Maya Civilisation Inspire Box

Immerse your students in the fascinating world of the Maya civilisation with this comprehensive and engaging collection of artefacts. The Maya Inspire Box is designed to help children discover the rich history, art, religion, and everyday life of the ancient Maya through hands-on resources and educational materials. Perfect for creating an interactive learning experience.

Product Features:

• Mini Stone Metate: A small replica of the grinding stone used by the Maya to process maize, providing insight into daily food preparation and the Maya’s agricultural practices.
• God of Maize: A figurine representing the Maya God of Maize, essential to Maya culture and religion, symbolising fertility, agriculture, and the importance of maize in their diet.
• Maya Calendar: A reproduction of the intricate Maya calendar, illustrating the Maya’s sophisticated understanding of time, astronomy, and their complex system of calendars.
• Clay Maya Beads: A set of handcrafted clay beads, representing the Maya’s expertise in crafting jewellery, used for personal adornment and ceremonial purposes.
• Chocolate Whisk: A replica of a traditional Maya whisk used to froth and mix chocolate drinks, showcasing the Maya’s innovation in food and beverage.
• Maya Basket: A handcrafted replica basket used for storing and carrying goods, giving students a tangible connection to everyday life in the Maya civilisation.
• Painted Bowl & Vase: Beautifully crafted miniature replicas of painted pottery, illustrating the Maya’s artistry in ceramics and their cultural symbolism.
• Maya Plaque: A detailed plaque representing Maya art, culture, or gods, perfect for classroom displays or to spark discussions about Maya visual culture.
• Flint Millipede: A small, replica figurine or tool made of flint, demonstrating the Maya’s craftsmanship in creating tools and symbolic objects.
• 2 x Maya Plaques: Two additional detailed plaques, showcasing scenes or symbols from Maya culture, ideal for visual learning and historical exploration.
• Mini Chacmool: A small reproduction of a Chacmool, a symbolic figure used in Maya religious ceremonies, often representing offerings to the gods.
• Maize Mask: A mask representing maize, a sacred symbol in Maya culture, reflecting the importance of maize in their mythology and agricultural life.
• Small Serpent Head: A miniature serpent head, representing the serpent god or the importance of serpents in Maya mythology and religion.
• 4 x Amulets: A collection of four Maya-inspired amulets, used for protection and spiritual significance in the Maya belief system.
• Maya Corte Placemat: A beautifully designed placemat inspired by traditional Maya patterns, perfect for learning about Maya textiles and customs.
• Maya Display Drape: A decorative cloth drape with Maya-themed designs, ideal for creating a visually immersive display in the classroom.
• Life & Death Mask: A mask symbolising the Maya view of life and death, often used in funerary rituals and reflecting the Maya’s complex spiritual beliefs.
• Jaguar Clay Stamp: A stamp depicting the powerful jaguar, a symbol of strength and authority in Maya culture, often associated with royalty and warriors.
• Cocoa Beans: A set of replica cocoa beans, showcasing the Maya’s early cultivation and trade of cacao, essential to their food and economy.
• Cocoa Pods x 2: Two replica cocoa pods, used to demonstrate the Maya’s cultivation of cacao and its importance in their rituals and daily life.
• Worry People: Small handmade figurines used by the Maya, believed to help carry away worries and ensure peace of mind. These represent the spiritual and cultural beliefs of the Maya.

Educational Benefits:

• Hands-On Learning: Engage students with tangible artefacts that help bring the world of the Maya civilisation to life in the classroom.
• Cultural Exploration: Learn about the Maya's religion, art, food, and daily life, offering insights into their advanced civilisation and spiritual beliefs.
• Classroom Immersion: Perfect for creating an interactive, immersive classroom experience, helping students connect with the history and culture of the ancient Maya.
• Historical Insight: The box encourages discussions around Maya achievements in astronomy, agriculture, art, and their sophisticated social systems.

Perfect For:

• History Lessons: A great resource for teaching about the ancient Maya, including their contributions to civilisation, culture, and trade.
• Cultural Studies: Ideal for classroom projects on Mesoamerican cultures, especially the Maya, and their influences on the world.
• Classroom Displays: Use the artefacts to create vibrant classroom displays showcasing the richness of the Maya civilisation.

Please Note: The contents of the box may vary slightly depending on availability.