Art in History Mayan Empire: Maize God Sculpture (200 BC-900 AD) Classroom Bundle
$250.00
$250.00
Art in History Mayan Empire: Maize God Sculpture (200 BC-900 AD) Classroom Bundle
Learn how the Mayan Maize god became a central religious figure. Art In History's replica is a sculpture of the Mayan maize god. The Maya believed in many gods, but the maize god was a central religious figure. The lesson plan covers the Mayan Empire, 200 BC -900 AD. This Classroom Bundle includes:
25 Student Kits Containing:
- Replica
- Paint brush
- Sponge
- Disposable paint pallets
- Paint
- FREE lesson download
- Additional individual kits are available here
Sealer Kit:
- 8oz bottle of clear gloss sealer
- 14 plate palettes
- 28 sponges
- 28 kraft paper sheets
- Each Sealer Kit will seal approximately 28+ student kits.
Lesson Download:
- History of the artifact
- History of the time period
- Full color map
- Designs & motifs
- Step-by-step decorating instructions
Expanded Lesson Teacher's Guide:
This reusable guide covers 200 BC- 900 AD and the Mayan Empire. It is to be used in conjunction with the Mayan Maize God Sculpture (EDU 020). The Maya ruled large parts of Mexico and Central America. This land had many resources which allowed their civilization to flourish. The land was fertile, which gave people more time to specialize in new skills. This allowed for cultural advancement in art, architecture, astronomy, math, and writing. The Maya believed in many gods, but the maize god was a central religious figure. The god’s story mirrors the annual planting and harvesting of corn. Like the plant, the maize god dies at harvest time and is reborn with each growing season. Every year the god’s death gave food to the people. He appears in many forms, but is always handsome and young. He is holding corn and decorated with jade beads, referring to the vital qualities of the green plant. Just as leaves of corn move in the wind, the maize god appears as a richly costumed dancer.
- 4 or 5 - 50 minute lesson format
- Sustains student interest through the use of colored maps, timelines, pictures, and group discussions
- Content Area Includes: English-Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Math, and Fine Arts
- Contains reading passages, literary skill builders, real world research projects, thought provoking writing prompts, and math problems
- CD-ROM containing Maps, Motifs, Decorating Instructions, "Did You Know" Facts, and other appropriate visuals.
- Correlated to Common Core and National Standards (Grades 3 - 12)
- 50+ pages of core content presented in a cross-curricular format
- Developed on the principles of project-based learning and differentiated instruction
Note: All replicas are for decorative use only.
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