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Survivor Kid

A Practical Guide to Wilderness Survival
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Survivor Kid by Denise Long is a practical and engaging guide for children on essential survival skills. It teaches young readers how to stay safe and find help when alone in the wild. The book covers crucial topics such as building shelter, finding food, and signalling for rescue with easy-to-follow instructions.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for an engaging guide that teaches children practical survival skills in a fun and accessible way. With nature tips and activities, it’s perfect for young adventurers keen to explore the outdoors safely.

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Survivor Kid

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Anyone can get lost while camping or on a hike and Survivor Kid teaches young adventurers the survival skills they need if they ever find themselves lost or in a dangerous situation in the wild. Written by a search and rescue professional and lifelong camper, it's filled with safe and practical advice on building shelters and fires, signaling for help, finding water and food, dealing with dangerous animals, learning how to navigate, and avoiding injuries in the wilderness. Ten projects include building a simple brush shelter, using a reflective surface to start a fire, testing your navigation skills with a treasure hunt, and casting animal tracks to improve your observation skills.

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Survivor Kid by Denise Long receives praise as a practical and engaging guide for young adventurers from sources like the Denver Post and Kirkus Reviews. It provides valuable tips on how to handle dangerous situations in the wilderness, making it a helpful resource for both children and adults who enjoy spending time in remote areas. The book's fun and informative nature makes it particularly appealing for curious youngsters.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781569767085

Publisher: Chicago Review Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: Chicago Review Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 177.0mm

Weight: 213g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Denise Long

is a licensed private investigator and a former search and rescue (SAR) professional, who teaches wilderness survival classes for kids. She holds BA and BS degrees in Criminal Justice and Psychology, and is a certified Crime Analyst. She was a fraud investigator on an FBI task force, a deputy probation officer, a crisis counselor, and a correctional officer. She has trained German Shepherds her entire life for search and rescue, pet therapy, and fun. She is a lifelong camper and nature enthusiast.

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