An Introduction to the Ancient Maya
Ancient Maya Visual History Primer
If you’ve been looking for a brief introduction to the ancient Maya, then look no further!
Our Visual History Primer (informational text) about the ancient Maya of Mesoamerica covers topics such as geography and land, Classic period cities such as Palenque and Tikal, religion and rituals, writing, art, calendars, the ballgame, conflict, and the living Maya.
It includes useful graphics to explain concepts such as Maya writing (glyphs), as well as short text boxes that discuss topics like the differences between Maya and Mayan. For ease of reading, the text is presented in a single full-color PDF, similar to a textbook chapter. It is beautifully illustrated with photographs, many taken on-site, to bring the Classic Maya world to life. It also includes a bibliography, links to free, short videos created by experts that connect to the chapter, discussion questions, short-answer questions, and a multiple-choice and true-false quiz. Answer keys included.
It is an accessible short "book." The PDF can be used in place of the textbook or as a supplemental resource. It is compatible with most textbooks.
It Includes:
PDF divided into short chapters
Photographs and images of authentic ancient Maya artworks, artifacts, and structures
Links to free connected video resources (such as 1-5 minute videos about bloodletting, architecture, famous artworks, etc.)
Bibliography and Image list
15 multiple-choice/True-False questions
Discussion questions
Answer keys for the questions and quiz
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Land, regions, resources
Life in Classic Period cities
Beliefs, rituals, and the gods
Writing, art, and achievements
Conflict, collapse, and change
Legacy and the living Maya
