In this issue, we introduce more interviews (with a twist!), we catch up with evolving technologies, and we give some of the old favourites a fresh feel. This might also be the cutest issue ever, as you can't help but say "Aaawww!" when you see those big-eyed bushbabies. So too so we marvel at natures's scary volcanoes. At the same time, we can't help but see yellow everywhere, as the flowers are blooming and spring is on its way. Celebrate the seasons with your mag in hand. Maybe take a road trip to far-off places with odd and interesting names, or just out your feet up and read your SN. 

In this issue, we take a look at what it means to be a leader.

Leaders make difficult decisions for others, do what’s right, and act in a way that’s best for all. It’s not easy being a leader, but each of us can be leaders in our own ways. You can be a leader in your classroom, family, local book club, or aim higher and be a leader like Greta Thunberg. If you aim to make the world a better place, that makes you a leader! Read about Lions and how their hierarchy works, or find out what your DNA could have to do with your leadership abilities. Learn about previous leaders and their opinions about the future or simply learn some interesting facts about world leaders past and present.

There’s a coming-of-age here at Supernova with this issue. the beginning of something new and exciting. Just like the life-cycle of a frog, many strange and confusing things need to happen before there’s a perfectly formed adult frog. Even history and human development goes through cycles: take a look at the history of cars, and reflect on the electrifying future! Find out how Frida Kahla struggled to overcome many personal challenges to become a wonderful artist, and explore the myths and stories we’ve passed down over the generations to make sense of the world around us.

Sometimes you might feel like you’re on the dark side of the moon, but learn to embrace and even appreciate change and the hiccups of growth in this issue of Supernova. Happy reading!

In this issue:

The Life Cycle of Frogs and Toads
The Dark Side of the Moon
A Timeline of the History of Cars
All About the Life of Frida Kahlo
Big Cats and Why They Need Your Help
Freaky Foods of SA
Indoor Skydiving
Flags of the World, part 1
Stonehenge
How to Write in the Tragedy Genre
How to be a Magician
Myths and Stories from South Africa’s Past
And as always… much much more.

This issue of Supernova is about all things big and small, fierce and fragile and weird and wonderful. Go back in time and imagine seeing a sloth the size of a house. Or a delicate flower that stems from a 100 million years ago. Turn the clock forward and learn how humankind has learnt to measure and adapt with the scientific method or how certain world leaders have completely lost their marbles. It seems so strange that all these things play out on the same small blue planet.

Welcome to the new volume of Supernova! We have taken a step back and for a fresh perspective on your favourite kids’ magazine. It’s incredible how looking at something from a new view gives you so many fresh ideas. We have kept all of the favourites and updated some parts to make the mag even more fun-filled and fantastic. There are even whole new sections called The Big Picture (p.2) and Writing Whiz (p.13).

All the short ‘n crunchy articles are now in the first half of the magazine. Check out Morse Code (p.20) and The Seven Summits (p.22). The longer features start from page 26.

This issue’s feature animal is the southern ground-hornbill. Have you ever spotted one in the wild? If you have, you’re quite lucky because it’s quite a rare find. Find out more about it in Ant’s Eco Adventures (p.26).

The longer features include some of the most bizarre coincidences in the world (p.32), the colourful language of some of our indigenous flowers (p.36) and the epic tale of ancient Greek myths (p.40). We hope you enjoy reading this issue! Send us a message and let us know what you think!

In this issue:

Otters
Energy
Bees
Remembering Koko
NASA spinoffs
The ISS
Armenia
Be a NASA technologist
Comics
Nuclear Power
Crafts

Sometimes life can get us a little down. So much of our planet’s beautiful nature is fading away. We’re burning fuel faster than we can make it or clean up the mess it leaves behind. So many species are going extinct and global warming feels like a ticking time bomb!

We say no! This is not the Supernova state of mind. We won’t let all the bad news in the world get us down. There are opportunities around every corner. For instance, learn what can be done to help save the otters in Ant’s Eco Adventures (p.12). Find out how renewable energies work and how it’s the future of clean energy supply (p.18). Remember to have lots of fun as you read this issue. It’s easy to be a responsible human if you know lots about the world and if you have a positive outlook on life.


Our main feature for this issue contains some super hairy, eight-legged, four-eyed little creatures. You guessed it, SPIDERS! Knowing more about spiders and another arachnids can make your fear turn into fascination.

Other features include: cosplay, a journey to the centre of the Earth, breaking the sound barrier and lots more.


It's our 40th issue! And this one has it all. Giraffes, lost tribes, mysterious books, the emoji language and lots, lots more.

The third issue in volume 7, this magazine is will inform and amuse! Stuffed with activities, history, science and lots of fun stuff, too . Learn about Wild Dogs and their habitat and diet, and make a doggy treat, join us on a mission to Mars with NASA and the Space X program,  and discover Mongolian cultures and traditions. Don't forget to try out our paper art activity!  Also: learn a Conlang, be a make-up artist, explore the ocean deep, the dark story of the slave trade, and discover the origins of comics. 

Stay curious! 

The second issue in the newest volume, this mag is bursting with information, activities and just everything a kid needs. Learn about rock pools and how to spot even the tiniest creature inside of the smallest pool, the wonders of the ancient world, and read the amazing story of Malala, a young girl who is helping change the world. Don't forget to make your own lighthouse of Alexandria! Also in this issue: Kwezi, a South African comic, edible insects, and the origins of blue.

The first issue in the newest volume, 7.1 has some interesting changes and some comforting regulars! 

Black Eagles, the silent hunters of the cliffs are the featured animals in this issue! Learn all about their scientific names, habitat, distribution, and threats to their existence. You can even make a mask and become a Black Eagle yourself! Also in this issue: 

- The Cassini Spacecraft
- Galileo and his pendulum
- How to draw comics like a pro
- The top 10 ways the world could end
- The difference between screen time and reading
- Space facts to amaze

And so much more. Don't miss out on a single issue, subscribe today!

Elephant shrew, what about you is true? / You are not an elephant, nor are you a shrew. / Yet you look a bit like the two, / don’t you? - Out now! The 36th issue of Supernova magazine has it all. Animals, archaeology, activities, games, technology, history and exotic fruit! Yes, even exotic fruit. 

Features include: Nick Evans: The snake wrangler; Homo naledi: The latest news; allergies; South Africa's headdress heritage; elephants; mountain unicycling.

Features include: Animation; Bonné de Bod; pilgrimages; history of toilets; science of seeds; handball.

Features include: Nanobots; patterns in nature; Mapungubwe; solar system; honey badgers; river boarding.

Features include: Sunken treasure, South African UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Where our food comes from, Sci-fi technology come true, African penguins, and Snail racing.

Features include: Our place in the universe, citizen science, trains, South African ghost stories, servals, and mountain biking.

Features include: Cryptic creatures; tornadoes; Brazil; phytophthora; bossaball; and pangolins.

Features include: The mimic octopus; Leonardo da Vinci; prosthetics; fungi; bog snorkelling; and cycads.

Features include: Black holes, the digestive system, history of board games, the provinces of South Africa, bats, and dodgeball.

Features include: China, The Magaliesberg, Waffles, Microorganisms, Millipedes, and Extreme  Ironing...

Features include: Homo naledi; Around the world on Christmas; Hacking; Bonsai, Vultures, and Chessboxing.

Features include: the human skeleton; vampires; Marie Curie, South African cuisine; southern African whales, and marbles.

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