About Ranger Rick

Ranger Rick, for kids 7 & up, brings kids all the things they most enjoy: close encounters with animals in the wild… science discoveries to share with friends and use in school assignments… and special pages full of puzzles, riddles, and mazes that stimulate logical thinking.

Every Ranger Rick delivers:

  • Amazing wildlife photography – revealing marvels of the natural world
  • Outdoor adventures, wilderness discoveries, and projects that foster environmental awareness
  • Expert answers to readers’ questions about plants, animals, and wilderness
  • Puzzles, games, crafts, stories, cartoons and more – all full of learning fun!

Ranger Rick publishes 10 times a year: Dec/Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun/Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

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About Ranger Rick Jr.

Ranger Rick Jr., for kids 4-7, is filled with awesome animal photos, stories, games, activities. Ricky Raccoon and Sammy Skunk host young readers as they explore 36-pages of pure animal learning fun!

Every Ranger Rick Jr. is bursting with:

  • Riveting wildlife photos
  • Tons of animal facts
  • Games, puzzles and activities
  • Ideas for outdoor fun

Ranger Rick Jr. publishes 10 times a year: Dec/Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun/Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

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About Ranger Rick Cub

A First Look at Animals for Children Ages 0-4.

Ranger Rick Cub introduces toddlers to the world of animals, through stories, photos, and fun activities.

Every Ranger Rick Cub comes with:

  • Beautiful animal photos that also teach familiar adjectives and verbs, highlight letter and number recognition
  • Simple and endearing animal stories about bears, chipmunks, ducks and more.
  • Learning activities that ask children to sort, find, or compare objects
  • Sing-song animal poems
  • Activities little kids can do outside
  • Parent tips for sharing animal learning fun.

Ranger Rick Cub publishes 6 times a year: Jan/Mar/May/July/Sep/Nov

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About Zoobooks

Zoobooks, the encyclopedia of animals, is a series containing 58 different titles on animals from A to Z. Each Ranger Rick Zoobooks contains facts about a specific animal or group of animals and includes interactive pullout activity pages to help children enjoy learning! In a trademark design, words, captivating photographs and beautiful illustrations work together to make complex concepts easily understandable.


About Zootles

The National Wildlife Federation has stopped publishing Zootles and is sending Ranger Rick Jr. in its place. If you currently have a subscription to Ranger Rick Jr. the remaining issues will be added to your existing Ranger Rick Jr. subscription.

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About Ranger Rick Dinosaures

Ranger Rick Dinosaurs, for ages 4-7 explores the wild, long-gone world of dinosaurs and other prehistoric reptiles. Each title focuses on a different dinosaur group, exciting a thirst for learning and encouraging curiosity well beyond its pages. In a trademark design, words, captivating photographs and beautiful illustrations work together to make complex concepts easily understandable.


Where can I find my expiration date?

The month-end expiration date of your subscription can be found on your magazine label, above your name. You can also click here to view your expiration information.

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How can I change my address?

Changing your address can be done easily online by clicking here.


One of my Ranger Rick issues was never delivered. What should I do?

You can check the most recent issues our records show that you should have received by clicking here.

Note: Regarding a late or missing issue, please know we are experiencing manufacturing delays due to paper shortages. We are doing everything within our means to ensure timely delivery.  Please allow for up to a 1-2 weeks delay.  Please reach out to us if you have not received your issue after that time.


How do I switch my subscription to a more age-appropriate title?

Please click here to contact our customer service department and make the switch.


Why do I have to enter my e-mail address?

For us to better serve you, we will ask for your e-mail address from time to time. Providing us with your e-mail address will allow you to receive an important message from Ranger Rick regarding your subscription. To check or provide us with your latest e-mail address, please click here.


How do I make a payment?

If a payment is due, you will be prompted on the account information page to make a payment on your account. Online payments can be made using your credit card or bank account.

If you would like to pay by check or money order, please include your account number with your payment and mail it to:

Ranger Rick
PO Box 3056
Harlan, IA 51593-0120


Why did I receive a bill after I already sent a payment?

Please keep in mind that it can take up to two weeks for us to receive and process your payment. If it has been less than two weeks since you sent your payment, please disregard any invoices that you receive. If it has been more than two weeks since you remitted payment, please click here to check your last payment date.


How can I cancel my subscription?

You can cancel a subscription by clicking here.


Questions? Concerns?

If you have further questions or concerns please use a link below to email the respective magazine customer service teams.