The United States and Mexico (Cornerstones of Freedom (Paperback)) (Cornerstones of Freedom (Library))
by Nel Yomtov
Discusses the relationship between the United States and Mexico, and explores such issues as economic development, immigration policy, and the drug trade.
An easy-to-read account of the birth of Paricut in volcano in the field of a poor Mexican farmer.
Writing, Counting and Calendars: The Olmec Civilization's Legacy Grade 5 History Children's Books on Ancient History
by Baby Professor
The Olmec Civilization at a Glance: Art and Religion Mexico in World History Grade 5 Children's Books on Ancient History
by Baby Professor
A Pocket Dictionary of Aztec and Mayan Gods and Goddesses (Pocket Dictionary (J. Paul Getty))
by Clara Bezanilla
Describes the gods and goddesses in the ancient Aztec and Mayan cultures, and includes information on each diety's purpose, how they were worshipped, and how they were depicted in Aztec and Mayan art.
Simple text and full-color photographs illustrate the land, animals, and people of Mexico.
Countries of The World: Mexico (Countries of The World)
by Beth Gruber
Join National Geographic's quest to find the heart and soul of Mexico. Journey through a land of incredible biodiversity: from Rio Grande to the Sierre MADRE. Visit Mexico City, the vast metropolis built on an ancient lakebed. Study the country's history of earthquakes and volcanoes and its current struggles to protect animal habitats. Explore Mexico's history as the centre of the Olmec, Maya and Aztec civilizations in Beth Gruber's lively text. Learn how Mexico's borders once extended...
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the May 5, 1862 battle of Puebla, in which Mexican forces, including ordinary citizens, repelled invading French soldiers. It is a day celebrated by Mexicans and Mexican Americans as a cultural event of seminal significance. This basic introduction to Cinco de Mayo explains the history of the holiday and why it continues to resonate. Historical sources and gorgeous illustrations including hand-colored French and Mexican engravings along with full-color photographs of...
Carmen T. Bernier-Grand’s inspiring free verse and David Diaz’s vivid paintings capture the defining moments and emotions of Rivera’s tumultuous life, including his stormy relationship with artist Frida Kahlo and his passion for his art. Rivera’s energy, physique, love for women, and work were all “bigger than life”. A biography, chronology, glossary, sources, notes, and famous quotations are included.
Best Book of 2020 New York Times |NPR | New York Post "This hushed suspense tale about thwarted dreams of escape may be her best one yet . . . Its own kind of masterpiece." --Maureen Corrigan, The Washington Post "A new Tana French is always cause for celebration . . . Read it once for the plot; read it again for the beauty and subtlety of French's writing." --Sarah Lyall, The New York Times Cal Hooper thought a fixer-upper in a bucolic Irish village would be the perfect escape. After twenty-...
Presents an overview of the Incan culture, examining such topics as government, religion, recreation, domestic life, occupations, entertainment, food, shelter, and clothing.
This book is an introduction to life in the time of the warlike Aztecs, with descriptions of the Aztec emperors, their amazing city, their temples and sacrifices, as well as family and home life, food and clothes, arts and crafts.
History of the Americas 1880-1981: IB History Online Course Book: Oxford IB Diploma Programme
by Alexis Mamaux, David Smith, Mark Rogers, Matt Borgmann, Shannon Leggett, and Yvonne Berliner
Drive critical, engaged, high level learning and skills. Developed with the IB, this Course Book equips learners to analyze and articulate complex historical concepts and contexts, strengthening performance and potential. Enabling advanced understanding, the student-centred approach actively builds, refines and perfects higher level skills. Cover the new syllabus in the right level of depth, with rich, thorough subject content from across the Americas for topics 10-17 for Paper 3. Developed di...