Alex: - Mayan Mysteries

According to reviewers from Common Sense Media , the game provides significant educational depth, covering over , including geography, history, and customs. It was developed in collaboration with world-renowned Maya expert Robert J. Sharer to ensure 100% historical accuracy. For classroom use, it includes a Teacher Management System (TMS) that allows educators to track student progress and performance on standards-based assessments. Platform Availability

: Traveling back in time to visit eight authentic Maya cities and exploring a detailed map of Central America . Alex: Mayan Mysteries

is an award-winning educational adventure game created by DiG-iT! Games . Designed primarily for students in grades 5 through 9 , the game immerses players in an archaeological quest to uncover the secrets of the ancient Maya civilization while tracking down a mysterious looter. Story and Characters According to reviewers from Common Sense Media ,

The narrative follows , a group of explorers led by Professor Alex Quinn , a professional archaeologist. Players join Alex and his niece and nephew, Fiona and Charlie, as they travel through real Maya cities to stop a thief named Ladrone , who has been looting ancient sites. The ultimate goal is to find the mythical city of Ich’aak , which is said to be revealed only to those with pure hearts and the knowledge to protect Maya culture. Core Gameplay Features For classroom use, it includes a Teacher Management

: Solving more than 25 challenging puzzles, such as decoding hieroglyphic glyphs and exploring the complex Maya calendar and math systems.

: Progressing through the story by correctly answering multiple-choice questions based on facts learned throughout the game. Educational Value