Kusikiy A child from Taquile, Peru
When the Llama Constellation is missing from the sky, and drought is affecting the crops… Kusikiy flies with Condor to the highest snowed peak to ask the Apu, the Guardian Spirit Mountain for the secrets of the Rain
The story of a loving and adventurous child offers children and adults a multitude of opportunities to gain knowledge, to be entertained and be reminded that the world is formed by people who have different ways of thinking, and living. This is a story that allows children to identify with a child and his family from a foreign land, enhancing their understanding and empathy, which will extend to the significant groups in their community, and the wider multicultural world.
It is a book that gives parents and educators a visual and appealing way to engage children in a dialogue about traditional cultures, the importance and meaning of community, sustainability and responsibility for our environment.
A story about a child's concern with CLIMATE CHANGE. A Book for children and adults who love stories about a child's who helps bring the Rain to his community, the ancient Peruvian Island of Taquile.
Born in a traditional Peruvian family, author Mercedes Cecilia celebrates her family’s hertiage in this book. Her great love is the island of Taquile. She has been living in the Catskill Mountains since 1980. Read more
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Kusikiy a Child from Taquile, Peru
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(This version includes the songs of Birds and the sounds of waves on Lake Titicaca.
Recorded at the entrance of Taquile)
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I am hoping to print another limited edition soon.
Kusikiy A child from Taquile, Peru
“Taquile, Peru is a peaceful island. It is so quiet that you can hear the potatoes growing under the earth and the voices of mothers whispering Quechua songs to the babies on their backs. Quechua, the language of the people, sounds like the murmurs made by the wings of butterflies.”
Original illustrations and story by Mercedes Cecilia. Images and texts Copyright 2010 Mercedes Cecilia.