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Olmecs

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Long ago, the Olmec lived in a warm land.

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They made big stone heads. They also made art from green stone.
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Seated Figure MET DP295629.jpg
Their cities had large pyramids. These people lived a long time ago. Can you imagine seeing a giant stone head?

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Estela C de Tres Zapotes.jpg
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