Sample: Free print magazine issue (30-day trial, just pay shipping)
Region: United States
How to Claim: Head to the Honest History website, sign up for the free 30-day trial, and pay only for shipping to get your first issue delivered by mail
Bonus Info: Won a National Parenting Product Award in 2020 and has been named one of the coolest magazines for kids by Mother magazine
If you’ve got a curious kid at home, this one’s worth grabbing. Pop over to
Honest History and kick off a free 30-day trial — your first print issue ships straight to your door, and all you cover is shipping. No subscription charge upfront, and you can cancel anytime with zero hassle.
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Each issue clocks in at 64 pages of original illustrated stories, hands-on activities, and DIYs — all built around one historical theme per quarter. Topics range from ancient civilizations to groundbreaking inventors, and the writing hits just right for ages 6–12 without talking down to them. Bonus: digital editions are included free, so kids can read on the go between print deliveries.
Savvy Star Rating: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Honest History was founded in 2018 by Brooke and David Knight as an independent quarterly magazine for kids
- This offer comes directly from Honest History via their website
- Sign up on the Honest History site and pay only for shipping to receive your free first issue
- Trial runs 30 days; afterward, bundles of 3 magazines ship quarterly at $39.99
- Each issue features original commissioned artwork from illustrators around the world
