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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Let’s save our planet!

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON

Legendary Warriors SEAFARING VIKINGS • The Vikings were brave seafarers from Scandinavia – a region that includes Norway, Sweden and Denmark today. They lived over a thousand years ago, during what we now call the Viking Age (about 793 to 1066 AD). The word “Viking” actually means a pirate raid, but they were more than just pirates – they were farmers, traders and explorers too!

Our blue planet needs you! OCEANS IN TROUBLE • Did you know that the ocean covers more than 70% of Earth’s surface and produces over half the oxygen we breathe? That’s right! Oceans are not just home to dolphins, whales and coral reefs – they’re the heart of our planet. But today, our oceans are facing serious problems, and they need heroes like you to help protect them.

Green Warriors PROTECTING OUR PLANET • Every living thing on Earth is connected, and by protecting nature, we can all live in harmony. The good news is, YOU have the power to make a BIG difference!

A planet in plastic trouble CLEANING UP OUR WORLD • Every year, over 400 million tonnes of plastic are produced around the world – and nearly half of that is used just once before being thrown away! From the deepest ocean trenches to mountain peaks, plastic pollution is everywhere. World Environment Day on 5 June challenges us to take action and protect our planet by ending plastic pollution. Are you ready to be part of the solution?

Chilling with Chemistry THE SCIENCE OF COOL! • Have you ever wondered how your ice cream stays frozen or how your water bottle stays cool on a hot day? It’s all thanks to science! From ancient clay pots to solar-powered fridges, clever inventions help us beat the heat and keep our food fresh. Let’s explore the world of temperature, insulation and invention!

The Moai of Easter Island THE LEGACY OF RAPA NUI • On a tiny, faraway island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, hundreds of huge stone heads stare out over the land and sea. These silent giants, called Moai (say: mo-eye), were carved hundreds of years ago – but no one knows exactly why, or how they were moved into place. The mystery of the Moai has puzzled scientists, explorers, and adventurers for centuries!

Earth is getting bald! REGREENING OUR DESERTS • If you think of planet Earth as a giant head, then all the grass and trees would be its hair. But Earth has been losing trees, shrubs and grass rapidly over the last century. You could probably say that the planet is busy going bald – and that’s a problem. Fortunately, it is possible to regreen Earth’s bald spots and the power is in your hands.

From fertile to forgotten TURNING INTO A DESERT • When land becomes desert, its ability to support surrounding populations of people and animals declines sharply. Food often doesn’t grow, water can’t be collected, and habitats shift. This often produces several human health problems that range from malnutrition, respiratory disease caused by dusty air, and other diseases stemming from a lack of clean water.

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