Ancient Times -- A Kid's Guide to Belize's Altun Ha

The ancient Mayan culture is vividly explored through the archaeological site of Altun Ha in Belize. Visitors can delve into the rich traditions and beliefs of the Mayans, who engaged in complex social rituals and advanced studies in mathematics and astronomy. The book dispels myths about alien ancestry, highlighting instead the cultural practices, such as the intentional reshaping of infants' skulls to achieve a distinctive conical appearance, reflecting the society's unique aesthetic values.