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The Inca Arlette N. Braman

The Inca By Arlette N. Braman

The Inca by Arlette N. Braman


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Summary

Contains games and activities that help discover the ancient Inca culture. This book is filled with activities and projects that show you how the ancient Inca people lived and played, as well as how they managed to create an empire that extended nearly 3,000 miles. It helps to learn about the bravery of Inca warriors as you construct a war shield.

The Inca Summary

The Inca: Activities and Crafts from a Mysterious Land by Arlette N. Braman

Discover the ancient Inca culture with these fun games and activities! Make an Inca tunic. Prepare a quinoa snack. Create a royal headdress. You'll have a great time exploring the cultural traditions of these fascinating people as you learn to write an Inca poem, sculpt your own clay portrait in the shape of an Inca jug, and test your bluffing skills as you play Perudo. This book is filled with activities and projects that will show you how the ancient Inca people lived and played, as well as how they managed to create an empire that extended nearly 3,000 miles!You'll learn about the bravery of Inca warriors as you construct a war shield. You'll discover how the Inca created beautiful music with panpipes and dance bells - and you'll make them yourself! You'll get to prepare a tasty Inca dish called Andean stew. Plus, you'll find lots of amazing Inca facts on topics ranging from history and religion to language, metalworking, and art. So get ready for lots of fun as you discover the ancient secrets of The Inca.

About Arlette N. Braman

ARLETTE N. BRAMAN is a former teacher who has written articles for kids in such magazines as W.O.W., The Friend, and Pen & Ink. She is also the author of Secrets of Ancient Cultures: The Maya, Kids Around the World Create!, Kids Around the World Cook!, Kids Around the World Play!, and Traditional Native American Arts and Activities, all from Wiley.

Table of Contents

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS; ARLETTE'S ART TIPS; INTRODUCTION: THE ANCIENT INCA; PART ONE: SOCIETY; Kings; Royal Headdress; Royal Medallion; Warriors; War Shield; Farmers; Plant a Potato; PART TWO: EVERYDAY LIFE; Religion; The Golden Image of Inti; Food; Andean Stew; Quinoa Snack; Clothing; Inca Tunic; PART THREE: ARTS; Plays and Poetry; Write a Poem; Weaving; Woven Llama Design; Pottery; Portrait Jug; Metalworking; Silver Llama; PART FOUR: ACHIEVEMENTS; Record Keeping; Quipu; Master Builders; Stone Wall; PART FIVE: ENTERTAINMENT; Music; Panpipe; Dance; Dance Bells; Games; Guessing Game; Toys; Balsa Raft; Glossary; Index

Additional information

GOR008490729
9780471219804
0471219800
The Inca: Activities and Crafts from a Mysterious Land by Arlette N. Braman
Used - Good
Paperback
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
20031112
128
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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