mexico

Chronicles the history and achievements of the Aztec civilization from A.D. 1111 to 1521, and includes a time line, glossary, and pronunciation guide.

Examines who the Aztecs were, where they came from, how they lived, how they built up their power, and how they lost it.

Four girls and boys from Mexico describe their families, homes, schools, favorite games, and hobbies. Also includes introductory information on Mexico and a calendar of important Mexican events.

Presents an overview of the Aztec culture, discussing their government, recreation, trade, travel, family life, food, occupations, and entertainment.

Introduces athletic activities that are popular in Mexico, providing historical information, "fast facts, " and basic descriptions of a wide variety of team and individual sports.

Describes the work, equipment, and culture of the vaqueros, the Spanish cowherders who shaped the Mexican plains five hundred years ago, and traces their evolution over the centuries into "cowboys" and "buckaroos.".

When Chac, the great lord who makes rain, takes a disobedient boy as his servant, they are both in for trouble.

Follows Kin, a twelve-year-old Lacandon Indian boy, as he investigates the ruins of Palenque to explore the stone temples and pyramids nearby and learns of the traditions of the Maya society.

Describes various aspects of Aztec civilization and provides instructions for recreating some of their arts and crafts, including woven textiles, mosaic masks, jewelry, featherwork, and wheeled toys.

Text and photographs present the life and customs of the descendants of the Maya now living in the Yucatan Peninsula area of Mexico.