Ancient America

Ancient America
An Internet Hotlist on Aztecs-Mayas-Incas

created by Mrs. Lithgow and Mrs. Williamson
PBL Eastlawn Elementary School

Introduction | Aztecs | Mayas | Aztecs/Mayas | Incas

Introduction
In addition to using books and magazines to find out about the Aztecs, Mayas, and Incas, why not also use the power of the Internet? The links below will get you started.

The Internet Resources

Aztecs

Aztec Calendar - Learn about how the Aztecs measured time.
Aztec Mythology - Read about six different Aztec myths.
Teotihuacan - This is the place to find photos of the ancient city of Teotihuacan. Mrs. Lithgow visited this area in 1969.
The Aztecs - Information about the Aztecs is divided into ten different sections. Click on the black and white icon next to each section title. Scroll down to find quizzes for Sections 1, 2, 4 and 5.

Mayas

Chichen Itza - Here is a photo gallery of ancient Mayan ruins. Click on each photo to enlarge it.
Maya Adventure - Check out the interactive map. Click on a red X to begin your adventure.
Maya Ruins - Here's a wonderful collection of photographs from Mexico, Belize, Guatemala and Honduras.
Mundo Maya - There is a wealth of information at this site.
Mythology of the Mayas - Read six myths of the Mayas.
The Amazing Travel Bureau - Try to solve the secret of the Maya glyphs!
The Maya Astronomy Page - Learn about Maya astronomy, Maya mathematics and much more. Be sure to check out the pictures of Mayan ruins.

Aztecs/Mayas

Ancient Mexico - Students will find an interactive map at this site. They will also enjoy Flash presentations about Mayan gods and the fall of the Aztec Empire.
Mexico: Splendors of Thirty Centuries - Check out the photo gallery on the left side of the page.

Incas

Inca Creation Myth - Here's a wonderful multimedia presentation.
Machu Picchu - This is a collection of 37 photos. Students may view the pictures individually or as a slide show.
The Inca Trail - These photos were taken by a middle school teacher during a visit to Peru in 2001.
The Virtual Inca Trail - Take a virtual walk along an old Inca roadway.

Content by Mrs. Lithgow and Mrs. Williamson, glithgow@pbl.k12.il.us
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Last revised Fri Sep 28 19:59:05 US/Pacific 2007