TN Marketing's Exciting Expansion of Craft & Hobby
Over 40 hours of high-quality, age-appropriate content is now available to Craft & Hobby subscribers, making it an exciting time for children’s creative education. TN Marketing recently announced a strategic expansion of its direct-to-library streaming platform, Craft & Hobby, which now includes four new dynamic video series licensed from Cricket Media's outstanding Sensical library. With these additions, Craft & Hobby enhances its education and creativity offerings specifically for public and school libraries.
Introducing the New Kids Programming
Among the newly added series, children will find:
Kooki's Crafty Show
A delightful introduction to crafting specifically designed for preschool children, encouraging imaginative play and creativity.
Slick Slim Sam
A fast-paced and engaging series that promotes creativity while encouraging problem-solving skills in kids.
Hack Along
This series focuses on hands-on DIY projects, expertly blending crafting with basic STEM concepts, making learning fun and intuitive.
Cartooning Club: How to Draw
Offering step-by-step drawing tutorials, this program helps children build their artistic skills and confidence while encouraging exploration through art.
Supporting Libraries with Educational Content
This content expansion signifies a meaningful enhancement of Craft & Hobby's library, now offering creative tutorials suitable for children ages 2-12. These resources support libraries in their vital mission to provide safe, enriching, and developmentally appropriate media. The licensing deal also includes additional engaging programs such as Toy Hackers, Will It Slime?, The Paper Girls Show, Louie, and Xploration DIY Sci, with plans for a Q1 2026 launch.
Commitment to Quality and Safety
Each series from the Sensical library undergoes rigorous vetting through Cricket Media's proprietary multi-step review process. This process combines expert human curation with research-backed standards in child development, ensuring that the content is age-appropriate, educationally valuable, and emotionally safe for children. This thoughtful design is to spark curiosity, inspire learning, and build self-esteem amongst young viewers, aligning with the goals of youth services librarians and media specialists.
Vision for the Future
Jim Kopp, President and COO at TN Marketing, commented on the expansion, stating, "This content expansion reflects our commitment to supporting creativity and learning at every age. By partnering with Cricket Media and Sensical, we're making it easier for libraries to provide engaging, trusted content for children, parents, and educators to enjoy." Eric Berger, CEO of Cricket Media, added, "Partnering with TN Marketing's Craft & Hobby is a wonderful opportunity to extend our mission and bring trusted, age-appropriate content to more children and families than ever before." This collaboration fortifies Craft & Hobby's dedication to providing over 5,000 hours of expert-led creative tutorials, solidifying its position as a key resource for libraries seeking high-quality, on-demand creative content.
Contact and More Information
For any library inquiries or to request a demo, please visit the Craft & Hobby website. Craft & Hobby is renowned as the primary creative resource for public, school, and academic libraries, offering access to educational tutorials across more than 22 categories. This includes areas such as crochet, cooking, woodworking, watercolor, photography, and various paper crafts. Patrons and students have the unique opportunity to learn new hobbies or enhance their skills with an impressive collection of 5,000 hours of expert-led video demonstrations available on-demand.
About TN Marketing
TN Marketing stands as a global media company devoted to creating vibrant communities encompassing experts, enthusiasts, and hobbyists. The company operates in over 170 countries, engaging with individuals and helping them explore their interests while unleashing their creative potential. TN Marketing is on a mission to create a worldwide community of passionate learners eager to acquire new skills and share their knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What new programs are included in the Craft & Hobby expansion?
The expansion includes Kooki's Crafty Show, Slick Slim Sam, Hack Along, and Cartooning Club: How to Draw among others.
2. Who is the content from?
The content is licensed from Cricket Media's Sensical library, known for its high-quality children's programming.
3. What age range does this content target?
The new programming is designed for children ages 2-12, ensuring age-appropriate educational content.
4. How does TN Marketing ensure content quality?
All series undergo a comprehensive review process that combines expert curation with child development standards to ensure quality.
5. How can libraries engage with Craft & Hobby?
Libraries can request demos and inquiries through the Craft & Hobby website to explore available resources.
