Schools & Libraries Edition
Welcome to What on Earth! Magazine, the award-winning magazine for curious children aged 6–14, created in partnership with Encyclopaedia Britannica.
£100 of free books for your school
This fantastic collection brings together some of What on Earth!’s most popular non-fiction titles, including Britannica’s Encyclopedia Infographica and Secret FACTopia!.
Packed with fascinating facts, eye-catching illustrations and surprising stories, they’re designed to get children of all reading abilities reading for pleasure and following their curiosity.
What on Earth! Magazine
Developed in partnership with Peters, the UK’s leading specialist supplier of children’s books and furniture to schools and public libraries, each special Schools & Libraries Edition is packed with 20 pages of amazing facts, eye-popping photos, brain-teasing quizzes, puzzles, games, activities, jokes and more.
A must-have for every classroom, it sparks young readers’ natural curiosity about the world and engages even the most reluctant readers, helping them discover the joy of reading for pleasure.
Key Benefits
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Turns reluctant readers into confident readers, extending new pathways into reading for pleasure.
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Ignite young readers' natural curiosity about the world, sparking informal book talk both in school and at home.
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Monthly pdf of practical tips and activities from Peters’ team of qualified teachers and librarians for using the magazine to enhance children’s literacy skills.
Testimonials
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Prof. Teresa Cremin, child literacy expert
“Our Open University study found that reading What on Earth! Magazine sparked spontaneous conversations and visible excitement among the children.”
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Robyn, reader
“I've been reading What on Earth! Magazine for three years. My favourite bit is telling my Mum and Dad about the facts I discover. There is something amazing on every page!”
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Dan Snow, historian & broadcaster
“What on Earth! Magazine is the perfect antidote to tablets and TV. My kids sit down with it for hours – usually with me peering over their shoulders!”
FAQs
How often is What on Earth! Magazine published?
What on Earth! Magazine is a non-fiction print & digital magazine published 10 times a year.
What age range is it for?
What on Earth! Magazine is designed for curious young minds aged 7 to 14, but its bold, visual style makes it accessible to younger readers too.
Grown-ups often tell us they enjoy reading the magazine, too. So whether you're a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle or older sibling, there's something for everyone. In fact, we like to say What on Earth! Magazine is perfect for ages 6 to 106!
What topics does the magazine cover?
Each issue of What on Earth! Magazine is packed with 20 pages of amazing facts, spectacular photos, quizzes, puzzles, games, home activities, jokes, riddles and more.
We cover all their favourite topics – from animals, space and nature to art, sport, dinosaurs, history and inventions. There's something for every curious young mind!
When will I receive my first issue?
What on Earth! Magazine is sent out to arrive in time for the start of each month. Issues are usually printed and posted around the 16th of the previous month.
So, if you subscribe after the 16th, your first issue will arrive at the beginning of the following month.
Is my subscription automatically renewed?
Yes, your subscription will renew automatically – so you won’t need to sign up again, as long as your payment details are up to date. If your card has expired, we’ll get in touch to let you know.
If you’d prefer not to have your subscription renew automatically, please contact us and we’ll arrange this for you.
How can I update my delivery address?
To change the delivery address of your What on Earth! Magazine subscription, please email info@whatonearthmag.com with the following details:
1. Name of the person who purchased the subscription
2. Email address used for the subscription
3. Current delivery postcode
4. New delivery address
How can I cancel my subscription?
To cancel your subscription, you can:
Email: info@whatonearthmag.com
Call: +44 (0)1778 392479
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