Curated OER
Appreciating Diversity: A Multicultural Lesson Based on the Traditional Clothing of the Maya
Students compare the traditional Mayan clothing to their everyday clothing. In this multicultural appreciation lesson, students look at images of traditional Mayan clothing and discuss its importance.
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Weavers Tell Their Stories
Pupils examine the practice of weaving by Mayan women. They read personal accounts and write a sentence stating the main idea. They also write a short report on weaving as a cultural and economic way of life for the Mayan women.
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'Magic' Pablo Lesson
Students examine what goes into hero worship and establishing unlikely friendships. They probe the deeper meanings in "'Magic' Pablo" through small group dialog and use a variety of ways to process the story's meaning. They see the...
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Searching for Meanings Beneath the Surface of the Poem
Students examine poems from Latin America and the Caribbean. They compare different perspectives and subjects in the poems. They research Peace Corps volunteers as well.
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Today's World
While not an exhaustive review of globalization and trade, this overview of the inter-related nature of the economy would be a good tool to use in the classroom. This resource could be used to begin a discussion on the various topics...
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Clay Wipe Away: Ceramics
Discuss Pre-Colombian South American art with your class, then get out the clay and create some. Pupils practice using the wipe-away technique to create a ceramic tile similar to those made by the Maya. Great web links and a...
American Museum of Natural History
Being a Conservation Biologist: Eleanor Sterling
Eleanor Sterling responds to 21 questions posed by young learners about the challenges she faces as a woman conservation biologist. She also discusses her research of the aye-aye, an unusual animal that lives in Madagascar.
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Where is Mesoamerica?
Young scholars create a map of Mesoamerica using construction paper, clay or by drawing it. In this World Geography lesson, students determine the location of Mesoamerica, make a map, then present their map to their class.
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Establishing a Global Perspective: Do Values Cross Borders?
Twelfth graders explore values in global perspectives. They discuss values in popular films and complete a timeline of their personal, societal, and key events. They design a photograph that reflects the concept of values. They create...
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Geograophy of Mexico And Central America
Students create a chart comparing the terrain, climate, economy, environmental issues and natural disasters for Mexico and the Central American countries. They view and discuss a video on the region then compile research on the internet.
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Protecting the Guatemalan Rainforest through Certification
Eighth graders examine criteria that may be involved in forest certification. For this rainforest lesson students create a brochure to educate people on the benefits of buying certified forest products.
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Rights for Indigenous People
Learners consider how to fight poverty. In this global issues lesson, students define indigenous communities and participate in an activity that requires them to allocate funds to end poverty among the indigenous in Papua New Guinea.
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The Latin American Mercado
Students spend a week learning the importance of the marketplace in Latin American life. They study and create products for their market and then role-play vendors and sellers for two days, practicing their bargaining skills and their...
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Latin America: Places and Regions
Seventh graders create a Latin American portfolio in the form of a country presentation using PowerPoint software. They use their knowledge of geographic concepts to interpret maps, globes, charts, diagrams, and timelines.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Guatemala
Provides an overview of the culture of Guatemala. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Guatemalans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Guatemalans. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
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Authentic Maya: Maya Culture
An overview of ancient Mayan culture in Guatemala touching on topics such as mythology, medicine, warfare, etc. There are numerous links in the article to photos, video, etc.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Guatemalan Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Guatemalan Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Guatemala
Wikipedia furnishes useful information about the Central American country of Guatemala. Content includes history, politics, geography, economy, culture, maps, and so on.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Archaeological Investigations in the Homul Region (2003)
Several PDF reports offered at this site offer insights to the sequence of construction by various cultural groups. Very descriptive details of each step of the excavation process and photographs are provided.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Guatemala
It's easy to explore the Central American country of Guatemala through "Facts at a Glance." Discover information about geography, culture, economy, government, climate, and more.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Ceramic Sequence of Piedras Negras, Guatemala (2003)
Report offers history of the production of ceramic pieces from 500 B.C. to 900 A.D. Photographs document each cultural phase and work. Readers can download this PDF at the bottom of the page.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Guatemala
Learn about religion in Guatemala, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet: Guatemala History
Lonely Planet presents a history of Guatemala from which we explore the country from cities of the ancient Mayas, the arrival of the Spaniards and the culture of today.