Corn is one of the most iconic crops of the fields, a symbol of harvest, growth, and autumn abundance. Picture tall, green stalks reaching toward the sky, ears wrapped in leafy husks, and golden kernels glinting in the sunlight. Corn feeds people and animals alike and has shaped cultures and cuisines around the world. Each ear has its own pattern and rhythm, from plump, uniform kernels to multicolored varieties bursting with character. As you color these pages, imagine the breeze rustling through the fields, turning them into rolling waves of green and gold, and celebrate the richness and beauty of this remarkable crop.
Centeotl was often associated with maize, agriculture, and fertility. Sometimes depicted as a young man with maize-related symbols, he represented the essential role of corn in Aztec life and culture. Corn itself was considered a sacred gift from the gods and a staple of Mesoamerican civilization, making Centeotl central to the origin, growth, and sustenance of this vital crop.
