The ancient Maya civilization had a complex social structure, set of religious beliefs, and writing system. These are just some of the fun facts readers discover as they learn what it would be like to live among the Maya. Readers enhance their knowledge of common social studies curriculum topics as they explore topics such as Mayan art, social classes, and farming methods. These topics are presented through detailed main text, as well as additional...

Text and photographs present the life and customs of the descendants of the Maya now living in the Yucatan Peninsula area of Mexico.

Takes readers on a journey back in time in order to experience life during the Maya civilization, describing clothing, accommodations, foods, local customs, transportation, a few notable personalities, and more.

Examines the facts and explains the lives of the Maya.

Describes life in Yucatan, Mexico, focusing on the daily activities and cultural history of some modern Mayan children.

From being made into a mummy through being sacrificed to the gods, daily life in the Mayan world was pretty deadly!