Ancient North America

In Cahokia, the corn crop is failing again and a warchief - and the warrior woman he may never possess - are disgusted by their Chief's lust for tribute. Now even the gods have turned their faces, closing the underworld to the seers. If the gods have abandoned the people, there is no hope - unless it comes in the form of a young girl who is learning to Dream of Power.

In Cahokia, the corn crop is failing again and a warchief - and the warrior woman he may never possess - are disgusted by their Chief's lust for tribute. Now even the gods have turned their faces, closing the underworld to the seers. If the gods have abandoned the people, there is no hope - unless it comes in the form of a young girl who is learning to Dream of Power.

Seven thousand years ago, major climatic change was ushering in a 3,500 year drought. For a small band of pioneers in what is now Wyoming and the Montana Mountains, it was a time of fire. As they struggled valiantly to keep their ancestors’ dreams alive in an unforgiving, drought-stricken land, a heroic young dreamer and a fearless woman warrior united to lead their people to a magnificent destiny.

Did you know the Olmecs might have been the first people to introduce writing? The first people who managed to elevate themselves to civilized life were the Olmecs. But they remain relatively unknown. In this new captivating history audiobook, you will discover the truth about the earliest known civilization in America.

Author and Researcher Mike Luoma shares the personal story of his first two years of exploration and discovery of possibly sacred stone sites throughout New England, experiencing potential Ceremonial Stone Landscapes and more. Mike relates his impressions from each visit, as well as research and knowledge gained in his efforts to understand the sites' meanings and histories.

Rosalba is a nine-year-old Mayan girl living in rural Mexico. Like her mother and grandmother, she weaves stories of her people onto blouses, ensuring that the age-old traditions continue. But new influences are entering her life. A ladina girl from the city, visiting with her scientist father, passes on the astonishing news that the Mayan calendar predicts the end of the world in 2012. Rosalba knows nothing about that, but her village is faced with a bulldozer tearing through the forest, dying wildlife, and cornfields in danger.

It’s interesting to know that despite the absence of great technological feats and volumes of information, the Aztecs were able to create a highly progressive government and society. How did they do it? Let’s take a peek at history and find out. History will tell you a lot about the evolution of thoughts and ideas. Grab a copy today!

What was Aztec culture like? Use this audiobook to examine the features of the Aztec empire particularly its aqueducts, art, architecture, and society. Where did they live and what was their way of life like? How successful were the Aztecs in building and expanding their empire? Listen all about the Aztecs in this audiobook for fourth graders.

A young Aztec girl tells her little brother how their parents create beautiful painted manuscripts, or codices. She explains to him how paper is made from local plants and how the long paper is folded into a book. Her parents and others paint the codices to tell the story of their people’s way of life. Inspired by the pre-Columbian codices, this story tells how the Aztec and their neighbors in the Valley of Mexico painted books and records long before Columbus arrived, and continued doing so among their Nahua-speaking descendants for generations after.

You might think that art and architecture are not as important as events. You are wrong. Art reflects the sentiments of the people. It showcases culture and a unique way of thinking. On the other hand, architecture traces the geography, traditions, and historical usefulness. You might think that it’s just another building but it might have been a temple where people once gathered to pray. Listen to this audiobook today!

Did you know that the Aztecs praised many gods? They didn’t have one god, like you probably do now. They worshiped many gods, depending on their prayer intentions. In this book, we’re going to take a look at some of Aztec’s biggest gods. This is an important piece of history because it reveals culture, beliefs, and religion. Get the audiobook now!

The Aztecs went a long way from being nomads to city builders. Such a leap was not easily done, so how did they do it? In this audiobook, you will read about the history of the Aztec people. You will gain important information on the lives they lived, the leaders they selected, and the culture they painstakingly built. Get ready for a mind explosion!

What happened when the Spanish Conquistadors reached Aztec? Explore the world of historical facts and figures using informative edutaining books like this one.

The Mayan Empire was a civilization rich in stories. Some of these stories you can learn about today, thanks to the writings of historians. Learning about ancient history has been made more enjoyable with the help of cool resources like this one. We say it’s cool because it’s been created with young learners in mind.

The Aztecs made strides in terms of the technology and artwork that they produced. You can learn a lot from what they’ve achieved, but more importantly, you can learn to appreciate the technology and art that you experience today. Learning about history boosts appreciation of the past, present, and future.

Who are the Mayans (MY-anns)? Why are they a mystery? Where did they come from? What did they eat? Why did they build pyramids? What did they predict would happen in the future? Why did the Mayan civilization die out? What can we learn from the ancient Mayans?