Claire Caprioli - "Gandhi's Spinning Wheel"

This article from the September 2013 issue of Calliope describes the Asmat people of New Guinea's story of creation and its relevance in their society today. For children 9-14 years.

"The Four 'Seasons' of Texas"

This article from the April 2013 issue of Faces describes the wild weather of Texas, which can be broken down into four rough seasons. For children 9-14 years.

"Gandhi's Spinning Wheel"

This article from the March 2013 issue of Calliope explores the importance of the spinning wheel, both symbolically and in its actual use by Mahatma Gandhi and his followers, as they led India toward independence. For children 9-14 years.

"Gandhi's Spinning Wheel"

Excerpt from article:

"When the British ruled India in the mid-1800's, cotton was such a desirable commodity that they forced the Indians to ship all raw cotton to England for cloth manufacturing. The Indian people then had to buy their clothing, made from Indian cotton, from Britain.

It was injustices such as this one that strengthened Mahatma Gandhi's belief in the need for an Independent India..."