledge. Discover the joys of learning inside our colourful, fun pages!

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10 LIVES HERE WE GO AGAIN…

Cracking the cat code Unravelling the mystery of nine lives • In the fascinating world of cat tales, there’s an intriguing belief that has puzzled minds for ages – the idea that cats have nine lives. But where did this peculiar notion come from and what makes our whiskered companions so adept at facing challenges?

Fascinating Frogs – Nature’s little wonders • Frogs are incredible creatures that come in a rainbow of colours, sizes and patterns. These amphibians are found all around the world, from tropical rainforests to chilly mountain streams. Some frogs even live in deserts!

Croak-tastic creativity Leap into froggy fun! • Put pen to paper and join us in celebrating these amazing little creatures. Frogs bring joy and excitement. Their Frogs presence are incredible is a sign creatures of a happy and healthy garden!

Thumbs-up for a healthy Earth! • There’s really no place like home after a long day. It is safe and comfortable and you can let your guard down, knowing there’s no danger there. Likewise, Earth is supposed to be a safe refuge for every living creature.

Forming the landscape of our planet • The surface of the Earth, as we see it around us and under the sea, is shaped by processes that are continually taking place to form valleys, deserts, seas, mountains and rivers.

Secrets of Earth’s moving puzzle • Imagine the Earth like a giant puzzle made up of huge, hard pieces called tectonic plates. These plates are always on the move, creating exciting changes on our planet.

VOLCANOES – fire-breathing giants • Volcanoes are named after the volcano on the little island of Vulcano in the Mediterranean Sea off Sicily. Centuries ago, the people living in this area believed that Vulcano was the chimney of the forge of Vulcan – the blacksmith of the Roman gods.

Exploring the Cosmos • On 12 April we celebrate the International Day of Human Space Flight, marking the historic journey of Yuri Gagarin, the first human to orbit the Earth in 1961. This extraordinary event opened the door to a universe of possibilities, inspiring generations to reach for the stars.

Astronauts and Aliens team up!

CLONING: unlocking the secrets of copying life!

Celebrating English Language Day: Chitter, chatter, words that matter! • Consonance is the repitition of similar consonant sounds close together within a word, phrase or sentence. The words have to be close together in order for the repetition to be noticeable. While alliteration is the repitition of the first letter of each word, consonance can appear anywhere within a word, and often appears at the end.

Make your FUTURE COUNT Gami travels to China • After visiting Rome and Egypt, Gami takes a long trip back into history and arrives in China! If you thought that Roman numbers and Egyptian math systems were interesting, just wait till you see what he discovered here!

“My Health, My Right!” • Healthy kids leading the way!

APRIL 2024 • AUTISM...