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

ANIMALS OF THE ANCIENTS (Jul, 2007)

Here's an issue you sure don't want to miss, especially if you have a pet - be it a cat, dog, gerbil, snake, or horse. You'll find out why the Egyptians favored animals - enough to use a specific animal head, not human, to represent particular gods and goddesses. Find out why the ancient people of India especially treasured dogs. Like cats? - then Egypt's your place and we'll visit a cemetery with mummified cats. Have a guinea pig? How about your classroom teacher? Whether your answer is "yes" or "no," you won't want to miss the articles on a rodent find in Venezuela - is it guinea's ancestor? Can't say - it will spoil the suspense. Well, see you in July - with this issue that sure to be a highlight on your summer fun list in 2007.