Who were the Maya? Where did they live? Why did they build tall stone temples? Beginner readers can discover the answers to these questions and lots of other fascinating facts about the Maya in this engaging information book. With simple text, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs, plus internet links to specially selected websites. Chapters in this book include: - Jungles and volcanoes - Stone cities - Towering temples - Lords of the Maya - Born to rule - Jungle warfare - Roads, ships and trade - What to wear - Eating and drinking - Reading and writing - Nights and days - The Maya gods - A Maya tale - Spanish invaders