Here’s an exciting book packed with facts about nature, ideas for outdoor activities, and fun-to-do crafts projects that will keep boys interested and busy all year around. It’s filled with color illustrations and diagrams that teach kids—
How to recognize different kinds of insects and observe their activities
How to identify different kinds of rocks
How to read a topographic map
How to construct a camper’s backpack
How to tie sailors’ knots
How to build a periscope . . . and much more
Camping advice and instruction includes ways to protect against the weather, first-aid for injuries, advice on using a compass, tips for studying the night sky, identifying birds, and much more. The book’s wide array of topics and sturdy construction makes it an ideal outdoor companion for hiking and camping excursions. An elastic band bound into the back cover can be stretched over pages and used as a place marker. Color illustrations on every page.
Ages 8-12
About The Authors:
Michele Lecreux operates a graphic design agency in France that specializes in creating games. Previously, she designed games for the French editions of Disney magazines for kids, and also edited a sports magazine.
Célia Gallais is a French freelance writer who has worked on various children’s magazines, and has written several word games books for kids. She currently lives in Malmö, Sweden.