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60 Second Histories

Who were the Ancient Maya?

K - 5th
This short video gives an overview of the Maya people: where they originated and where they lived.
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60 Second Histories

What happened to the Ancient Maya?

K - 5th
An explorer discusses some of the reasons why the Maya civilization may have disappeared
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National Geographic

Ancient Maya 101 | National Geographic

Pre-K - 11th
With their impressive city structures and advanced astronomical understanding, the Maya civilization once dominated Mesoamerica. Learn about the Maya's influence in mathematics, how their cosmic calendars advised agricultural matters,...
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60 Second Histories

Maya hieroglyphs

K - 5th
An explorer looks at the Ancient Maya form of writing, the hieroglyphs and a mention of the Dresden Codex
Instructional Video1:49
60 Second Histories

Maya building techniques

K - 5th
This short video explains some of the building techniques and the tools the Ancient Maya used
Instructional Video1:52
60 Second Histories

Maya mathematics

K - 5th
This short video takes a brief look at the Ancient Maya numbering system which was based on 20 rather than 10 like ours is now.
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60 Second Histories

Ancient Maya food

K - 5th
A Maya woman describes the crops they grow and the food they eat.
Instructional Video7:32
Bedtime History

The History of Chocolate: Ancient Delicacy to Modern Treat

K - 12th
Ever wonder where chocolate comes from? Take a tasty journey through time to discover the history of chocolate! It all began thousands of years ago with the ancient Maya and Aztec people, who made a special drink from cacao beans. Later,...
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60 Second Histories

Maya sport - the ball court

K - 5th
A Maya warrior describes the game of ulama, the Ancient Maya sport played in a ball court.
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60 Second Histories

Maya family life - part 2

K - 5th
A Maya woman describes a typical Ancient Maya home and the things they used
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60 Second Histories

Maya religion - gods

K - 5th
This short video explores some of the gods the Ancient Maya worshop and their practice of human sacrifice
Instructional Video1:43
60 Second Histories

Maya religion - sacrifice

K - 5th
This short video looks at why the Ancient Maya believed in sacrifice and how they carried it out - not too gruesome but not for the feint-hearted either.
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Curated Video

History of Cancun Mexico

K - 5th
Travel back in time to discover the history of Cancun, Mexico! Long before it became a popular beach destination, this area was home to the ancient Maya civilization. In this episode, we’ll learn about the Maya people, their amazing...
Instructional Video4:14
National Geographic

Climb Ancient Temples in Belize's Maya Ruins | National Geographic

Pre-K - 11th
The ancient Maya settlement of Caracol is uncrowded with tourists, but filled with breathtaking views and nearby hidden gems. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe #NationalGeographic #Belize #Travel About National Geographic:...
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SciShow

SciShow Talk Show: Kallie Moore, Ancient Life, And A Dragon

12th - Higher Ed
SciShow Talk Show: where Hank talks to interesting people about interesting things! In this episode Hank and Collections Manager Kallie Moore talk ancient life, careers in science, and dragons.
Instructional Video5:14
Wonderscape

Exploring Daily Life in Ancient Mayan Civilization

K - 5th
This video provides a detailed overview of daily life in ancient Mayan civilization. It explores the origins of the Maya, their agricultural practices, societal structure, religious beliefs, and recreational activities. The video...
Instructional Video2:28
Curated Video

Ancient Observatory Used to Predict the Harvest, Death and War

6th - 11th
Astronomy was incredibly important to the ancient Maya. In particular, they tracked the movements of planet Venus, the sun, and the moon. UNEARTHED Tuesdays 10/9c on Science http://www.sciencechannel.com/ Watch full episodes!...
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The Viral Fever

Mayan Garden, Mexico: Mayan Conservation Efforts

12th - Higher Ed
Mayan Garden, Mexico part 1/2: This video explores the relationship between the ancient Maya civilization and the tropical rainforest they inhabited, as well as how their conservation practices have been passed down through generations....
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Curated Video

Exploring the Ancient Ruins and Natural Wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula

6th - Higher Ed
Yucatan, Mexico:"We head to Yucatan, the land where the ancient Mayans flourished to visit its majestic pyramids and discover this ancient civilization."
Instructional Video9:43
The Viral Fever

Mayan Garden, Mexico: Ancient Mayan Forest Gardens

12th - Higher Ed
Mayan Garden, Mexico part 2/2: This video explores the sustainable agricultural practices of the Mayan descendants in Central America, specifically their use of the Milpas system to grow crops like corn, beans, and squash. It also delves...
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Next Animation Studio

Archeologists complete first ever LIDAR survey of ancient Mayan highway

12th - Higher Ed
Archeologists have used laser scanning to chart an ancient 100 km-long Mayan highway built 13 centuries ago.
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NASA

NASA | Ancient Dry Spells Offer Clues About the Future of Drought

3rd - 11th
Ancient Meso-American civilizations of the Mayans and Aztecs likely amplified droughts in the Yucatan and southern Mexico by clearing rainforests to make room for pastures and farmland.
Instructional Video2:30
National Geographic

Inside the Cave of the Ancient Jaguar God | National Geographic

Pre-K - 11th
Archaeologists crawl for hours through tight underground passageways of Balamku to reach artifacts untouched for 1,000 years. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's...
Instructional Video3:40
SciShow

Calendars, Codes & Virgins: 3 Myths About the Maya

12th - Higher Ed
Hank talks about the Maya, and helps dispel some myths about their historic civilization, revealing how, ultimately, they were just like us: smart, flawed, and awesome.

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