80 years of growing up Highlights

Highlights magazine was first published in 1946, in a little two-room office above a car dealership.

Husband and wife Garry Cleveland Myers and Caroline Clark Myers were nationally recognized leaders in education and child development. They filled their first magazines for children with stories, adventures, brainteasers and, of course, iconic Hidden Pictures puzzles.

Every issue since then has reflected their philosophy that children become their “best selves” by using their creativity and imagination; developing their reading, thinking and reasoning skills; and learning to treat others with respect, kindness and sensitivity.

We still believe children are the most important people and everything Highlights creates continues to be with them in mind. We’ve spent decades helping families discover their best selves: Curious, Creative, Caring and Confident.

What families loved about Highlights decades ago continues today with a new generation. From our flagship magazine, our impact on children has grown to include subscription boxes, books, learning resources and more, and you can find us at many of your favorite retailers.  

Celebrate this lifelong tradition of connection through endearing storytelling, with a dose of Highlights humor.

Dentist offices, your mailbox and … The Simpsons? Highlights magazine has been a household name for decades, including in our favorite TV shows and movies! See a sampling of where Highlights has been popping up in pop culture over the years.