Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
2.5
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
308
Points per Word
0.001623
Page Count
16
Points per Page
0.03125
Series
Más Piñata
Description
Read this story to discover the Mexican legend of how corn came to the Aztec people. The coauthors are Elena Castro & Eddie Hernandez.
Quick Summary
This book brings an ancient Aztec legend to life, showing kids how the god Quetzalcoatl brought corn to humanity in a magical story passed down through generations. Young readers will be captivated by the tale of a powerful feathered serpent god who embarks on a daring journey to help his people, blending mythology with a food kids see every day. If your kid loves picture book myths and legends from around the world, they will devour this tale of the corn's origin. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders who are beginning readers and curious about world cultures.