World Histories in Art
History Fundamentals
Chronology, periodization, primary and secondary sources, close looking—these are but a few of the fundamentals to the approach and study of history and art history
RESOURCES: Close Looking Materials
EXPLORE BY TIME PERIOD
Learn more about the art in different time periods across the globe
THE ANCIENT WORLD
Explore the diverse arts and cultures from the prehistoric period until circa 500 CE
THE MEDIEVAL WORLD
Explore the diverse arts and cultures across the world from circa 500–1500 CE
THE MODERN WORLD
Explore the diverse arts and cultures from circa 1500 CE onward
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This informational text/reading comprehension "bundle" 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 also 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.