Our students and a few of the local kids were able to learn epigraphy from the master Crisanto Kumul, where we saw the ancient Maya writing form. Our students identified terms from the Dresden Codex that still exist in modern Maya. They also developed their artistic abilities in drawing glyphs of important cultural concepts. We also visited don Emilio and his family of traditional potters in the community of Uayma. They taught us how to make clay whistles and other small pieces. We saw their hand-built kiln and an example of a sascabera , or limestone quarry, where the family harvests some of the materials that they use to make their own clay. Afterwards, we traveled to a new community where we were welcomed with open arms, ready to experience all that this place has to offer and help the community however we can as we continue our immersion program!
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