mayas

Shows the grandeur of ancient times through re-creations, commentary by historians and archaeologists, and computer-generated graphics. Traces the Spanish conquest of the Aztecs and Mayans along with the journeys of New York explorer, John Stephens, to these cities.

When his archaeologist parents go missing in Central America, fourteen-year-old Max embarks on a wild adventure through the Mayan underworld in search of the legendary Jaguar Stones, which enabled ancient Mayan kings to wield the powers of living gods.

Contains biographies of significant people from early American civilizations, including the Incas, the Mayas and their ancestors, and the Aztecs, and features a selection of related primary source texts and photographs of artifacts.

In this Maya legend the sun becomes a jaguar at night, stalking through the jungle until it appears again as the sun in the eastern sky.

When his archaeologist parents go missing in Central America, fourteen-year-old Max embarks on a wild adventure through the Mayan underworld in search of the legendary Jaguar Stones, which enabled ancient Mayan kings to wield the powers of living gods. Includes cast of characters, glossary, facts about the Maya cosmos and calendar, and a recipe for chicken tamales.

Chronicles the history, beliefs, and everyday lives of the ancient Aztec, Inca, and Maya peoples.

A brief introduction to Mayas, discussing their traditions, daily life and more.

A resource of internet sites to use with middle school students in Social Studies.

Offers children an overview of the ancient Aztec and Mayan civilizations, discussing their daily life, beliefs, practices, and impact on world history.

Contains full-color illustrated drawings depicting the historical, political, and cultural development of the ancient Mayan civilization including Mayan geography, social classes, pyramids and ceremonies, astronomy, system of writing, and more.