Mahaney, Ian F

The ancient Maya civilization had a complex social structure, set of religious beliefs, and writing system. These are just some of the fun facts readers discover as they learn what it would be like to live among the Maya. Readers enhance their knowledge of common social studies curriculum topics as they explore topics such as Mayan art, social classes, and farming methods. These topics are presented through detailed main text, as well as additional fact boxes. Vibrant photographs, maps, and historical images help readers see for themselves what Mayan life was like. Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, Further Information Section, Glossary, Graphic Organizers, Index, Maps.

"Who were the Paleoindians? They were the first people to come from Asia to the Americas. Readers discover what it would have been like to live among these people as they explore their culture, homelands, and daily activities, such as hunting and gathering. They also discover the archaeological finds that have allowed scientists and historians to determine how the Paleoindians lived"--Amazon.com.

"The ancient Maya civilization had a complex social structure, set of religious beliefs, and writing system. These are just some of the fun facts readers discover as they learn what it would be like to live among the Maya. Readers enhance their knowledge of common social studies curriculum topics as they explore topics such as Mayan art, social classes, and farming methods"--Amazon.com.

"The Inuit people have inhabited their northern homelands since ancient times. Readers discover the many facets of ancient Inuit life and the way its still reflected in modern Inuit culture. They explore Inuit hunting methods and art, as well as many other topics that meet common social studies curriculum standards"--Amazon.com.

Readers learn about the awesome technology behind snow busters, snowmobiles, snow cats, plows, and more, discovering how these machines are engineered to operate in extreme weather circumstances.

Provides an introduction to the job of an actor.

Provides an introduction to the job of a pop star.

Takes readers into the world of extreme airborne machines, covering such equipment as Boeing 777, the Airbus A380, The Globemaster, and more as well as learn what aircraft are and how they are used by the military.

Examines different extreme ships, focusing on what they are used for and how they are used.

Explores the world of extreme off-road vehicles and looks at different extreme vehicles.