The history of Junior Science Illustrated

(1) Founding story

Between 1977 and 1978, "Youth Science Picture Book" published five issues. In January 1979, the publication was officially renamed "Junior Science Illustrated" and changed to a regularly published monthly magazine. In order to prepare this monthly magazine, more friends gradually joined the team of "Youth Science Illustrated". For 36 years, this is a team that has been called "the simplest and happiest".

The former site of "Youth Science Illustrated" is at No. 51 East Xinglong Street, Chongwenmenwai, Beijing. It was a simple two-story wooden structure with a very difficult working environment. The magazine initially had only one office, but there was always laughter and laughter here. Of course, everyone often "quarrels" over the choice of a manuscript, the modification of a layout, or whether to retain a column... Every issue related to the quality of the magazine can make them forget their age and be serious and persistent. Like a child guarding a beloved toy.

This is an unimaginably simple office. When it rains, the house leaks. So every time it rains, everyone has to cover their desks with plastic sheets after get off work to prevent their manuscripts from getting wet. In winter, the temperature inside the house is about the same as outside. Everyone sitting in the office has to wear coats, scarves and gloves to compile manuscripts, and it’s extremely cold. This is another enviably rich office. The room is filled with all kinds of drawings and manuscripts, a dazzling array of small productions, and a group of such persistent and happy people.

In 1979, China’s only monthly popular science magazine with illustrations and texts targeting teenagers and children, reached the hands of millions of children from here. Today, the children of those years have grown up and become the backbone of all walks of life, especially the technology front. But those who once gave us knowledge and happiness are already in their sixties, with hair as white as snow. The first editor-in-chief Guo Yizhen has left us forever. Time flies, but no matter what, the deep friendship between "Youth Science Illustrated" and its readers is indestructible...

It can be said that "Youth Science Illustrated" is not only a magazine for children is a popular science publication and a magical world that makes every editor and author fall in love with science. Later, the magazine "Youth Science Illustrated" moved to No. 6, North Third Ring Road, Beijing. Among the previous editorial teams, whether they are old editors with gray hair or young editors in their prime, they are all full of energy. In order to provide the best spiritual food for young readers, the editorial department of "Junior Science Illustrated" has been working tirelessly for 36 years, carefully selecting topics, planning, and editing... Whenever I receive praises from children and hear their laughter, Feeling their growth is the most gratifying time for all editors and authors.

(2) Widely Attention

"Youth Science Pictorial" has not only attracted the attention of the party and state leaders since its inception, but also received the cordial care of the older generation of scientists. On the tenth anniversary of the founding of the publication, famous scientists at the time sent congratulatory messages. In the years that followed, those great scientists who loved children's science popularization also wrote inscriptions for us, affirming and encouraging the work of "Youth Science Illustrated".

(3) Major Events

In 1979, "Youth Science Pictorial", formerly "Youth Science Picture Book", was founded! !

Not long after its publication, the columns of mathematics, physics, chemistry, animals and plants, astronomy, geography, sports, handicrafts, etc. have been deeply loved by readers, and many articles have won awards.

In 1987, Carrot Head, a good friend of young readers and one of the stars of the magazine, was born.

In 1989, on the tenth anniversary of the publication, the older generation of scientists sent congratulatory messages and inscriptions.

In 1992, Carrot Tou’s good friend Ami was also born. Ami and Carrot Tou made a lot of jokes together, but they became the children's favorite friends.

In 2001, the magazine expanded from 32 pages to 48 pages, with more colorful content. In 2003, it changed to full color printing.

In 2005, the magazine established the ARMY Club to make it easier to hold knowledge competitions and popular science lectures for young readers.

In 2009, the magazine won the title of "Influential Journal in the 60 Years of New China". Before that, it had won: the first National Journal Award, the National Serial Newspaper "Golden Circle Award", the General Administration of Press and Publication's Youth Award An excellent journal recommended for children.

Junior Science Illustrated Magazine keeps pace with the times and has successively launched blogs, electronic magazines, and Weibo. In 2013, the magazine launched WeChat, APP and cartoons.

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