Dig™

Archaeology & History for grades 5-9

Travel into the past with DIG as archaeologists and historians explore the mysteries of ancient civilizations. Full of exclusive scoops and photos seen nowhere else, each issue of this classroom magazine features articles about the latest archaeological discoveries, on-site reports from important digs, and special sections done in partnership with leading museums. With DIG, aspiring archaeologists are inspired to continue to explore the past on their own.

In addition to robust nonfiction articles, here is a sampling of the regular features you'll find in each issue of DIG magazine for grades 5-9:

• Did You Know?: Quick fact related to archaeology and issue's theme
• Five Facts: From wacky to humorous to stimulating - and all related to the theme
• Ask Dr. Dig: Answers questions submitted by readers
• Stones and Bones: Brief entries focusing on recent finds
• Joke: Quick - and funny
• The Adventures of Dr. Dig: A cartoon feature that introduces readers to Dr. Dig in the field
• What’s This?: Back cover feature that asks readers to identify an artifact
• Resources: Variety of resources designed to encourage delving into archaeology
• Numbers: Two facts that tell of uncovered finds - how many, how old, how big, and the like
• On the Web: Variety of Web sites that will broaden readers' understanding of theme
• Artifacts: Features an uncovered find (often a piece of art) and several facts about it
• DIG Stuff: Publishes readers’ comments, sometimes with art
• Awesome Art: Publishes readers’ art
• Activities: Engaging, interesting, and mentally stimulating ways to review material in the issue

"What a fantastic resource and educational tool - I only wish I had the opportunity to read DIG^TM in my childhood days." - March Hilveda, President, Into Archaeology

THE TRUTH ABOUT DINOSAURS (Jul, 2006)

So many DIG readers have asked about dinosaurs that we decided to focus this issue on them! You're going to love it! You'll meet 11-year-old Jane and found just who IT is and how they managed to take the bones from the site to the lab to the museum. And, then Sue will tell us just how those fairly short legs moved - and how fast. We also tell you how paleontologists know this type of information. Heard about feathered dinosaurs? Well, we have the person at the forefront of this field to tell you what the 'real' story is. Another great article focuses on triceratops and how they used their horns to fight one another. You'll be surprised at the clues the led to the discovery. And, there is much more, including an up-close photo of baby dinosaur skin - right from the eggs themselves. Join us for an issue you are sure never to forget!



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