Travel to Mexico within the pages of this book for middle-grade readers eager to explore the nation's rich cultural heritage, tourism industry, and history from ancient civilizations like the Mayans and Aztecs to Spanish colonization and independence. While depicting Mexico's diverse landscapes and traditions like quinceañeras, the narrative also discusses Mexico's government structure, economy, and challenges such as poverty and drug cartels. With captivating color photographs, timelines, glossary, and index, this book is perfect for research and browsing.