Howell, Izzi,

The genius of the Maya : innovations from past civilizations / Izzi Howell. - 32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), map ; 29 cm. - The genius of the ancients. Innovations from past civilizations. . - Genius of the ancients. Innovations from past civilizations. .

Includes bibliographical references (page 32) and index.

The Maya -- Kings and society -- Trade -- Warfare -- Cities -- Buildings -- Writing -- Farming and food -- Astronomy -- The Mayan calendar -- The Mayan ball game -- Art -- Clothes.

"Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the Maya? Find out how the Maya built their cities to suit the landscape and population, traded their resources, and developed a complex system of writing. Discover how their brilliant developments in farming, astronomy, and cloth-making still influence the way we live today"--

Ages: 9-12. Grades: 4-6.

ISBN: 9780778765752 9780778765950

LCCN: 2019014239

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Mayas.
Mayas--Antiquities.
Technological innovations--Central America.
Technological innovations--Mexico.
Civilization, Ancient.

LC Class. No.: F1435 / .H83 2020

Dewey Class. No.: 972.81