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Khan Academy: Aztec (Mexica), an Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from The British Museum provides a short history of the Mexica (Aztec) peoples and their empire.
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Khan Academy: Templo Mayor at Tenochtitlan, Coyolxauhqui Stone and Olmec Mask

For Students 9th - 10th
The Templo Mayor was positioned at the center of the Mexica capital and thus the entire empire. The temple contained many Mexica (Aztec) artifacts and gives us a glimpse into their rituals and beliefs. View pictures and read about the...
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Khan Academy: Frontispiece of the Codex Mendoza

For Students 9th - 10th
The Codex Mendoza, commissioned by Viceroy Mendoza, contained information about the lords of Tenochtitlan, the tribute paid to the Aztecs, and an account of life "from year to year." Read descriptions and view pictures of the codex in...
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Khan Academy: Atrial Cross at Acolman

For Students 9th - 10th
The Atrial Cross at Acolman offers a fascinating look into the interactions between Spanish friars and Nahua converts in the years directly following the conquest of Mexico. View pictures and descriptions of the cross and the Augustinian...

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