mayas

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.

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.