Aztec Times (If You Were There S.)

by Antony Mason (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  1997

  $3.36

  This volume examines Aztec history answering the question a child might ask, What would it be life if I lived then? . Encased into the board at the rear of the book is a boardgame with an accompanying set of rules. This brings to life what has been described in the book, and is a useful teaching aid since it reinforces what has been learnt. At the end of the book is a time chart which shows the events in the rest of the world at the period under investigation. Anthony Mason is the author of The Dorling Kindersly Children's Encyclopedia and Children's Atlas of Civilizations .

• Used

  Hardcover
  1997

  $4.85

  The Simon & Schuster reference line continues to expand with another book in the If You Were There series, begun in Fall 1996, with Biblical Times and Medieval Times. This title, Aztec Times, takes readers back to ancient Mexico in a quest to discover what life was like for the region's indigenous people. Spreads -- complete with vibrant, full-color art and intriguing text -- cover aspects of life in this remarkably advanced society. They cover everything from Trade and Taxes and Science and Learning to The Demands of the Gods and Family Life . The back cover also folds out to reveal a game board. Touching on nearly an aspects of daily life, and always keeping its focus on children, Aztec Times is a fantastic way to introduce young readers to all intriguing ancient culture and is a strong addition to the ever-growing group of S&S reference titles.