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Website
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Analysis of Kaqchikel Skeletons: Iximche, Guatemala

For Students 9th - 10th
Report of structural and chemical analysis of skeletal items offers insights into human sacrifice procedures and diet.
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Website
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Plants of the Underworld: Ritual Plant Use (1998)

For Students 9th - 10th
Details the use of plants in burial rituals based on findings during excavation at Actun Nak Beh, Barton Creek, Actun Chapat, and Actun Chechem Ha sites in Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. Site can be viewed in English and...
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Handout
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Sculpture Reconstruction Copan, Honduras (2002)

For Students 9th - 10th
Structure is discussed and well as its purpose as a dwelling place for a ruler/deity.
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Website
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Temple 22 Facade Reconstruction Project (2001)

For Students 9th - 10th
Preliminary research indicates that structure was a sacred mountain used as a political center. Discussion of sculpture meanings is included.
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Website
Archaeological Institute of America

Archaeology: Diving With the Dead

For Students 9th - 10th
Follow a team of divers as they explore the famous cenotes of the Yucatan peninsula. These cenotes hold secrets of Mayan culture still waiting to be told.
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Graphic
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Chichen Itza:the Palace of the Sculptured Columns (1996)

For Students 9th - 10th
Color images of the Palace of Sculptured Columns at Chichen Itza and the Osario (High Priest's Grave).
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Website
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Foothill Settlement and Urban Planning at Copan (2000)

For Students 9th - 10th
Preliminary study found indications of human offering.
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Handout
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Study of Classic Maya Ritual at Copan (2002) [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Analysis of burial deposits offer insights into ritual behaviors.
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Activity
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Mayan Kids

For Students 9th - 10th
A site designed specifically for grade school students that provides information and illustrations about the Mayan culture. Includes clickable map with information on specific Mayan ruins.