(3) K-3 Great Outdoors series. These simply written primers on outdoor recreation succeed in introducing young readers to each experience, including the equipment and clothing required for the sport, general instructions, safety and emergency procedures, and the best venues or locales for it. Color photos with descriptive captions and question-and-answer sidebars complement the brief but informative texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Great Outdoors titles: Canoeing, Duck Hunting, Rock Climbing, Camping, Freshwater Fishing, and Hiking.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(3) K-3 Great Outdoors series. These simply written primers on outdoor recreation succeed in introducing young readers to each experience, including the equipment and clothing required for the sport, general instructions, safety and emergency procedures, and the best venues or locales for it. Color photos with descriptive captions and question-and-answer sidebars complement the brief but informative texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Great Outdoors titles: Canoeing, Duck Hunting, Rock Climbing, Camping, Freshwater Fishing, and Hiking.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(3) K-3 Great Outdoors series. These simply written primers on outdoor recreation succeed in introducing young readers to each experience, including the equipment and clothing required for the sport, general instructions, safety and emergency procedures, and the best venues or locales for it. Color photos with descriptive captions and question-and-answer sidebars complement the brief but informative texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Great Outdoors titles: Canoeing, Duck Hunting, Rock Climbing, Camping, Freshwater Fishing, and Hiking.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(3) K-3 Great Outdoors series. These simply written primers on outdoor recreation succeed in introducing young readers to each experience, including the equipment and clothing required for the sport, general instructions, safety and emergency procedures, and the best venues or locales for it. Color photos with descriptive captions and question-and-answer sidebars complement the brief but informative texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Great Outdoors titles: Canoeing, Duck Hunting, Rock Climbing, Camping, Freshwater Fishing, and Hiking.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(3) K-3 Great Outdoors series. These simply written primers on outdoor recreation succeed in introducing young readers to each experience, including the equipment and clothing required for the sport, general instructions, safety and emergency procedures, and the best venues or locales for it. Color photos with descriptive captions and question-and-answer sidebars complement the brief but informative texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Great Outdoors titles: Canoeing, Duck Hunting, Rock Climbing, Camping, Freshwater Fishing, and Hiking.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(3) K-3 Great Outdoors series. These simply written primers on outdoor recreation succeed in introducing young readers to each experience, including the equipment and clothing required for the sport, general instructions, safety and emergency procedures, and the best venues or locales for it. Color photos with descriptive captions and question-and-answer sidebars complement the brief but informative texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Great Outdoors titles: Canoeing, Duck Hunting, Rock Climbing, Camping, Freshwater Fishing, and Hiking.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors series. Each book provides an inviting introduction to outdoor exploration and recreation. The series offers a range of diversions, focusing on projects associated with the activities, such as glow-stick lanterns (Camping) and a plastic bag compass (Maps). There's not much depth to volumes, but with introductory chapters, materials lists, and step-by-step instructions with photos, these are accessible ways to foster enjoyment of the outdoors. Glos., ind. Review covers these Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors titles: Cool Birds & Bugs, Cool Maps & Geocaching, Cool Parks & Trails, Cool Backyard Camping, Cool Outdoor Activities, and Cool Outdoor Arts & Crafts.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors series. Each book provides an inviting introduction to outdoor exploration and recreation. The series offers a range of diversions, focusing on projects associated with the activities, such as glow-stick lanterns (Camping) and a plastic bag compass (Maps). There's not much depth to volumes, but with introductory chapters, materials lists, and step-by-step instructions with photos, these are accessible ways to foster enjoyment of the outdoors. Glos., ind. Review covers these Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors titles: Cool Birds & Bugs, Cool Maps & Geocaching, Cool Parks & Trails, Cool Backyard Camping, Cool Outdoor Activities, and Cool Outdoor Arts & Crafts.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors series. Each book provides an inviting introduction to outdoor exploration and recreation. The series offers a range of diversions, focusing on projects associated with the activities, such as glow-stick lanterns (Camping) and a plastic bag compass (Maps). There's not much depth to volumes, but with introductory chapters, materials lists, and step-by-step instructions with photos, these are accessible ways to foster enjoyment of the outdoors. Glos., ind. Review covers these Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors titles: Cool Birds & Bugs, Cool Maps & Geocaching, Cool Parks & Trails, Cool Backyard Camping, Cool Outdoor Activities, and Cool Outdoor Arts & Crafts.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors series. Each book provides an inviting introduction to outdoor exploration and recreation. The series offers a range of diversions, focusing on projects associated with the activities, such as glow-stick lanterns (Camping) and a plastic bag compass (Maps). There's not much depth to volumes, but with introductory chapters, materials lists, and step-by-step instructions with photos, these are accessible ways to foster enjoyment of the outdoors. Glos., ind. Review covers these Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors titles: Cool Birds & Bugs, Cool Maps & Geocaching, Cool Parks & Trails, Cool Backyard Camping, Cool Outdoor Activities, and Cool Outdoor Arts & Crafts.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors series. Each book provides an inviting introduction to outdoor exploration and recreation. The series offers a range of diversions, focusing on projects associated with the activities, such as glow-stick lanterns (Camping) and a plastic bag compass (Maps). There's not much depth to volumes, but with introductory chapters, materials lists, and step-by-step instructions with photos, these are accessible ways to foster enjoyment of the outdoors. Glos., ind. Review covers these Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors titles: Cool Birds & Bugs, Cool Maps & Geocaching, Cool Parks & Trails, Cool Backyard Camping, Cool Outdoor Activities, and Cool Outdoor Arts & Crafts.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors series. Each book provides an inviting introduction to outdoor exploration and recreation. The series offers a range of diversions, focusing on projects associated with the activities, such as glow-stick lanterns (Camping) and a plastic bag compass (Maps). There's not much depth to volumes, but with introductory chapters, materials lists, and step-by-step instructions with photos, these are accessible ways to foster enjoyment of the outdoors. Glos., ind. Review covers these Checkerboard Library: Cool Great Outdoors titles: Cool Birds & Bugs, Cool Maps & Geocaching, Cool Parks & Trails, Cool Backyard Camping, Cool Outdoor Activities, and Cool Outdoor Arts & Crafts.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(4) K-3 Yogi Bear's Guide to the Great Outdoors series. Illustrated by Bryan Beach. The cartoon bear teaches sidekick Boo Boo about bugs and insects in Jellystone Park, where they follow some ants to a "pic-a-nic" basket. Color photos accompany the ho-hum text, which is generally informative. With zero personality on the page, the characters lack the appeal of the original TV cartoon. A related activity and critical thinking questions are appended. Reading list. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jennifer M. Brabander

