Ride a bus through the Andes, climb aboard a boat at Lake Titicaca, take a crowded train, everyeone is going to Cusco for the yearly Festival of the Sun, an ancient Inca celebration. A delightful introduction to the history and peoples of Peru, two page, colorful illustrations. (Picture book)

Carolina goes to the Sunday market to buy a present for her grandmother. Brightly colored folk art illustrations bring to life the sights and sounds of the market in the Andes. (Picture book)

Cuy the Guina Pig is about to be eaten by Antonio the Fox, but the clever guinea pig escapes, leaving the fox holding up a rock all night. Cuy has an even better trick when the farmer catches him eating alfalfa. The guinea pig convinces Antonio to take his place – it's all about love and roast chicken. Charming retelling of a traditional tale, delightfully illustrated. (Picture book)

Story of the Inca empire, with a special focus on Machu Picchu. A stunning two page foldout and wonderful illustrations bring Machu Picchu to life – you feel as if you're there, 500 years ago.
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Super introduction to ancient Inca history, daily life, architecture, art and music, plus activities and crafts – make a war shield, royal headdress or musical instrument, play a game, try Inca foods, write a poem, and more. (Activity book)

Humorous, handy tips for the Sapa Inca, emperor of the empire – how to live like a god and worship in your temple in Cusco, commanding the Inca army, and after you die, your body is mummified and returned to your own palace where you continue to "live" in style. (Picture book)

July, 1911. Walk in the footsteps of Hiram Bingham as he tramps through the Urubamba River canyon, beats his way through the tangled jungle, and scales the slippery slopes to discover Machu Picchu, overgrown with vines, but "a city lost in time." Marvelous watercolors capture the breathtaking scenery of Machu Picchu. (Picture book)

Check out the latest archeological discoveries about the Inca, as well as Chavin and Moche cultures that came before the Inca. Read about the Inca capital of Cusco, sites in the Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Pisac, and research on the frozen Inca mummies. Excellent photographs from National Geographic. (Illustrated chapter book)

Mini-biography of Francisco Pizarro – his expeditions, search for the land of gold, conquest of the Inca and takeover of Peru. Excellent historical illustrations. (Easy reader)

And for older kids: Francisco Pizarro: Destroyer of the Inca Empire

Young Cusi lives in a hidden valley high in the Andes, tending llamas. Lyrical story of Cusi's trip from the high mountains to the lush lowlands, to Cusco and back, as he discovers the mystery of the Incas, his ancestors. A gem. (Chapter book)

Peruvian legend of fox and mole, in English and Spanish. Fox weaves a grass rope to go to the moon, but little mole has his doubts. Bold, bright-colored illustrations inspired by Peruvian jewelry and ceramics. (Picture book)

Fun facts about those irresistible llamas, native to Peru – llama's are sure-footed, with padded toes rather than hooves, they use their ears to communicate, only spit when angry or scared. (Picture book)

Get to know the people and places of Peru today – city and country life, families and food (including recipes), pets and games. Excellent color photographs. (Picture books)

"These songs are timeless and beautiful and begin with birdsong and the whistle of the wind in the trees." Super collection of Peruvian music. (Audio CD)