Lesson Planning

Learn about the Maya numerals, their maths system and the Dresden Codex; use sticks, stones and shells to represent Maya numbers.

Teaching Outcomes:

• To become familiar with the Dresden codex and its importance as evidence of Maya numerals.
• To become familiar with the Maya maths system and use sticks, stones and shells to represent numbers.

Children will:

• Become familiar with the Dresden Code and its importance as evidence of Maya numerals.
• Explore the Maya maths system and use sticks, stones and shells to represent numbers.