central america

Fifteen-year-old Milly Kaufman is an average American teenager until Pablo, a new student at her school, inspires her to search for her birth family in his native country.

"At their peak, the ancient Maya lived in one of the most advanced civilizations in the world. Their calendar system, celestial observations, and architecture give us clues to the greatness of their technology. This book introduces readers to the many unique technological devices and breakthroughs created by the ancient Maya"--Amazon.com.

An introduction to Maya culture, covering beliefs, daily life, games they played, and more.

A look at the ancient civilization of the Maya people, including some of their most important archaeological sites -- from the sacred Maya city of Chichen Itza on the Yucatan Peninsula to the jungle temples and palaces of Tikal in Guatemala.

An introduction to the vibrant cultures of the seven countries of Central America, and the diverse traditions of immigrants from those countries to the United States. Learn some words in Spanish, shop for Guatemalan weavings, and visit a Salvadoran grocery store. Hear a Mayan folktale called The Chirimia and a traditional folksong, El Torito Pinto.

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

Examines the social and economic conditions of Central America and the Caribbean, and discusses challenges for the future.

Presents primary-source artifacts as small pieces of information that offer understanding of the ancient Mayans.

At their peak, the ancient Maya lived in one of the most advanced civilizations in the world. Their calendar system, celestial observations, and architecture give us clues to the greatness of their technology. This book introduces readers to the many unique technological devices and breakthroughs created by the ancient Maya.

Provides information about the Maya people, focusing on the environmental wisdom that can be gained from a study of how they lived.