Curated Video
Teotihuacan
One of the greatest civilisations ever built in the history. With all the advancements in the Messo America period, the culture depicted mysterious beliefs and practices. it may have been one of the most influential regions of the time.
Curated Video
Amaranth: From Ancient Staple to Modern Superfood
This video explores the fascinating history and resilience of the ancient grain, amaranth. From its origins in Mesoamerica and its importance to the Aztec civilization, to its condemnation by the Spanish conquistadors and subsequent...
Religion for Breakfast
Aztec Religion Explained
In this episode we examine the topic: Aztec Religion Explained
60 Second Histories
Maya medicine
A Maya woman talks about medicine, doctors, midwives and healers; also a look at the illnesses and treatments they used.
60 Second Histories
Maya building techniques
This short video explains some of the building techniques and the tools the Ancient Maya used
60 Second Histories
Maya hieroglyphs
An explorer looks at the Ancient Maya form of writing, the hieroglyphs and a mention of the Dresden Codex
60 Second Histories
Who were the Ancient Maya?
This short video gives an overview of the Maya people: where they originated and where they lived.
Weird History
Discovery of the Aztec Emperor's Tomb
The Templo Mayor excavation in present-day Mexico City has unearthed an exciting site; in March 2019, archaeologists found a cache of sacrifices and offerings that may indicate the burial of royalty. The trove was discovered near the...
Bedtime History
The History of Chocolate
Chocolate is not just a delicious treat, but a relic of the ancient Mesoamerican civilizations where it was first developed. Early indigenous groups ground dried cacao beans into powder to mix with water. Some believed chocolate was a...
Weird History
What Everyday Life Was Like for the Aztecs
You may have heard of their calendars, seen their temples, or admired one of their cool looking sculptural artifacts in a museum, but chances are you have no idea what life was really like for the Aztecs.
TED-Ed
How Corn Conquered the World
Corn is amazing! A short video traces the development of the most-grown plant on the globe, from its beginnings in Mesoamerica to its many uses beyond as a food stable.
Crash Course
The Americas and Time Keeping: Crash Course History of Science #5
Time, time, time ... see how it shaped an entire culture! Science scholars discover the mysteries of the Mayan and Incan cultures during the fifth video in a History of Science series. The narrator shows how these time keepers developed...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: The Ancient Americas: Lesson 1
This lesson will introduce the art and architecture of the ancient Americas. It is 1 of 2 in the series titled "The Ancient Americas."