Pocket Guide to the Outdoors: Based on My Side of the Mountain Contributor(s): George, Jean Craighead (Author), George, Twig C. (Author), George, John (Author) |
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ISBN: 0525421637 ISBN-13: 9780525421634 Publisher: Dutton Books for Young Readers OUR PRICE: $8.99 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2009 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: Generations of readers have escaped into the woods with "My Side of the Mountain," the story of a city boy named Sam who learns to live in the wild. Now, Newbery winner Jean Craighead George offers an easy-to-follow guide for fans who want to live the adventureajust like Sam. Learn how to start a fire, build a shelter, catch a fish, identify useful plants, and much more. Hands-on activities are perfect for backyard campers or an afternoon stroll through the park. Illustrated with black-and-white drawings and packed with activities, naturalist trivia, and practical wilderness tips, this entertaining and informative handbook is your guide to outdoor fun. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Sports & Recreation - Camping & Outdoor Activities - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - General (see Also Headings Under Animals Or Technology) - Juvenile Nonfiction | Activity Books - General |
Dewey: 796.5 |
Lexile Measure: 860 |
Physical Information: 0.47" H x 5.1" W x 7.66" (0.59 lbs) 144 pages |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 133420 Reading Level: 5.7 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 3.0 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Generations of readers have escaped into the woods with My Side of the Mountain, the story of a city boy named Sam who learns to live in the wild. Now, Newbery winner Jean Craighead George offers an easy-to-follow guide for fans who want to live the adventure?just like Sam. Learn how to start a fire, build a shelter, catch a fish, identify useful plants, and much more. Hands-on activities are perfect for backyard campers or an afternoon stroll through the park. Illustrated with black-and-white drawings and packed with activities, naturalist trivia, and practical wilderness tips, this entertaining and informative handbook is your guide to outdoor fun. |