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Famsi: Economic Foundations of Mayapan Project (2001)

For Students 9th - 10th
Although this excavation is still in progress, preliminary reports indicate occupants produced pottery for local and regional consumption. Also the production of tools and jewelry depended on materials from other parts of the region.
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Famsi: Epi Classic Cultural Dynamics in the Mezquital Valley

For Students 9th - 10th
Interesting study of artifacts used to demonstrate inter-regional trade in the Mezquital Valley area of Mexico during A.D. 600-1000. This work also offers good insights into specific cultures.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: The Eastern Riverine Corridor During Late Classic Period

For Students 9th - 10th
Inventories of ceramic materials and architectural similarities indicate that some urban centers may be socially and politically connected while others are not. Study confirms a water route from New River drainage area to Belize may have...
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Ceramics at Piedras Negras, Guatemala (2001)

For Students 9th - 10th
Researcher relates phases in ceramic ware to political and social events in the history of Mayan people at Piedras Negras.
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Famsi: Northern Belize Coastal Project, 1999

For Students 9th - 10th
Archaeological investigations at Saktunja site in Belize focuses on inter-region trade networks and diversification strategies. Site can be viewed in English and Spanish.
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Famsi: Ceramic Sequence of Piedras Negras, Guatemala (2003)

For Students 9th - 10th
Report offers history of the production of ceramic pieces from 500 B.C. to 900 A.D. Photographs document each cultural phase and work. Readers can download this PDF at the bottom of the page.