"Empire of the Ancient Maya" gives a brief summary of the history of the empire, placing it within the context of its time period and geographical location, and then explores the evolution of Maya civilization from its origin through the classic period to the Spanish conquest. Delving into daily life, the book includes Maya achievements in mathematics, astronomy, technology, political organization, commerce, architecture, and the arts.
Building Spelling Skills Daily Practice A comprehensive resource for helping students increase their spelling competencies. Each book contains 30 spelling units comprised of a grade-level spelling list and four reproducible pages that cover grade-level spelling skills.
Careers in Focus: Mechanics, 3rd Edition (Ferguson's Careers in Focus)
Mechanics maintain and repair machines and mechanical systems. It would be difficult to name an area of your life that is not affected by the work of mechanics. From the moment that we get out of bed, mechanics of all types help us accomplish our daily tasks. Automobile service technicians keep your car running smoothly so that you can get to school or work.
Be an eyewitness to Ancient Greece Watch the past come to life: from how Greek athletes did the long-jump to why Socrates drank hemlock – explore the history, daily life, beliefs, and achievements of this amazing civilisation, whose influence can still be seen today.
