| | |  | | |  The Incan empire was built in the 15th century and lasted less than 100 years. Amazingly, in that short time, the Inca created an incredibly organized and productive society. Located in what is now part of Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, the Inca were excellent farmers, builders and craftsmen. Students will visit the ruins of the lost city of Machu Picchu, a remarkably well-preserved example of an Incan city. Artifacts like pottery fragments, pieces of cloth, old toys and stone tools help archeologists piece together a picture of the daily life of the Inca. What happened to the Inca? When the Spanish explorers arrived in 1532, they found the empire in turmoil. In addition, the Spanish brought new diseases, killing people by the thousands. In the end, the Spanish conquered the Inca, destroying their way of life and religion. Hosted by the intriguing archeologist, Arizona Smith, and his young detective-in-training, the program includes a teacher's guide featuring additional information on the topic, vocabulary words, discussion questions, follow-up activities and lists of recommended books and Internet resources. Part of the multivolume Ancient Civilizations for Children DVD Series. | " ...history is important and the Ancient Civilizations for Children series offers a fast-paced, exciting and informative look at the accomplishments of early peoples...Once again, Schlessinger Media has proven that it's possible to create excellent, affordable programming for classrooms or public library collections....Highly recommended. Editor's Choice" - Video Librarian (Jan/Feb 1999)"These remarkable videos should be purchased by all schools, middle through high school, where ancient history or world cultures is part of the curriculum...Public libraries will want to add this wonderful series to their collections..." - School Library Journal
"The achievements of nine early civilizations and their influence in contemporary life are engagingly studied in these solid, polished productions...More fine fare from Library Video Company." - Booklist
"These videos make an excellent addition to your school’s video library..."- Teacher Librarian (Feb 2004)
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| Additional Features & Details
Features: Chapter Select, Discussion Questions & Activities, Interactive Menu
Technical: Single Layer, Single Sided, Full Screen
DVD Encoding: Region ALL
Language: English, Spanish | | | Grades 3 to 7
Color, Live Action
Closed-Captioned
Copyright 1998
MARC Record Available
Catalog Card Kit Available
Single Main Entry Card Available
Teacher's Guide Available: Download Now
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