mayas

Explores the culture and achievements of the ancient Maya civilization through examination of artifacts that have survived through the centuries.

When the Critter Kids travel to the South American rainforest for an archaeological dig among the Mayan ruins, they discover that a priceless jade Jaguar Paw statue has been stolen and they work to uncover the smuggling ring.

Presents an introduction to the concept of using computational skills in problem solving, and contains an overview of the history of the Mayan people of Mexico, including information on their society, economy, architecture, mathematics, and writing.

When Sabrina's grandmother visits from Mexico, she brings gifts that make Sabrina feel like a Mayan princess.

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 brilliant developments in farming, astronomy, and cloth-making still influence the way we live today.

Presents a readers' theater script based on a Mayan myth about the first people.

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

Describes the ancient Maya city of Chich?n Itz? and its pyramids.

"Over its 2,700-year history, the Maya became one of the most complex and dominant indigenous civilizations in pre-Columbian America. They became masters in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)--evident through the archaeological remains. The Maya built massive civilizations with temples, palaces, extensive highway networks, and some of the largest pyramids in the world. This title explores all these innovations and more, explaining how, why, and when the Mayan empire's greatest minds came up with unique STEM solutions to everyday problems"--Provided by publisher.