The Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan was the hub of a rich civilization that dominated the region of modern-day Mexico at the time the Spanish forces arrived. In this lesson, students will learn about the history and culture of the Aztecs and discover why their civilization came to an abrupt end.

Artworks can offer an opportunity to consider creativity in places and times that may be different from our own. Spending time to look carefully at the form, imagery, texture, and patterns of a work of art can help students consider and become curious about the materials and techniques, artistic conventions, and cultural contexts of unfamiliar objects. Use this interactive exercise to guide students as they examine an Ancient American work of art, document the ideas it presents to them, and consider how their thoughts connect with what we know about the artist's own ideas and intentions.

Interactive Google Slides - Drag and drop venn diagram activities that can also print off as worksheets. Includes Answer Keys!Venn Diagrams Included:Paleolithic v. Neolithic ErasEgypt v. MesopotamiaHinduism v. BuddhismAthens v. SpartaMayans, Incas, & Aztecs matching