mayas

Looks at the ancient Maya, found in Central America, discussing their daily life, rulers, beliefs, culture and more.

"Explores the history and culture of the Maya, giving a basic overview of the civilization's government, religion, and social structure, as well as key leaders and events"--Provided by publisher.

Facing the most heartbreaking case of her career, Temperance Brennan investigates shallow graves where fading clues begin to emerge of a brutal crime that was committed more than two decades ago.

Contains step-by-step instructions for craft projects that introduce readers ages nine and up to the world of the ancient Maya, and includes historical facts and anecdotes, biographies, and trivia.

"Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the Maya? Find out how the Maya built their cities to suit the landscape and population, traded their resources, and developed a complex system of writing. Discover how their . . . developments in farming, astronomy, and cloth-making still influence the way we live"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the history and culture of the Maya, giving a basic overview of the civilization's government, religion, and social structure, as well as key leaders and events.

"What can modern DNA analysis of skeletons tell us about the lifestyle, diet, and beliefs of the Maya? How can . . . mapping technology uncover previously hidden Mayan cities and structures? Can we use forensic science to solve the mystery of how the Mayan civilization came to an end? Examines how forensic science has allowed scientists, archaeologists, and historians to solve mysteries and answer questions about the Maya"--Provided by the publisher.

Explores what it was like to live in the Mayan empire. Covers the civilization's history, culture, customs, diet, dress, and more.

"Examines the rise and fall of the Mayans in Mesoamerica. Readers will come away with a comprehensive understanding of who the Mayans were, how they built their empire, and what happened to their civilization."--OCLC.

"Enter the world of the ancient Maya and find out what daily life was really like. Discover what games were popular, how children were educated, what jobs people did, and much more!"--Back cover.