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Calliope®
World History for grades 5-9
Discover the mysteries of the past with CALLIOPE! Each issue of this classroom magazine is an adventure that brings young explorers face to face with history-makers in places and cultures from around the world and throughout time. Dramatic tales and action-packed plays bring past events vividly to life. Articles illustrated with art from the world's leading museums and primary sources make the stories come alive. Word origins and activities all add up to even more fun for budding historians.
In addition to robust nonfiction articles, here is a sampling of the regular features you’ll find in each issue of CALLIOPE magazine for grades 5-9:
- Musings: A quote related to the theme that can be used as a discussion/essay starting point
- Five Facts: From wacky to humorous to stimulating - and all related to the theme
- Then and Now: Back cover feature that brings use of an object or an idea from the past into the present
- Fun With Words: Origins and derivations of words related to the theme
- From Past to Present: Focuses on legacy and relevance of issue’s theme to 21st century
- Ask CALLIOPE: Answers questions submitted by readers
- From Our Readers: Publishes readers’ writing and art
- Off the Shelf: Variety of resources designed to encourage further exploration of the theme
- On the Net: Variety of Web sites (some interactive) that will broaden readers' understanding of theme
- Activities: Engaging, interesting, and mentally stimulating ways to review material in the issue
"CALLIOPETM - a first rate publication that encourages young minds to wander into history and brings the spirit of history alive." - Martha Sharp Joukowky, Associate Professor, Brown University
Upcoming Themes | Teacher's Guides | Interactive Sample
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Meet the Orchestra (May, 2013)
Product Code CAL1305
Ever wonder who sits where in an orchestra? Ever try to name the instruments that make up an orchestra? Ever see the music score a conductor uses? Yes or no, you're sure to someday ask yourself those questions. So, you'll want to put this issue on your "keep me" shelf! And, there's lots more-interviews with composers, conductors, and musicians. We'll also travel back in time to the first musical groups Would you believe the ancient Assyrians even documented their "orchestra"! How about instruments that talk?-and there are many of them! What fun this issue is going to be! And one that will last you a lifetime!
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