long, stretchy neck
big flat ears
thick, strong legs
white wool, like snowflakes
humming, like me when I’m tired
Latin America Special Issue
Page
124
Words by
Leo Yang, age 10
Pictures by
Logan Simich-Burr, age 14
Translation by
Victor Manuel Alva Coras
Narration by
Amber O’Fee
You can read this story in
Spanish
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long, stretchy neck
big flat ears
thick, strong legs
white wool, like snowflakes
humming, like me when I’m tired
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Learn
What is the difference between a llama and an alpaca? Compare and contrast Leo’s story with Max’s story on page 30. Are there other animals in the same family? What are they called? What are their characteristics?
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Write a ‘llama drama’ — a script featuring two or more llamas. Give your llama characters names and dialogue and consider incorporating a few Spanish words into your script.
Illustrate
Create llama hand puppets out of old socks, wool, buttons, etc. Create a small stage and paint scenic backdrops. Perform your llama drama for the class.
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