Maya Civilisation: Childhood - Lesson Pack

One-Page Reading Text
A short first-person narrative describing a day in the life of a Maya boy, ideal for whole-class or guided reading.

True or False Comprehension (with Answers)
Twelve challenging statements based on the text to check understanding and encourage close reading.

Vocabulary Image Montage
A set of images illustrating key unfamiliar terms from the story (e.g., chinampas, cenote, pok-ta-pok), supporting vocabulary development. Descriptions are provided in the notes. Best used in presentation mode.

QR Codes for Digital Activities
Two QR codes linking to an online version of the true/false quiz and a Kahoot game to extend or review learning.

Five Discussion Prompts
Open-ended questions to support class or group discussion about Maya life, beliefs, and family roles.

Five Extension Tasks
Optional follow-up activities that promote creativity, comparison, and deeper thinking about the text.