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The History Cat

The History Cat: Mayan Achievements

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the Maya system of astronomy and their calendar.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Mayan Religion: Gods and Sacrifice

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the religious practices followed by the Maya, including human sacrifice, a ritual that horrified the Spanish explorers.
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Softpedia: Maya: The Apocalypto Civilization

For Students 9th - 10th
Some basic information about Mayan civilization studnets can use as an introduction to research.
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Curated OER

Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Mayan Woman

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Cartoon of a Mayan woman in traditional attire.
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Curated OER

Mayan Human Sacrifice

For Students 9th - 10th
Extremely brief examination of the belief of the Mayans in bloodletting and human sacrifice.
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Curated OER

Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Mayan Man

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Cartoon drawing of a traditionally attired Mayan man.
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Curated OER

Photograph:mayan Ruins at Xunantunich, Belize, C. 650

For Students 9th - 10th
photograph of Mayan ruins at Xunantunich, Belize
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Curated OER

Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Mayan Headdress

For Students 3rd - 8th
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Mayan Headdress."
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Salvage of Hieroglyphic Stairway in Dos Pilas (2002)

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive discussion of what the discovery of stairway steps adds to history of the site and the culture. Writings on steps give new insights to Myan politics, trade, war, and the collapse of the civilization.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Archaeological Research at Cotzumalhuapa, Guatemala

For Students 9th - 10th
Research at Cotzumalhuapa indicates that it was a major urban center that encompassed Bilbao El Baul, and El Castillo. Some discussion of colonial period use of site.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Early/middle Formative Kanocha Phase at Blackman Eddy

For Students 9th - 10th
Archaeological investigation at Blackman Eddy in Belize demonstrates architecture related to Olmec style resulting in implications of long distance trade networks. Site can be viewed in English and in Spanish.
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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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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Pusilha Archaeological Project (2001)

For Students 9th - 10th
Report summarizes previous research at Pusilha which indicates that this city had economic, political, and artistic connections with cities of Copan and Quirigua. A history of the city is included.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Obsidian Craft Production at Cacaxtia Xochitecatl (200)

For Students 9th - 10th
Archaeological excavation at Xochitecatl indicate that it was an area of production for obsidian goods. Site can be viewed in English and Spanish.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Report on Chan Chich Archaeological Project (1997) [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a PDF file offering great detail and pictures of the excavation of the Chan Chich Archaeological Project.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Teotihuacan in the Puuc Region: Foreign Presence?

For Students 9th - 10th
Very detailed information regarding excavation at Chac II site and archaeological processes. The article articulates findings and makes inferences regarding urban culture. Site may be viewed in Spanish.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Investigations in Candelaria Caves and La Lima (2003)

For Students 9th - 10th
Ceramics indicate trade rouses in this well-studied cave. Good insight into ritual practices and materials used in worship.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

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.
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Wesleyan University: Unaahil B'aak: The Temples of Palenque History

For Students 9th - 10th
Wesleyan University presents the history of the Maya as part of the on-line exhibit "Unaahil B'aak: The Temples of Palenque".
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Politics and Economics: Motul De San Jose, Peten

For Students 9th - 10th
Excavations at Motul de San Jose indicate that the site was more populated than previously thought. Findings indicate that production of textiles, tools, and ceramics were carried out in this city-state.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Porta Incensario Restoration at Palenque, Chiapas (1998)

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussion of procedures used to restore six porta incensarios recovered from the Temple of the Cross. Step by step process is revealed and pictures of before and after restoration are included.
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Multicultural Literature for Children: Abuela's Weave

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This lesson plan is perfect in an ESL classroom. "Abuela's Weave" is the story of a young girl from Guatemala and the beautiful tapestry she creates. Includes prereading questions, vocabulary, and activities to integrate into other...
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Maya Religion

For Students 9th - 10th
The structure of Mayan religion is outlined, covering beliefs, the priesthood, rituals, sacrifice, gods, etc.
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Jerry Amernic: Pyramids of the Feathered Serpent

For Students 9th - 10th
The author gives a very detailed and interesting description of the Mayan city of Chichen Itza in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. He emphasizes the extremes of Mayan culture, from their advanced knowledge of astronomy and mathematics to...

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