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A new issue of American Girl Magazine arrived! I’m sure you can imagine how giddy Luv was carrying it back to our house after we checked the mail. She immediately got comfortable on the couch and started reading!
Here are Luv’s top two favorite features in this issue:
Apple Snacks:
Ah, apples. The quintessential autumn fruit – especially living in Washington state! There are several delicious and simple recipes for kids to make that celebrate apples.
Sticker Treat:
Using DIY foam stickers and a little imagination, kids can create some spooky {or sweet} looking pumpkins! I love that they are no-carve, so the pumpkins last even longer. I think we will take the stickers off after Halloween and add some foam sticker leaves!
And here is a feature I think all parents should read, as well…
Stand Up to a Bully:
As an aunt to teens, they have told me all about how malicious kids can be in school “nowadays”. Sadly they have experienced bullying firsthand. It is heartbreaking to know someone you love has had to endure being picked on relentlessly, threatened, and/or harassed. Yes, the bullying issues were dealt with and resolved, but the pain from bullying always leaves a mark. This section includes a flow chart so kids can arm themselves with a plan and know when to tell an adult {as hard is it may be}.
Luv’s thoughts as she read:
* I want to make the apple smoothie. I think it would be yummy. I would drink it with a straw – your glass straw Momma.
* I want to make the apple sandwiches because it looks yummy and it really doesn’t have glutens!
*The pumpkin I really like the best is the ghost one. I like the cat the most too.
~ Luv
You can take a look at the current issue’s activities {as well as past issues} over at American Girl Play Magazine.
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With so many fun fall ideas, offering helpful advice for young readers, and simply inspiring girls to be the best they can… it’s no wonder American Girl Magazine is the most popular magazine for girls ages 8-12! I especially appreciate that it is an incredibly age-appropriate magazine for young girls and my daughter. You can set up a subscription to American Girl Magazine online. A year’s subscription {six-months} is $22.95. You can also order a single issue.
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* [Erin received the mentioned product{s}, free of charge, to facilitate her review. All opinions are those of the reviewer only. Review product provided by American Girl.↩
51 Responses
This is so cute, my daughter is just starting to get into American girls.
I didn’t realize American Girl had such positive messaging. I knew they’re popular, but never took the time to see what it’s all about. I’m glad they’re aiming to have a positive influence on today’s young girls.
I have been thinking about subscribing to this magazine as a gift for my friend’s pre-teen daughter. I think from your review that it would be just about perfect for her age group!
my granddaughters would like this,they love American Girl
What a very good magazine to read. Great articles that help girls deal with a lot of things that are going on in their lives. My niece would love to read this magazine.
I have never read it, but it looks like a great and appropriate read!
We look thru the American Girl catalog book of dolls all the time. But I didnt know they also had a magazine. This would be great for the girls. Lots of interesting and fun things to read. thanks for bringing it to my attention.
Didnt know they had a magazine. My niece would love it.
I loved magazines as a kid..what girl wouldnt love to get her own subscription in the mail 🙂
What a cute mag!If I had a daughter I would subscribe.
Apple snacks… perfect for fall. Yum! We need to get some apples and the new magazine.
What a great magazine! My nieces would’ve loved it….I think they are just a tad too old for it now. Love the recipes!
I think my daughter would love this. It looks like it has a lot of awesome stuff in it.
This sounds like a great magazine for young girls with articles on pertinent issues and fun ideas. This would make a great Christmas gift that lasts all year.
You mean to tell me that there is a magazine that has a a positive message for little girls in it? Letting all my friends that are moms know!!
You mean to tell me that there is a magazine that has a a positive message for little girls in it? Letting all my friends that are moms know!!
If and when I ever have a daughter I will definitly be ordering this magazine for her… good stuff! And I dont blame Luv… apples are the best!
Sounds like a wonderful magazine for girls. My granddaughters are too little to appreciate it now but in a few years I’m sure they would it.
Seems like a nice magazine, something I would have loved as a young girl.
My daughter would love this. I love that it has healthy snack ideas.
My daughter would like this.
I like that the magazine is feeding the mine while entertaining, as well as encouraging healthy snacking
I really like that they have a nice magazine that isnt filled with filth for young girls. When my grandaughter is old enough to read it I will get it for her. Love their dolls too!
Luv’s review really cuts to the chase ~ this is a really great magazine for young girls. So glad to see that it is chocked full actual articles and not a lot of fluff and ads that are not necessarily for their age group.
My niece loves this magazine
I didn’t know about this magazine. Thanks for the information.
We love American Girl doll and books!
I am not familiar with this magazine, but it sounds spot on for where my oldest (6) is in life. I especially like that they included a feature on standing up to a bully. We’ve been fortunate not to have much experience, but there have been occasional “mean girl” encounters. I think it’s very important for kids to know how to handle themselves in those situations.
I have never read an American Girl magazine before. I do like that they have great articles.
What a great concept of a magazine this is. I didn’t know they had American Girl Magazine’s.
I think this magazine is good for girls as it teaches them what to do when they are bored. I can’t tell you how many times my daughter has said, “I am bored to the gourd.” I am still trying to understand that phrase. Another thing I noticed was that it is not making girls feel bad about themselves but rather teaches them acceptance of themselves by not showing “perfect” model girl. Kudos.
Looks like such a great magazine for girls…will have to order this for my great niece!
American Girl magazine is very good, great for girls!
I don’t even know any girls this age. This looks totally cute, however. Will pass along.
My friend’s daughter loves American Girl so Ill pass this on!
I bet this is a magazine that all little girls would love to read. I loved reading magazines as a child (still do), so I’ll definitely have to check this one out, once my baby girl gets older.
This magazine looks great! I’m sure my niece would love it!
Standing up to a bully is a scary but necessary action. It was a problem for me as a kid and even as an adult now it still resonates.
mmm…apples. Love using apples in recipes this time of the year! And articles on bullying are always helpful as well.
This is just so cute! Publications like this build confidence in girls from a young age!
This looks like so much fun! I used to love magazines when I was little- and getting something in the mail just for me was so exciting!
I love this magazine! The bullying feature is excellent. You are exactly right; all parents should read it and discuss this with their kids.
I agree that an apple smoothie sounds good;) Cute magazine!
American Girls are classic! Love them!
That’s not a bad price for six months.
My girls love american girl.
I like all the relevant articles and information that are age appropriate In the American Girl magazine.
My niece loves the American Girl Dolls. I didnt know they had a magazine. Nice to see they also have an article about bullying in the issue. Its such an important issue for kids to deal with today.
I just had a baby girl and I can’t wait til she starts liking these dolls and all the other girly toys
Aw.. your lo is so smart! I love how she said she wanted to try it because it didn’t have glutens! 🙂
My girls love american girl..