The Aztecs

This book introduces the reader to the fascinating world of the Aztecs. It explores how the Aztecs ruled their empire and prayed to their gods. It also looks at how ordinary people lived their daily lives, from farming and what they ate, to Aztec arts, crafts, and fashion.


Did you know...?

• Aztec boys were taught to fight from the age of eight.

• Aztecs believed in human sacrifice.

• Naughty Aztec children were made to breathe in smoke from burning hot chili peppers.


This book is one of a series of eight books that explore Ancient Civilizations.


Titles in the series

Ancient Chinese

Ancient Egyptians

The Greeks

The Aztecs

The Incas

The Maya

The Romans

The Vikings