Up and Down the Andes
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Up and Down the Andes by Laurie Krebs
This rhyming text takes readers from Lake Titicaca all the way to the city of Cusco for the highly popular Inti Raymi festival, celebrated in June each year. Children from many areas of southern Pere are traveling to thefestival, each using a different mode of transportation.
"Peruvian children in colorful native garb make their way to a winter solstice celebration in this glowingly illustrated book" — Publishers Weekly
"The simple rhyming text and the bright, clear, beautiful unframed acrylic paintings express a strong sense of the rich traditions that are still part of contemporary life, from the clothes and food at the party to the images of the Sun God" — Booklist
"The simple rhyming text and the bright, clear, beautiful unframed acrylic paintings express a strong sense of the rich traditions that are still part of contemporary life, from the clothes and food at the party to the images of the Sun God" — Booklist
Laurie Krebs draws inspiration for her books from her adventures around the world. She is a former teacher from Connecticut, USA, and a mother and grandmother. She is the author of many globe-trotting titles for Barefoot Books, including We All Went on Safari and Off We Go to Mexico! Aurélia Fronty is a painter, illustrator and textile artist. Traditional art from around the world has always inspired her, particularly colors and patterns. Aurelia has illustrated many children's books in the French market, and this is her first project for Barefoot Books.
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ISBN 13 | 9781846864681 |
ISBN 10 | 1846864682 |
Title | Up and Down the Andes |
Author | Laurie Krebs |
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Binding type | Paperback |
Publisher | Barefoot Books Ltd |
Year published | 2010-06-01 |
Number of pages | 32 |
Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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