Kurio Magazine Subscription | Ages 8-12
Designed to inspire curiosity, creativity and encourage kids to think big!
Original comics, graphic stories, and real world facts to help develop a love for reading.
Take a look inside:
What's included in the subscription?
- Bi-monthly delivery to your chosen address.
- Eco-friendly printing and 100% plastic-free packaging.
- Each issue is filled with original comics, illustrations, real-life facts, and stories about inspirational people, an experiment, a recipe, and a paper toy. Plus jokes, puzzles, and book reviews!
The benefits of KURIO
- Develops creativity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Builds general and scientific knowledge
- Motivates early readers with different forms of stories
- Encourages curiosity and a love of learning
- Eco-friendly and gender neutral content
Who is behind KURIO
KURIO was created by Dr Sophie Dauvois — scientist, educator, and co-founder of OKIDO — alongside Alex Barrow, Editor of KURIO, a London-based illustrator and children’s book author.
As the original OKIDO audience grew older, we saw a clear need for a magazine that could continue to nurture curiosity — but with greater depth, challenge, and space for independent thinking. KURIO was developed as the next step: thoughtful, in-depth content designed for older children ready to question the world around them.
Alex Barrow, a long-time contributor to OKIDO, brings KURIO to life through imaginative storytelling and a strong visual identity that speaks directly to curious, creative minds.
Alongside its core team, KURIO collaborates with new and emerging artists, writers, and creators, whose comics, articles, and ideas appear throughout the magazine — making each issue a rich, collective exploration of culture, science, and creativity.
FAQs
Who is KURIO for?
KURIO is perfect for curious kids aged 7-12 who love exploring new ideas, getting hands-on, and learning about the world through science and art. It’s also a great resource for parents and educators looking for engaging, educational content.
It’s also the perfect next step for kids who’ve grown up with OKIDO, building on their love for science and art with even more exciting ideas and challenges to explore.
How often is KURIO published?
KURIO is published every two months, so there’s always something new and exciting to look forward to!
How is KURIO different from OKIDO?
KURIO is designed for older children (ages 7-12), building on the success of OKIDO’s focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths) learning. It dives deeper into topics, encouraging more independence, critical thinking, reading and creativity in curious young minds.
Is KURIO available internationally?
Yes! KURIO is available for readers worldwide. Shipping costs and delivery times vary by location.
Subscription is for my grandson, who was 7 in October, moved up from having OKIDO for the past 4 years to KURIO. Hopefully he will enjoy interacting as much as he did with the OKIDO. Initial impressions are very positive.
My 8-year-old had recently commented that she was getting too old for Okido. Receiving the first issue of Kurio was therefore very well timed! She was really excited when it arrived, did the yeti and ice crafts all by herself, and was inspired to draw her own comic strip! :)
My daughter loves it and talks about what she’s learnt
Our child really loves their Okido so we’ve tried out Kurio now they’re 7. They say ‘the story was really funny’, and the puzzles definitely kept them out of trouble for bit. Looking forward to the next one. They’re not ready to give up Messy though… I was hoping to make a straight swap.
My daughter ( we bought this for our grandson) reports.. ‘ We love it, so creative and colourful. The magazine is very interactive and has stimulated our home science experiments, my son has started his own comic strip and he is eagerly awaiting the next edition’
My granddaughter loved Okido so much we decided to order Kurio too. This is a quality magazine with a mix of learning and fun. Very well done!
A great, entertaining and educational distraction both for my 7-year-old daughter who receives it, and also her 9-year-old brother who now also wants to read it - and start cooking the recipes!!
My granddaughter was so excited to receive her latest copy that she forgot to take off her coat and just sat down to read it!!!
My granddaughters are absolutely thrilled with this Magazine. Carry it around quoting sections especially unusual facts. Great addition. Thankyou
This is a team full of creativity, passion, and humanity. The Okido magazine accompanied my child for over three years, and now we've switched to Kurio. It is equally fascinating and challenging, and my child absolutely loves it.
My 7-yr-old grandson eagerly awaited the arrival of Okido, but as he grew older and more inquisitive it was his young sister who was reading it while Ru fell enthusiastically onto Kurio as soon as it was delivered. Kurio for the truly curious!
My granddaughter says it’s brilliant and she’s really enjoying it her first issue. Xxx
Jemima 8 loves her upgrade to Kurio
Kurio subscription for my grandchildren, aged 6 and 7 years of age. Both excited by the content of the 'Robot' edition they received and looking forward to the back ordered first 'Ice edition' during halfterm. Pitched perfectly for their age and the next couple of years but not sure it would engage 10 to 12 year olds quite so readily. Difficult to cater for five years of child devellopment.
The magazine was bought as a birthday gift for my 7yr old grandson who is a good reader. He is gradually working his way through it and mentioned that he particularly likes the puzzles.
I liked the bits of comics.It tells you how to make stuff. I made a Yeti.I would recommend it.
I (aged 7yrs)
Grandson, (a previous recipient of Okido) was immediately engrossed in Kurio. I haven't had much specific feedback yet, other than it is great!
