Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to write a short paragraph about Peru, including at least three interesting facts.

Materials and Prep

• Blank paper
• Pencils or crayons
• Access to a computer or library books about Peru

Activities

1. Begin by discussing with your student what they already know about Peru. Encourage them to share any information they may have heard or seen before.

2. Next, explore Peru together using a computer or library books. Look for interesting facts, landmarks, and cultural aspects that your student finds fascinating.

3. Ask your student to choose three interesting facts they learned about Peru and write them down on a piece of paper.

4. Guide your student in writing a short paragraph about Peru, incorporating the chosen facts. Encourage them to use descriptive language and proper sentence structure.

5. Once the paragraph is complete, have your student read it aloud to you. Provide positive feedback and suggestions for improvement if needed.

6. Finally, ask your student to illustrate their paragraph by drawing a picture related to Peru.

First Grade Talking Points

• "Peru is a country in South America."
• "It has many interesting landmarks, such as Machu Picchu and the Nazca Lines."
• "Peru is known for its rich culture and traditions, including colorful traditional clothing and dances."
• "People in Peru speak Spanish, but there are also many indigenous languages spoken."
• "Peru has a variety of animals, including llamas, alpacas, and condors."
• "The capital city of Peru is Lima."
• "Peru is famous for its delicious cuisine, such as ceviche and lomo saltado."
• "The Inca civilization was one of the ancient civilizations that lived in Peru."
• "Peru is a beautiful country with diverse landscapes, including the Andes Mountains and the Amazon Rainforest."