Logical/Mathematical Intelligence
The Mayans had a specific system that they used for counting and there are documented symbols that they used to use. Show an example on the board of how the numbers work. Then have the students come up to the board and try to write the numbers that the instructor says out loud.
Essential Questions:
What are the most important/biggest differences between Ancient Civilizations and the way we live today?
Would you rather live in the times of Ancient Civilizations or today? Why?
Common Core:
Ask and answer questions about what a speaker says in order to gather additional information or clarify something that is not
understood. (SL.1.3)