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Berries, Nuts, and Seeds (Take Along Guides) 1996 Recommended for ages 7-10, but can be used with younger children Written by Diane L. Burns and illustrated by John F. McGee Describes a variety of berries, nuts, and seeds that might be found on a nature walk and includes identification information. The Take Along Guides series, while older, The Camping Trip 2022 Ages 3-7 Written and illustrated by Jennifer K. Mann Ernestine is beyond excited to go camping. She follows the packing list carefully (new sleeping bag! new flashlight! special trail mix made with Dad!) so she knows she is ready when the weekend arrives. But she quickly realizes that nothing could have prepared her for how hard it is to set up a tent, never mind fall asleep in it, or that swimming in a lake means that there will be fish -- eep! Will Ernestine be able to enjoy the wilderness, or will it prove to be a bit too far out of her comfort zone? The Hike 2019 Ages 2-5 Written and illustrated by Alison Farrell Three friends set out on a day hike to explore their local forest, intending to climb to the top of the hill, where they will plant a flag, read a poem, and release feathers into the wind. Their individual strengths complement one another: Wren takes field notes, El teaches how to build leaf baskets to carry berries, and Hattie navigates using the map when they get lost. And their faithful canine companion, Bean, is there with them every step of the way. Pond Circle 2009 Ages 4-8 Written by Betsay Franco and illustrated by Stefano Vitale In the pond by Anna's house, a food chain begins with algae which is eaten by a mayfly nymph which is eaten by a beetle which is eaten by a bullfrog... Rotten Pumpkin: A Rotten Tale in 15 Voices 2013 Ages 4-11 Written by David M. Schwartz with photos by Dwight Kuhn Shows the amazing life cycle of a pumpkin/jack-o'-lantern as it decays and eventually gives birth to new pumpkins. The gross-out factor is high, as each of the rodents, insects, molds, fungi, etc., do their respective jobs. Fifteen different organisms describe their role in the eventual demise of this jack-o'-lantern. Secrets of the Garden: Food Chains and the Food Web in Our Backyard 2012 Ages 5-8 Written by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld and illustrated by Priscilla Lamont Depicts a family of four who make their garden their summer home as they prepare the soil, plant seeds, water the garden, and watch for a harvest of vegetables. Shelter (A True Book: Survival Skills series) 2023 Ages 8-10 Written by Diane Vukovic "Learn basic survival skills and connect with nature! Knowing how to build a safe shelter in any environment is a skill that every outdoor adventurer needs. Did you know that a shelter can be made from sticks and leaves? Or that it can even be made from snow? Learn all this and more in Shelter - a book that gives kids the confidence they need to get outside and explore."-- Provided by publisher. The Sun Shines on the Jungle 2022 Ages 3-5 Written and illustrated by Michael H. Slack "Welcome to the jungle! Take a look at some animals who live there and discover how they depend on one another. Beetles munch on leaves, and spiders pounce on them in turn. Frogs lay in wait for the spiders, and an argus pheasant waits for a frog to leap. And so it continues, with a peek at some bearded pigs and a not-too-scary python. But what do you think the biggest animal of all will eat?"-- Provided by publisher. Trout Are Made of Trees 2008 Ages 4-8 Written by April Pulley Sayre and illustrated by Kate Endle "Leaves and bacteria, insects and fish, bears and people, too--we're all part of one big circle of growing and eating and living"--Inside front flap. Water, Fire, Food (A True Book: Survival Skills series) 2023 Ages 8-10 Written by Diane Vukovic "Learn basic survival skills and connect with nature! Knowing how to find safe drinking water, how to build a fire, and which foods are safe to eat -- as well as which are not -- are skills that every outdoor adventurer needs. Did you know that you can find edible plants right in your own backyard? Or that certain insects are super nutritious? Learn all this and more in Food, Water, and Fire -- a book that gives kids the confidence they need to get outside and explore."-- Provided by publisher. Comments are closed.
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