Layers of Learning Year One Unit Sixteen: Ancient South America, South America, Plants, South American Art (Layers of Learning Year 1)

Learn about the Norte Chico, Chavin, Canari and other ancient people of South America as you read, write, and do projects like make a Jaguar's Roar mask. Color a modern political map of South America and make your own homemade tortillas. Make an edible model plant cell and look at onion cells under a microscope. Learn about and make your own South American burial cloth plus tons more fun stuff. In each unit you’ll find a recommended library list, important background information about each topic, lots of activities to choose from for kids of all ages, and sidebars with a bunch more ideas including Additional Layers, Fabulous Facts, On The Web, Writer’s Workshop, Famous Folks, and Teaching Tips. Printable maps and worksheets are included at the end of each unit and may be printed as often as needed for your family or class. Learn more at www.Layers-of-Learning.com