Disney Publishing Worldwide Announces Launch of 'FamilyFun Kids', a New, Interactive Children's Magazine

NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Disney Publishing Worldwide, the world's largest publisher of children's books and magazines, today announces the launch of 'FamilyFun Kids', a new, bi-monthly magazine that encourages kids' creativity with hands-on crafts, skill-building recipes, imaginative games, brainteasers, and puzzles.  The magazine, geared to 6- to 12-year-olds, is created by the staff of 'Disney FamilyFun' magazine, which millions of moms turn to each month for creative family ideas. Like its parent magazine, 'FamilyFun Kids' is packed with fun things to read, but is also specifically designed to be a tactile, interactive experience for children with pages they can cut, fold, tear out, and decorate.

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"Many studies show that creative thinking is critical for kids to develop as students and thinkers, yet unfortunately, U.S. creativity scores are declining, and arts programs are being cut," says Editorial Director, Ann Hallock. "'FamilyFun Kids' is designed to spark creative thinking in children by giving them ideas and inspiration to make and do things on their own. There is no magazine out there doing this – and we know parents really crave this kind of creative support for their kids."

The first issue of this hands-on magazine features a playful voice, step-by-step photos and diagrams, ideas from real kids, sneak peeks of great new books, special "art break" pages, where readers can use their imaginations, and even a fold-out-and-use fortune teller. Content will include brand-new activities in addition to favorite ideas from 'FamilyFun's' 20 years of archives, re-worked so kids can do them on their own. 'FamilyFun Kids' magazine is the latest addition to a successful cluster of five premium children's subscription magazines launched in the U.S. by Disney Publishing Worldwide. 'FamilyFun Kids' is available for $23.94 for a year subscription (6 issues), and on newsstands for $4.99 per issue. To learn more about 'FamilyFun Kids', visit FamilyFun.com/kids.

About 'FamilyFun' Magazine
Published by Disney Publishing Worldwide, 'Disney FamilyFun' magazine, which targets families with children under 12, has a rate base of 2.1 million and a total audience of 5.9 million (Source: 2011 Spring MRI).  A trusted source for families, 'FamilyFun' delivers real ideas for - and from - real families. 'FamilyFun' magazine's lively and informative content focuses on making the most of family time together through cooking, crafts, celebrations, volunteering, travel, and other family activities. The Disney FamilyFun brand includes FamilyFun.com, FamilyFun books, craft kits, a digital magazine app and mobile apps, and special interest publications.

SOURCE Disney Publishing Worldwide