In
addition to the library
resources, video archive and textile
collection, the Centre provides resources for teachers interested
in preparing lessons on Guatemala and the Maya.
Please Note: The Guatemalan Maya Centre is a non-profit orientated
cultural and educational centre – the resources provided
are for scholarly information and not for profit.
Teachers'
Pack: Maya of Guatemala
by Margaret Burr - provides information, activities and photo
cards for school children (at key stages 2 & 3). (£10+p&p)
Limited Availability–please call.
The Maya of Guatemala: Hands on Schools' Pack
This pack includes items of everyday life such as a marimba, traditional
costumes, back-strap loom and weaving materials, plaited mat &
baskets, figurines, mask etc... Also included is a video in which
Indians from Central America give their version of history, 20
slides, 12 A3 explanatory panels and a music cassette. Packed
in a suitcase. Transport and insurance arrangements are the hirer's
responsibility. Please call for further details and to book in
advance. (Cost: £25 for 2 week hire)
In-house facilities at The Guatemalan Maya Centre
(by appointment only):
We offer facilities to all interested in Central America and the
Maya. The reference library of 2,000 books, and video archive
are accessible for a small subscription. For those interested
in textiles, art & design, and ethnography we house one of
the largest collection of Guatemalan textiles in Europe.
Other Teaching Materials:
| Book:
Sacred Symbols:
The Maya
by Mark Lehner
Thames & Hudson
(£5+p&p)
Compact Hardback (c.13cm
x 13cm). 85 illustrations
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An
inspirational and innovative title exploring the signs and
symbols of the Ancient Maya. Accessible and informative,
with numerous colour illustrations, line drawings and diagrams. |
