A-Ztec: A Bilingual Alphabet Book

K-Gr 3–In a style that closely mirrors old codices and echoes the work of Duncan Tonatiuh, Valtierra brings to life the beauty and vibrancy of Mexico and the Aztec peoples. This bilingual picture book is dedicated to the alphabet. From A to Z, the information covers games played, special animals that are still alive today, gods and the roles they hold, traditions, delicious foods, and important historical figures. Each spread includes the word for the letter of the alphabet, a poem in English and its Spanish text dedicated to that word, a pronunciation guide, and a breathtaking illustration. Each page holds not only a visual representation of the word, but exquisite details that will immerse readers in Aztec culture and make them wish to know more. From the color of the backgrounds to the styles of the text used for each word and to the way each poem is placed on the pages, this book radiates with a lyrical representation of culture. An author’s note accompanies the text, along with a pronunciation, etymology guide, and a QR code that leads to more about the words and art in the book.