Calliope®

Discover the mysteries of the past with CALLIOPE^TM! Each issue 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 worldís leading museums and primary sources make the stories come alive. Word origins and activities all add up to even more fun for budding historians.

• From Past to Present highlights a topic's relevance to today
• Word Origins add insight into the study of languages and cultures
• Curriculum-focused issues follow national standards for history education

"CALLIOPE^TM - 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

Indigo (Sep, 2010)

What connects Egyptian mummies, pirates, Mahatma Gandhi and blue jeans? Indigo! It's the dye used to make blue jeans! But, that's only a recent use. It's actually very ancient and very international. People have made fortunes with it, yet, at the same time, it's caused wars and mutinies. It was even part of the slave trade. Now, you're probably asking if anyone has ever made synthetic indigo? Yes-and it almost ended the real indigo trade. So, join us to find out not only what the secret to the blue in your jeans but also the answer to why knowing about indigo is a must to understand just how people interconnect through trade and a love for the blue color indigo produces!