Archaeology Magazines for Children

Although many of the general public magazines for archaeology are perfectly suitable for children, there are also several new journals directed to those kids who are early intrigued by the adventures of archaeologists.

Wacky ... But True
Australian-based magazine for children ages 8 to 15, including articles on history, ancient history, and archaeology.

Archaeology's Dig
The primary archaeology news magazine for children, produced by the Archaeology Institute of America, who also produces Archaeology magazine.

Calliope
Calliope is published nine times a year, includes articles on World History for 4th graders and up. From Cobblestone publishers, who publish several magazines for children of various ages.

Cobblestone
TCobblestone magazine covers American History for kids fourth grade and older. Published nine times a year.

Dragonfly Quest for Boys and Girls Clubs
Dragonfly magazine is for kids 3rd grade through lower middle school to publish their own scientific research. Published as a supplment in Scientific American Explorations.

Muse
Muse is the kid's magazine (pre-teen) sponsored by the Smithsonian magazine and featuring many of the research conducted there. Published nine times a year.

National Geographic for Kids
From the United States National Geographic Society, a magazine specifically for kids in the pre-teen age range, published 10 times a year, occasionally has archaeology-oriented articles. And their website is pretty cool.

Odyssey: Adventures in Science
A general science magazine for 10-14 year olds, Odyssey somestimes has articles on archaeological sites and issues.

Owl: The Discovery Magazine for Kids
Owl is a general science magazine published 10 times annually by Bayard Canada, and intended for 9-13 year olds. Also a French version, called Les Debrouillards. Bayard also published Chirp and Chickadee for younger children.

Yes Mag
Yes is a Canadian science magazine published six times annually for pre-teens.

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