Peru

From the Series Country Explorers

  • Interest Level: Grade 2 - Grade 4
  • Reading Level: Grade 3

Pack your bags! We’re headed to Peru. On this whirlwind tour, you’ll learn all about the country’s landscape, culture, people, and more. We’ll explore Peru’s seacoast, the jagged peaks of the Andes Mountains, and dense rain forests. We’ll discover an ancient city, taste a special meal called a pachamanca, and learn about the Festival of the Sun, a special weeklong celebration. A special section introduces Peru’s capital, language, population, and flag. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world!

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978-0-7613-7979-9
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Interest Level Grade 2 - Grade 4
Reading Level Grade 3
Genre Social Studies
Copyright 2012
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group
Imprint Lerner Publications ™
Language English
Number of Pages 48
Publication Date 2011-08-01
Reading Counts! Level 3.4
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF038050, JNF025060
Dewey 985
Graphics Full-color illustrations
Dimensions 9.375 x 8.125
Lexile 710
Guided Reading Level P
Features Bibliography/further reading, Fast facts, Glossary, Index, Maps, Photo captions, Reviewed, Sidebars, Table of contents, and Teaching Guides

Author: Anna Cavallo

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Country Explorers

Engaging photographs, colorful designs, and informative, accessible text are combined in this beginning geography series. World and country maps show the country’s location and geographical features. Extensive back matter includes a description and traceable image of the… View available downloads →

Reviews

Midwest Book Review

“An excellent educational resource for young geography students or explorers.” —Midwest Book Review