Feathered Serpent and the Five Suns: A Mesoamerican Creation Myth
Feathered Serpent and the Five Suns: A Mesoamerican Creation Myth
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Feathered Serpent and the Five Suns: A Mesoamerican Creation Myth

Written by Duncan Tonatiuh
Physical book
$16.99
$15.80
5 - 9
Reading age
40
Page count
29
Words per page
~650L
Lexile measure
Sep 1, 2020
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Award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh brings an ancient creation myth to life   In the spirit of Tonatiuh’s celebrated book The Princess and the Warrior, this pre-Columbian creation myth tells the story of Quetzalcoatl, or the Feathered Serpent, one of the most important deities in ancient Mesoamerica. When the other gods grow tired in their attempt to create humankind, only one does not give up: the Feathered Serpent. He embarks on a dangerous journey full of fearsome foes and harsh elements, facing each trial with wisdom, bravery, and resourcefulness before confronting his final challenge at Mictlan, the underworld. With his instantly recognizable, acclaimed art style and grand storytelling, Tonatiuh recounts a dazzling creation tale of epic proportions. Includes an author’s note, glossary, and bibliography.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781419746772
    Publication Date
    September 1, 2020
    Publisher
    Abrams
    Page Count
    40
    Words Per Page
    29
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    5 - 9 years
    Est. Lexile® Level
    ~650L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~P
    ATOS® Book Level
    4.2
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    512367
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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