Ocean State Libraries

Camping is an outdoor recreational activity enjoyed by all types of people. When camping you may leave your natural surroundings and enjoy nature in a naional or state park, otherly publicly owned natural area, or privately owned campground. Or, sometimes camping cab be as close as your own backyard.

Cool Backyard Camping makes the great outdoors fun and exciting. Tell a spooky ghost story or delight in a delicious s'more. Make a cushion seat or a glow stick light. This book is full of easy-to-follow steps and bright photography for every activity. Plus, it's written just for kids! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Introduces young readers to the basics of camping.

Provides information about camping such as necessary clothing, camp sites, cooking outdoors, and what to do if you get lost.

"Simple text and photographs present the skills, equipment, and safety concerns of camping"--Provided by publisher.

Sarah hates taking a physical fitness class at Camp Sunnyside especially since her big sister is her instructor.

A guide to planning and enjoying a camping trip, with tips on reading maps, preparing for adverse weather conditions, building afire, and including an introduction to competitive orienteering, a hiking sport.

"Explores the popular activity of camping, including tips, techniques, conservation, and specific gear needed"--Provided by publisher.

Learn the art and adventure of camping, including finding the ideal campsite, getting your campfires to light the first time, navigating with a compass, and more.