(4) K-3 Yogi Bear's Guide to the Great Outdoors series. Illustrated by Christian Cornia. The cartoon bear teaches sidekick Boo Boo about animal tracks in Jellystone Park. Photos of tracks accompany the ho-hum text, which is generally informative. On the page, the characters lack the appeal they have in the original TV cartoon. A related activity and critical thinking questions are appended. Reading list. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jennifer M. Brabander

(3) 4-6 Great Outdoors Sports Zone series. Each book in this series is divided into short chapters that cover hunting or fishing motivations, the sport's history, conservation issues, and safety and technical tips. The clear text offers a wide range of information for beginners, while the attractive layout features high-quality photographs and helpful diagrams. Animal identification guides and cooking instructions are included. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Great Outdoors Sports Zone titles: Big Game Hunting, Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Small Game Hunting, Upland Bird Hunting, and Waterfowl Hunting.

Reviewer: Randy Ribay

(3) 4-6 Great Outdoors Sports Zone series. Each book in this series is divided into short chapters that cover hunting or fishing motivations, the sport's history, conservation issues, and safety and technical tips. The clear text offers a wide range of information for beginners, while the attractive layout features high-quality photographs and helpful diagrams. Animal identification guides and cooking instructions are included. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Great Outdoors Sports Zone titles: Big Game Hunting, Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Small Game Hunting, Upland Bird Hunting, and Waterfowl Hunting.

Reviewer: Randy Ribay

(3) 4-6 Great Outdoors Sports Zone series. Each book in this series is divided into short chapters that cover hunting or fishing motivations, the sport's history, conservation issues, and safety and technical tips. The clear text offers a wide range of information for beginners, while the attractive layout features high-quality photographs and helpful diagrams. Animal identification guides and cooking instructions are included. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Great Outdoors Sports Zone titles: Big Game Hunting, Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Small Game Hunting, Upland Bird Hunting, and Waterfowl Hunting.

Reviewer: Randy Ribay

(3) 4-6 Great Outdoors Sports Zone series. Each book in this series is divided into short chapters that cover hunting or fishing motivations, the sport's history, conservation issues, and safety and technical tips. The clear text offers a wide range of information for beginners, while the attractive layout features high-quality photographs and helpful diagrams. Animal identification guides and cooking instructions are included. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Great Outdoors Sports Zone titles: Big Game Hunting, Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Small Game Hunting, Upland Bird Hunting, and Waterfowl Hunting.

Reviewer: Randy Ribay

(3) 4-6 Great Outdoors Sports Zone series. Each book in this series is divided into short chapters that cover hunting or fishing motivations, the sport's history, conservation issues, and safety and technical tips. The clear text offers a wide range of information for beginners, while the attractive layout features high-quality photographs and helpful diagrams. Animal identification guides and cooking instructions are included. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Great Outdoors Sports Zone titles: Big Game Hunting, Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Small Game Hunting, Upland Bird Hunting, and Waterfowl Hunting.

Reviewer: Randy Ribay

(3) 4-6 Great Outdoors Sports Zone series. Each book in this series is divided into short chapters that cover hunting or fishing motivations, the sport's history, conservation issues, and safety and technical tips. The clear text offers a wide range of information for beginners, while the attractive layout features high-quality photographs and helpful diagrams. Animal identification guides and cooking instructions are included. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Great Outdoors Sports Zone titles: Big Game Hunting, Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Small Game Hunting, Upland Bird Hunting, and Waterfowl Hunting.

Reviewer: Randy Ribay