A-ztec by Emmanuel Valtierra

A-ztec

A Bilingual Alphabet Book

Emmanuel Valtierra

Levine Querido c/o Chronicle Books · Print & ebook · September 9, 2025

Discover the Magic of Aztec Culture Through Words, Art, and Poetry!

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Who it’s for
Explore Aztec and Mexican words through bilingual poetry, codex-inspired art, and pronunciation guides.
Themes
Aztec and Mexican heritage, Bilingual language learning, Poetry and visual art
Pacing
Steady

About this book

Discover the Magic of Aztec Culture Through Words, Art, and Poetry! From Chocolatl and Axolotl to Guacamole and Quetzalcoatl—open up this spectacular treasury of Aztec words from A to Z! Award-winning artist Emmanuel Valtierra brings young readers an enchanting bilingual journey through twenty-six words, concepts, and gods central to Aztec and Mexican culture.

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Each page features a letter of the alphabet paired with captivating poetry in both English and Spanish, kaleidoscopic illustrations inspired by ancient Aztec codices, and pronunciation guides to help families explore these beautiful words together. What Makes This Book Special: - Bilingual Learning: Every entry includes poetry in both English and Spanish, making it perfect for bilingual families and language learners (Ages 4-8) - Rich Cultural Content: Explore gods like Quetzalcoatl, animals like the axolotl, delicious foods, important historical figures like Zapata, and vibrant traditions - Museum-Quality Artwork: Stunning illustrations echo ancient codex styles while radiating with contemporary energy and color - Educational Extras: Includes a comprehensive pronunciation and etymology guide, information on Aztec glyphs, and a QR code linking to additional resources - Lyrical & Engaging: Upbeat poetry verses range from reverential to playfully humorous, maintaining perfect rhythm throughout Whether you are looking to teach children about diverse cultures, or support their bilingual education, or simply looking for a gorgeous book to treasure, A-Ztec offers an immersive experience that will inspire young readers to explore language, history, and art. Every detail—from the background colors to the placement of poems—has been thoughtfully crafted to celebrate Mexican and Aztec heritage. Perfect for ages 4-8: Ideal for homeschooling, classroom libraries, and family reading time P R A I S E ★ “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. A must-have for children’s book collections.” —School Library Journal (starred) “Merrily edifying. Explore the ABCs from axolotl to zapata. Employing an Aztec codex style, the artist injects an anarchic spirit into his colorful artwork.”—Kirkus

Aztec Words

Explore Aztec and Mexican words through bilingual poetry, codex-inspired art, and pronunciation guides.

Come here for

  • English- and Spanish-language poetry paired with alphabet letters
  • Pronunciation guides and an etymology guide

Expect

  • Twenty-six words, concepts, and gods, from axolotl to Quetzalcoatl
  • Information on Aztec glyphs and a QR code linking to additional resources

Where it sits

Alphabet Books63%
Hispanic & Latino Life (U.S.)27%
Mexico - History21%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Alphabet Books
  • Hispanic & Latino Life (U.S.)
  • Mexico for Kids
Authors
Emmanuel Valtierra
Publisher
Levine Querido c/o Chronicle Books
Published
September 9, 2025
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Aztec and Mexican heritage · Bilingual language learning · Poetry and visual art
Reading lane
Alphabet Books