Late Lunch with Llamas by Mary Pope Osborne & AG Ford

Author:Mary Pope Osborne & AG Ford
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Random House Children's Books
Published: 2020-07-06T16:00:00+00:00

Rows and rows of buildings gleamed in the bright sunlight. The buildings were made of carved white stone. They had yellow thatched rooftops.

In the center of Machu Picchu was a grass-covered plaza. It was built on different levels. People were strolling up and down in colorful tunics and hats. Some wore red ponchos and long dresses. Most wore feathers and gold jewelry.

“We’re the only people from our time ever to visit the living world of Machu Picchu,” said Annie.

“Right,” breathed Jack. “But don’t forget this place is a secret. We’re not supposed to be here.”

“I know, I know,” said Annie. “We have to find Cria fast. Do you see a baby llama anywhere?”

“No, they’re probably not here yet,” said Jack. “Topa said the way we came through the forest was faster than the Old Trail. Let’s look at a map.” He pulled out their travel guide and found a map of Machu Picchu.

“Here,” he said.

Annie pointed to places labeled on the map. “Royal Palace…Temple of the Moon…Temple of the Condor…”

“Condor?” said Jack. “That’s interesting.”

“Right,” said Annie. She looked back at the map. “Okay, here’s the Sacred Plaza…and there’s the Old Trail. That’s the way the royal guards came with Cria. Should we try to get to the top of the trail and wait for them?”

“Yeah…no…I don’t know…,” Jack said. “First I seriously need water.”

“Me too,” said Annie. “Look up water.”

“I doubt it’s in here,” said Jack. But he turned to the back of the book and scanned the index. “Whoa! Listen to this: Machu Picchu Water System,” he said. He turned to a page and read aloud:

Machu Picchu’s water system was a famous feature of the city. The system collected rainwater, which flowed down a canal. Using the canal and rainwater, the Incas built sixteen fountains with clean drinking water available for everyone.

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