Welcome to the Bank Street Children's Book Committee's (CBC) Searchable Best Books List, a tool designed to help educators, families, librarians, and others access developmentally appropriate and engaging books for young readers (ages birth - 18).
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Run, Little Chaski!: An Inka Trail Adventure
Mariana Llanos
Illustrator: Mariana Ruiz Johnson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2021
Publisher: Barefoot Books
ISBN: 978-1-64686-164-4
Keywords: Inka Empire, Messengers, responsibility, friendship, kindness, animals
Little Chaski runs into trouble on his first mission, to carry a message to the Inka king. Colorful stylized illustrations. Glossary, map, and information about the Inka.