Unravel the Wonders of the Maya: Explore Language, Math, Astronomy & Calendars!

Dive into the fascinating world of the Maya civilization with this engaging reading comprehension worksheet! Your students will embark on a journey through time, discovering the remarkable achievements of the Maya in writing, mathematics, astronomy, and calendar systems that continue to amaze us today.

What's Inside:

• Intriguing reading passage: Packed with captivating facts and details, the passage brings the Maya's unique writing system, mathematical marvels, and intricate calendars to life.
• Diverse question types: Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions assess different levels of understanding and keep students engaged.
• Primary source analysis: Analyze an authentic excerpt from a Maya book, deepening historical context and understanding of their beliefs.
• Comprehensive answer key: Save time and ensure accuracy with a detailed answer key for all questions.

Learning Objectives:

• Explore the Maya writing system, understanding its purpose and deciphering methods.
• Discover the Maya's advanced mathematical system and its applications.
• Learn about the different Maya calendars and their significance in daily life and rituals.
• Analyze a primary source to gain insights into Maya perspectives and cultural practices.
• Develop critical reading, comprehension, and analytical skills.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.4.1, RI.5.1, RI.6.1: Read closely and determine what the text says explicitly and implicitly.
• RI.4.2, RI.5.2, RI.6.2: Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development.
• RI.4.3, RI.5.3, RI.6.3: Analyze how and why authors use evidence to support their claims.
• RI.4.7, RI.5.7, RI.6.7: Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information.
• WHST.4.2, WHST.5.2, WHST.6.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information.