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A fascinating bilingual picture book biography of Peruvian archaeologist and national icon Julio C. Tello, who unearthed Peru's ancient cultures and fostered pride in the country's Indigenous history.
Quick Summary
This bilingual picture book introduces kids to Julio C. Tello, a Peruvian archaeologist who discovered ancient mummies and treasures that changed how the world sees South American history. Young readers will be fascinated by the story of a curious boy who grew up to dig up incredible artifacts, learn ancient languages, and become a national hero who proved his country's indigenous cultures were among the world's oldest and most sophisticated. If your kid loves picture book biographies like "Grace for President" they'll be equally inspired by this story of a determined kid who followed his dreams. Perfect for ages 5-8 in kindergarten through third grade, this 0.5-point AR book at level 6.2 makes history come alive for early readers.