Dig™

Travel into the past with DIG^TM as archaeologists and historians explore the mysteries of ancient civilizations through what they left behind. Read about the cultural, scientific, and architectural accomplishments of societies from all corners of the world.


Each issue features articles about the latest archaeological discoveries, photos of artifacts and works in progress, clever puzzles, and hands-on projects. The use of primary sources to learn about the ancient world will inspire students to continue to explore the past on their own.

• Latest discoveries and recent developments form the core subject matter
• Ask Dr. Dig - our resident archaeologist answers your questions
• Leading archaeologists write articles in every 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

EARLY PEOPLES (Apr, 2007)

Who are DIGTM's Early Peoples? Well, here are some clues: For this issue, they're all people who once lived in the area now called the United States. Because there are so many of them and so few pages of DIG, DIG had to make difficult choices regarding which would be included in the issue. Intrigued! Good! Then, let's go!

It will be south to Florida, north to Boston, and then lots of places in between. There'll be a stop at Cahokia to see how many more of its mysteries have been unraveled. Another stop will be to visit the Hohokam and find out just how they etched and painted shells. In a few places, we'll meet a girl who was the heroine of the sun motif and spider tales. There'll also be a real time-travel included as we hop aboard the DIG plane back to the Ice Age to find out what archaeologists are saying about the first Americans. And, there's much more you won't want to miss. So, join DIG for this chance to learn about the people who shared the lands we now call home.

ABOUT THE FRONT COVER

These seated male and female figures were uncovered at the Etowah Site in Georgia. For more information, see pages 24-27. In the background is a reconstructed view of Cahokia and its platform mounds. For more infomation about Cahokia, see pages 28-29.

CONSULTING EDITORS

DIG would like to thank Linda Bitley, David H. Dye, Michael Fuaght, William R. Iseminger, Rose Miller, Eric Powell, KC SMith, A. Gwynn Henderson, Kenneth Barnett Tankersley.