Ancient Eyes Looked to the Skies: Sunwatchers of the Southwest

摘要

This teacher guide of classroom activities is focused on ancient solar astronomical observation and calendaring by early cultures, particularly in the American Southwest. Activities range from individual or small group projects to whole-class exercises. The activities are designed to have students engage in real scientific data-taking and analysis while at the same time getting a sense of how non-technological cultures observed and tracked the cycles of nature, particularly the Sun, long ago. Educational levels: Intermediate elementary, Middle school