Letters Home From - Peru
Letters home from-- Series
What’s inside...
In each first-person account of an international trip in the Letters Home From... series, experience countries like Peru through the eyes of a young traveler. Presented as daily letters from your best friend, you'll discover the country's land, people, cities, religion, wildlife, food, daily life, and history. It's an engaging way to learn about world cultures and countries without ever leaving your chair.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-9
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you learn about Peru from the letters in the book?
How do you think the main character felt when they experienced new things in Peru?
Why is it important to learn about different cultures?
If you could write a letter from a new place, where would it be and what would you write about?
How can learning about other places help us become better friends to people who are different from us?
Tip: Role play these questions
Read the book together and pause after each letter to discuss its contents and any new information learned about Peru.
Encourage empathy by asking your child how they would feel in the main character's shoes while exploring a new place.
Make a small map or chart that includes the places mentioned in the book and explore each one through additional resources or conversations to deepen the understanding.
If possible, try cooking a Peruvian dish or create some crafts related to Peruvian culture to bring the story to life.
Guide them to make connections between their life and the character's experiences to help them appreciate and understand the cultural differences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cultural Appreciation
Explanation: Through the vivid descriptions of Peruvian landscapes, traditions, and people, this book fosters a deep appreciation for a culture that may be different from a child's own.
Real-World Application: Children learn to respect and value diverse cultures, encouraging them to be open-minded and curious about the world around them.
Example Lesson: Importance of Communication
Explanation: The protagonist communicates his experiences by writing letters home, highlighting the value of sharing stories and staying connected with loved ones.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to maintain strong communication with their family and friends, regardless of distance.
Example Lesson: Adaptability and Resilience
Explanation: The main character faces various challenges while adapting to a new environment, teaching readers about resilience and the importance of overcoming obstacles.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these concepts when encountering new or challenging situations in their own lives, learning to adapt and persevere.
Example Lesson: Geographical Knowledge
Explanation: As the protagonist travels throughout Peru, the book introduces readers to different geographic features and locations, enriching their world knowledge.
Real-World Application: This lesson provides children with a better understanding of world geography, which can be applied in their academic studies and satisfy their curiosity about different places.