Okido is an art & science magazine targeted at readers aged 2 to 7 years old, and sets out to make learning fun. Based in the UK, the magazine has a host of characters such as Messy Monster, Squirrel Boy, Yoga Monkey and Zim Zam Zoom that kids will love, as well as an array of games and cooking ideas which all help to explain the fun of science and art. Their latest issue (#10) deals with feelings and emotions. (WHOA!)
Okido is the brainchild of multimedia designer and scientist, Sophie Dauvois and illustrator Rachel Ortas, and is beautifully illustrated by contemporary artists and designers. They’re always on the lookout for illustrators, so if you’d like to add your touch to the magazine, email alex{AT}okido.co.uk.
Other things to note: Okido magazine is a non profit organization and contains no corporate adverts. Best of all, the magazine is printed with biodegradable links on 100% post consumer recycled paper and is not harmful to children or the environment. The magazine looks promising, and if I had a kid, I’d get them a copy. Better yet, a subscription, even!
Oh thank you thank you – I was just scratching my head as to what to get my nephew for Christmas. It looks perfect! In fact, I want a subscription too!
What a great looking publication! I think science for kids can be so much fun.
I’m glad that there’s another publication out there to set to make learning fun. This magazine looks great!