With Australia introducing new restrictions on social media for children under 16, many parents are searching for screen-free entertainment and educational activities for kids and teens.
One of the best alternatives is magazine subscriptions for kids and teens—a fun, educational, and offline way to keep young minds engaged.
At isubscribe, we offer the largest range of kids and teen magazine subscriptions in Australia, with hundreds of titles delivered straight to your door.
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Best Magazine Subscriptions for Kids (Ages 3–10)
National Geographic Kids & National Geographic Little Kids: Perfect for curious young learners, these magazines explore animals, science, and geography through fun stories, quizzes, and photos.
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Bluey Magazine: A favourite for Australian families, packed with puzzles, games, and stories inspired by the hit TV series.
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Storytime & StoryBox: Ideal for early readers, these magazines help build literacy, imagination, and a love of reading.
OYLA Junior & AdventureBox: Hands-on science and discovery magazines that encourage kids to experiment, explore, and learn through real-world activities.
Best Magazine Subscriptions for Tweens and Teens (Ages 10–16)
K-Zone & KRASH: Action-packed magazines filled with comics, puzzles, gaming content, and fun facts—great for reluctant readers.
Total Girl & It GiRL: Popular tween lifestyle magazines covering creativity, fashion, celebrities, and confidence-building topics.
Teen Breathe: A mindfulness magazine for teens, focusing on wellbeing, mental health, creativity, and self-expression—especially valuable in a post-social-media world.
OYLA & DiscoveryBox: Great for teens interested in STEM, technology, and big ideas, these magazines make science engaging and accessible.
Why Magazine Subscriptions Are a Smart Choice for Kids and Teens
Magazine subscriptions are more than just entertainment—they’re a powerful learning tool:
- Improve reading skills and literacy
- Encourage curiosity, creativity, and independent learning
- Provide screen-free entertainment
- Support mental wellbeing and mindfulness
- Make unique gifts that last all year
With social media restricted for under-16s, magazines offer a positive, offline alternative that keeps kids engaged and inspired.
Explore the Largest Range of Kids and Teen Magazine Subscriptions in Australia
At isubscribe, you’ll find Australia’s biggest range of magazine subscriptions for children and teenagers, including educational, entertainment, lifestyle, and science titles.
Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, or gift-giver, a magazine subscription is an affordable, thoughtful, and long-lasting gift.
Need help choosing? Use our Comparison Tables: Best Magazine Subscriptions by Age Group (Australia)
Ages 3–5: Early Readers & Curious Learners
| Magazine | Best For | Key Benefits | Why Parents Love It |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Geographic Little Kids | Animals & nature | Builds curiosity and vocabulary | Fun learning without screens |
| Bluey Magazine | Entertainment & puzzles | Encourages reading through play | Popular Australian brand kids love |
| Storytime | Stories & literacy | Improves early reading skills | Calm, screen-free storytelling |
| StoryBox | Picture stories | Builds imagination and comprehension | Great bedtime reading content |
Best for: Preschoolers and early readers starting to explore books and learning.
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Ages 6–9: Growing Readers & Explorers
| Magazine | Best For | Key Benefits | Why Kids Love It |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Geographic Kids | Science & animals | Fun facts and global learning | Stunning photos and quizzes |
| OYLA Junior | STEM & experiments | Hands-on science learning | Cool experiments and activities |
| K-Zone | Comics & games | Encourages reluctant readers | Short, fun content and puzzles |
| KRASH | Fun facts & puzzles | Improves knowledge and curiosity | Interactive activities |
Best for: Primary school kids building reading confidence and discovering hobbies.
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Ages 10–13: Tweens, Creativity & Confidence
| Magazine | Best For | Key Benefits | Why Tweens Love It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Girl | Lifestyle & creativity | Confidence-building content | Celebrities, fashion, DIY |
| It GiRL | Pop culture & activities | Encourages creativity | Crafts, quizzes, fun features |
| OYLA | Science & big ideas | Makes STEM engaging | Fun, teen-friendly science |
| Beano | Comics & humour | Encourages independent reading | Classic comic fun |
Best for: Tweens developing interests, hobbies, and independent reading habits.
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Ages 14–16: Teens & Real-World Interests
| Magazine | Interest Area | Key Benefits | Why Teens Love It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teen Breathe | Wellbeing & mindfulness | Supports mental health | Relatable, positive content |
| frankie | Lifestyle & creativity | Inspires creative thinking | Art, culture, real stories |
| Vogue Australia | Fashion & beauty | Trend and style inspiration | Aspirational teen fashion |
| National Geographic | Science & world | Builds global awareness | Stunning photography & facts |
| Science Illustrated | STEM & innovation | Makes science accessible | Big ideas explained simply |
| Surfing Life / SLAM Skateboarding | Sports & outdoors | Encourages active hobbies | Action sports culture |
| Dance Australia | Music & dance | Encourages artistic interests | Industry stories and inspiration |
| New Scientist | Science & current affairs | Deep thinking and critical skills | Real-world science news |
Best for: Teenagers exploring identity, careers, hobbies, and global topics.