peru

"How did the mysterious images high in the Nazca Desert in Peru come to be? Find out the truth about these ancient figures in the soil that can only be fully seen from high above the Nazca plain."--.

Students in grades two through five learn about the history, cultural traditions, climate, politics, and various places of interest around Peru.

An introduction to the history, geography, people, economy, transportation, mass communication, and social life and customs of Peru, the third-largest country in South America.

"What would it be like to live in Peru? How is Peru's culture unique? Explore the sights, traditions, and daily lives of Peruvians"--Provided by publisher.

Draws on the manuscripts, letters, logbooks, and private papers of Colonel Percy Harrison Fawcett to relate the experiences of the explorer in the Amazon in search of the Lost City of Z.

A brief biography of Francisco Pizarro, focusing on his exploration of South America and his conquering of the Inca empire.

Provides an introduction to Peru, focusing on the country's land, people, and culture.

Introduces readers to the Machu Picchu Site in Peru, discussing who built it, its discovery, and more.

"The magic tree house whisks Jack and Annie away to South America, where they must climb Machu Picchu to save a baby llama"--Provided by publisher.

"Enjoying days spent with animal friends near her home in the Amazon, young Zonia wonders what to do on a day when the rainforest calls out to her for help, in a lushly illustrated story that is complemented by back matter about the Ash?ninka community"--OCLC.