Peruvian crafts for kids

Information, activities, crafts, recipes, resources, and more for learning about Peru for elementary students and homeschoolers

This project was inspired by a friend's recent amazing trip to Macchu Picchu. Truly a bucket list moment! Since the chances of me making the trek there anytime soon are nonexistent, the consolation prize was to do an art lesson based on the Peruvian llamas. There are over 7 million llamas in South America. They are highly intelligent animals that are easily trained. They are raised for their wool, to carry loads and pull carts. And since they are in the camel family, they can survive weeks…

Art takes many different forms around the world. With this box, you can introduce your child to a few exciting cultures and create art that's inspired by these places.Kids will get the opportunity to make textiles inspired by the women of Peru w

Weaving is an important part of the Peruvian culture. Using wool felt and yarn, create a lovely Peruvian Weaving Project in the colors of the Andes!

Create your own siku and, along the way, discover that instruments and music are all around you. You can improvise, dance, and play — the Peruvian and Carmen…

We love these Mexico crafts for kids & think they're perfect to learn more about this amazing country! From sombreros to tacos, we've got a lot here!

This post provides instructions for making a Peruvian friendship wave bracelet. You'll see photos of bracelets in Peru and read about markets and bartering.

This project was inspired by a friend's recent amazing trip to Macchu Picchu. Truly a bucket list moment! Since the chances of me making the trek there anytime soon are nonexistent, the consolation prize was to do an art lesson based on the Peruvian llamas. There are over 7 million llamas in South America. They are highly intelligent animals that are easily trained. They are raised for their wool, to carry loads and pull carts. And since they are in the camel family, they can survive weeks…

No llama drama here—just a galloping good time! Make one or a family of llamas with this easy paper plate craft for kids.

Learn about Latin American cultures by making fun crafts for kids. They will have a blast making these Hispanic Heritage Month crafts