Early Americas Passages

Examine the distinctive writing system of the Aztec civilization and the innovative urban planning of Tenochtitlan. Understand the effects of the Spanish conquest on the Aztec society and its historical narratives. Focus on analyzing cultural advancements, urban development, and the colonial impact, aimed at developing critical thinking and historical analysis skills.

Investigate the lifestyles and cultural practices of Indigenous groups such as Paleo-Indians, Kwakiutl, Inuit, and Lakota. Develop an understanding of their historical social structures and methods of resource management. Explore how these communities adapted to their environments, sustained their cultures, and maintained social cohesion.

Explore the Mesoamerican civilizations of the Maya, Aztec, and Inca, focusing on their agricultural practices and societal structures. Gain an understanding of the complexities within these societies while enhancing historical analysis skills.

Analyze the cultural and religious practices of the Aztec Empire by critically examining historical texts. Understand the effects of cultural integration and consider the ethical implications associated with these practices.

Investigate the ingenuity and organization of the Inca civilization, gaining skills in analyzing historical narratives and understanding cultural achievements.