Who did what in Ancient Rome?
October 26, 2009 by Lori Calabrese · View Comments
Cover of October 2009 Appleseeds Magazine
Ever wonder who did what in Ancient Rome? APPLESEEDS continues their wonderful ‘Who did What’ feature. In the October 2009 issue, readers can find out what it was like to live in Ancient Rome. What kinds of jobs did people have? Explore what it was like to be a Roman, from chariots, to taking a bath with your friends, to having a toga party!
I’m excited to announce that I have two articles in this issue!
“Gladiatrix: Fierce Females” highlights the women that fought as gladiators. When most of us think of a gladiator, we think of a strong muscular man, but according to history, even women stepped into the gladiator arena. Find out why.
“The Way We Wash” highlights the fact that Ancient Romans washed their clothes in human urine. Yes, you read that right. You’ll be amazed at what you find out in this article!
November’s right around the corner, so be sure to pick up your Oct. copy of APPLESEEDS. You’ll never look at Ancient Rome the same!
Meet the Witch of Agnesi
September 16, 2009 by Lori Calabrese · View Comments
Ever wonder what goes on in the amazing brains of the world’s “whiz kids”? No one knows exactly. What we do know is that throughout history some young people have shown amazing abilities. Meet them in this month’s issue of APPLESEEDS.
There are so many fascinating articles in this jam-packed issue, including my article on Maria Agnesi. Agnesi was an amazing woman to research because she was educated at a time when females were expected to take care of the house. She was the eldest of 21 children (yes, you read that right–how times have changed!), tutored her brothers and wrote the first mathematics book by a woman that still survives.
Definitely check out this issue to learn about an amazing group of child prodigies!
Magellan's Madness
May 19, 2009 by Lori Calabrese · View Comments
There are so many Amazing Journeys out there, you could fill an entire issue of Appleseeds and more! I’m happy to announce that my article, “Magellan’s Madness,” is featured in the May 2009 issue of Appleseeds.
Magellan was the first explorer to circumnavigate the globe and cross the Pacific Ocean. Ferdinand Magellan did it on his famous voyage in search of a westward route to the Moluccas (now Melaka). This is one of the greatest Portuguese explorers to ever sail the ocean and he’ll always be remembered as the first man who sailed around the world.
Be sure to check out the teacher’s guide for Appleseeds’ Amazing Journeys and “Magellan’s Madness.”
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