Ancient Civilizations: The Maya · 250 AD to 900 AD
City States and Architecture
Investigating the design and function of great cities like Tikal and Chichen Itza.
Key Questions
- 1How did the environment influence the way the Maya built their cities?
- 2What was the purpose of the great pyramids in the center of Maya cities?
- 3How did the Maya manage water and agriculture to support large populations?
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
NCCA: Primary - Early people and ancient societiesNCCA: Primary - Social, cultural and aspects of everyday life
Class/Year: 6th Year
Subject: Voices of Change: Ireland and the Wider World
Unit: Ancient Civilizations: The Maya
Period: 250 AD to 900 AD
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