Maya Civilisation Bargain Box

Take your students on an immersive journey into the ancient world of the Maya civilisation with this engaging collection of artefacts. The Maya Bargain Box provides hands-on resources to help children explore and understand the daily life, culture, and practices of one of the most advanced civilisations in Mesoamerica.

Product Features:

• Maya Corte Placemat: A beautiful, themed placemat inspired by the Maya culture, ideal for classroom displays or as a tool for learning about Maya daily life and traditions.
• Maya Stone Metate: A replica of a traditional grinding stone used by the Maya to process maize and other grains, giving students a glimpse into food preparation in ancient Maya society.
• Flint Millipede: A small, replica flint tool or figurine, showing the craftsmanship and symbolic items created by the Maya using flint.
• Cocoa Beans: A set of replica cocoa beans, offering an insight into the Maya's important role in the early history of chocolate and how cocoa was cultivated and traded.
• Cocoa Pods x 2: Two replica cocoa pods, illustrating how the Maya harvested and processed cocoa for their famous chocolate drinks.
• Maya Basket: A handmade replica of a traditional Maya basket, used for carrying goods and in ceremonial practices, providing students with a tactile connection to Maya daily life.
• Chocolate Whisk: A replica of a traditional Maya chocolate whisk, used to mix and froth the chocolate beverage that was an important part of Maya culture and rituals.

Educational Benefits:

• Hands-On Learning: Students can touch, explore, and use the artefacts to gain a deeper understanding of Maya culture, food practices, and craftsmanship.
• Cultural Exploration: The box provides an excellent opportunity to discuss the Maya’s sophisticated agricultural techniques, trade practices, and role in the early history of chocolate.
• Interactive Teaching: Great for interactive lessons, group projects, or classroom activities focused on the Maya civilisation.

Perfect For:

• History Lessons: Ideal for teaching about the ancient Maya, their innovations in agriculture, trade, and their rich cultural practices.
• Cultural Studies: An engaging resource for students to learn about Mesoamerican cultures, especially the Maya, and their contributions to the world.
• Classroom Displays: Use the artefacts to create an immersive classroom display on the Maya civilisation.

Please Note: The contents of the box may vary slightly depending on availability, but all items are carefully chosen to enhance the learning experience about the Maya civilisation.

This Maya Bargain Box is a fantastic resource to introduce students to the world of the Maya, offering them a unique, hands-on approach to learning about one of the most fascinating civilisations in history.