Nat-Geo - New Mayan Ruins Found

In 2010 Archeologist discovered another temple believed to be part of the Mayan Empire. National Geographic fills us in on the latest details about this discovery.

Read the article, watch the video, then select an extra credit opportunity. (Leave a comment or email me bordner@cityhigh.org)

1. Summarize the article. What stood out to you? What questions do you want to ask after reading it? 
2. Compare/Contrast the Mayans to the Aztecs/Egyptians
3. Why is it popular knowledge to think the Mayans said the world will end in 2012? Do you believe it? What does Nat Geo say about it?

Bonus! Check out photos from when my mother and I visited Mayan ruins in Mexico!