indians of mexico

Retells a traditional Aztec tale in which a boy keeps his younger brother entertained and out of trouble by relating favorite legends of their people.

Examines the pyramids of Egypt and discusses their purpose and function, who built them, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, Bent Pyramid of Snefru, and Great Pyramid of Giza, as well as an overview of the pyramids in Mexico.

Tigre, a twelve-year-old Mayan boy living in a modern-day village in Yucat?n, must learn to be a man when his father is injured.

Provides a history of the people of Mexico, from the Olmecs, the first to leave a record of their culture, to the natives and mestizos, those of mixed-blood, who live in the cities and rural areas today.

Traces the life of the last emperor to rule the Aztec empire in Central America before it was conquered by the Spaniards.

Using a travel guide format, describes the Aztec and Inca civilizatons in 1504, including their clothing, food, dwellings, sports, religion, and other aspects of daily life.

Uses the discovery of the temple in Mexico City, what was the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan, to introduce the story of the Spanish conquest of Moctezuma and his empire in the sixteenth century.

Alphabetical listings profile 143 groups of American Indians, with information on where the tribe originated, its language and lifestyle, and including entries on important events and people. Includes photographs, maps, and a timeline.

In this retelling of an Aztec myth, Lord of the Night sends Wind to free the four musicians that the Sun is holding prisoner so they can bring joy to the world.

A traditional Mayan tale which reveals how the cuckoo lost her beautiful feathers.