Peru

Geography: We colored the map and flag and read stories about Peru this week. Our favorites were Zorro and Quwi, Munay and The Magic Lake, Lost City The Discovery of Machu Picchu, and The Stolen Smell. We painted Machu Picchu. We read a few books about rocks and minerals since Peru exports many minerals. We discussed the diversity of desert and rainforest on opposite sides of the Andes mountains. We also reviewed South America as a whole continent and the many animals and wonders of the rainforest and the effects of deforestation. Next week, we're off to Mexico!