central america

Photographs and descriptive text provide information on the people, cities, culture, food and drink, trade, gods and goddesses, clothes, sports and games, and other aspects of the Aztec, Inca, and Maya civilizations.

Presents a photographic introduction to pyramids, explaining what they are, discussing how and when they were built, examining the purpose of pyramids, and looking at different pyramids around the world.

A coloring book of line drawings taken from various archaeological sites in the Americas.

Mexico and the countries in Central America occupy a natural land bridge between the United States and South America.

Collects the stories of a number of teenagers who want to move from Central America to the United States.

"The Maya, Aztec, and Inca peoples developed highly advanced civilizations in the ancient Americas. Readers discover some of the many technological developments made by these groups as they expand their knowledge of both social studies and STEM concepts. Farming techniques, pyramid construction, and the creation of calendars are just some of the topics highlighted in the informative main text and sidebars that break down fun facts about the science, engineering, and math behind these technological achievements. Colorful photographs and illustrations are also included to help readers visualize this part of the ancient world"--Publisher's website.

Introduces the aromatic spices and cuisine of the country of Morocco in North Africa.

"Refugee children explain in their own words and pictures their thoughts, feelings and experiences about having to flee from their home countries. . . . this highly emotive title focuses on three current refugee crises in Syria, South Sudan and Central America. Aimed at readers age 14+, the book gives background information about how each crisis came about, why families had to flee and what life is like for them now is given in a clear and easy-to-understand way. Children from refugee camps were asked to draw about their experiences of having to flee their home countries"--OCLC.

Presents the stories of eleven Central American teens who describe their dangerous journeys to America, detailing the situations they came from, the hardships they faced on the way, and how they navigated the often confusing immigrant process.

After several unsuccessful attempts to create grateful creatures, the Mayan gods use sacred corn to fashion a people who will thank and praise their creators.