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

ALEXANDER THE GREAT (Mar, 2008)

Heard of the Gordion knot? Know who "untied" it? If you answered, "Alexander the Great." You're right - as the legend goes. But, what's the real story? This issue of DIG has the answer - and many more, all related to the conqueror of the then known world. We'll travel across Asia, trying, with the archaeologists, to locate just which route he took. In Egypt, we have a great time looking for remains of his tomb. And, in Macedonia, we will meet those onsite at the recently discovered tombs at Vergina, "reading" the finds that have some amazing - and controversial - tales to tell. Wonder how Alexander really looked? Well, a newly discovered coin might have the answer - but we'll wait for the issue to tell you.