Books by Duncan Tonatiuh

Duncan Tonatiuh writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, history, cultural identity.

Standalone Books

The Princess and the Warrior: A Tale of Two Volcanoes

Duncan Tonatiuh

For families exploring enduring love, loyalty, and the power of ancient legends, this book reimagines a poignant tale of

Ages 7–10

Feathered Serpent and the Five Suns: A Mesoamerican Creation Myth

Duncan Tonatiuh

For children curious about how the world began or eager to explore diverse cultural stories, this book vividly shares an

Ages 6–9

A Land of Books: Dreams of Young Mexihcah Word Painters

Duncan Tonatiuh

Explore how the Mixtec people of ancient Mexico created intricate painted manuscripts, or codices, to document their his

Ages 4–11

Game of Freedom: Mestre Bimba and the Art of Capoeira

Duncan Tonatiuh

This vibrant biography tells the story of Mestre Bimba, a legendary capoeira master who fought against racial oppression

Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

4 books

Ages 8–11

4 books

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