Explore the Fascinating World of Ancient Maya!
Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Ancient Maya with this engaging educational resource. This 41-slide presentation covers everything young learners need to know about one of the most intriguing civilisations in history. Packed with colourful images, interesting facts, and engaging tasks, this resource brings the ancient Mayan world to life.
The resource covers 8 exciting topics, each with two tasks/activities:
The Ancient Maya People: Step into the world of the Maya—one of the greatest civilisations of the Americas! Discover who they were, where they lived, and how their amazing culture began.
Cities and Buildings: Explore the towering temples, grand pyramids, and busy marketplaces of Maya cities, where clever design met stunning architecture in the heart of the jungle!
Writing and Numbers: Crack the Maya code! Learn how they used symbols and dots to write messages, tell stories, and create one of the most advanced number systems of the ancient world.
Religion and Gods: Meet the fascinating gods and spirits of the Maya, and uncover the sacred rituals, offerings, and beliefs that shaped their lives and honoured the heavens.
Food and Farming: Dig into daily meals and clever farming techniques as you discover how the Maya grew maize, hunted in the forests, and made chocolate a sacred treat!
Daily Life: From weaving and trading to music and games—find out what everyday life was really like for Maya children, families, and workers in this vibrant society.
Calendar and Astronomy: Travel through time with the Maya’s amazing calendars! See how they used the stars and sun to plan farming, festivals, and even predict the future.
What Happened…? Investigate the mystery of the Maya collapse—why did their great cities fall? Discover what we know, what we’re still learning, and how the Maya live on today.
Perfect for both the classroom and at-home learning this fun, educational resource will engage kids with history in an exciting and memorable way. Start your adventure into Ancient Maya today!
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