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'There's a growing awareness that for the good of their health,
children need to be out and about more, with their friends,
exploring the outdoor world in their own way.' - Nicola Butler,
Director of the Free Play Network It is widely acknowledged that
children today do not get outdoors often enough and there are
serious concerns about children's activity levels and rising
associated behavioural, mental and health problems. With such
structured and technology-driven lives, it is easy for young
children to stay indoors, play on computers and not socialise with
other children in a healthy and active way. This book not only
supports 'playing out' as an integral part of children's natural
growth and development, but also provides early years workers with
a full programme of outdoor physical activities to promote
physical, social and behavioural skills. This book is a guidebook
to setting up an outdoor physical activity programme in any early
years setting. The book focuses on how getting outdoors and taking
part in physical activities will provide children with positive fun
experiences to enhance their general learning and development. The
programme can be adapted to suit any timescale - from a whole term
to one or two days. Key features include showing practitioners: how
to make the most of their outdoor area for all children step by
step explanations to the outdoor activities how to engage
participants (including parents) how to set up and plan activities
ideas for group and individual assessment how to carry out risk
assessments how an outdoors programme can change children's lives
for the better.
From Julie Murphy, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of
Dumplin', comes a hilarious and creepy middle grade summer camp
story that takes a bite out of fat camp and diet culture. Perfect
for fans of Spooky Stories and Starfish. Magnolia "Maggie" Hagen is
determined to be in the spotlight . . . if she can just get over
her stage fright. This summer, though, she has big plans to finally
attend Camp Rising Star, the famous performing arts camp she's been
dying to go to for three whole summers. But on the last day of
school, her parents break the news: Maggie isn't going to Camp
Rising Star. She's being shipped off to fat camp-and not just any
fat camp. She's going to Camp Sylvania, run by world-famous
wellness influencer Sylvia Sylvania, who is known for her
soon-to-be-patented Scarlet Diet. When Maggie arrives at camp,
things are . . . weird. There are the humiliating weigh-ins and
grueling workouts, as expected. But the campers are also encouraged
to donate blood-at their age! The cafeteria serves only red foods
and the oddly specific rules change every day. There are even
rumors of a camp ghost. Despite these horrors, Maggie makes friends
and starts to actually enjoy herself. There are even tryouts for a
camp production of The Music Man! This place might not be so bad .
. . until campers start going missing and other suspicious things
begin happening-especially after dark. The camp ghost might be the
least scary thing about this place. . . .
Each title in this series explores movements in different imaginary
settings and exercises every part of a child's body. Expressive
movements encourage role play, discussion of feelings and
reflection on the natural world.
This practical guide to staying alive and healthy in the wilderness
covers all the essential skills required to cope with whatever
nature has to throw at you - from dehydrating deserts to frozen
tundra and from barren mountainsides to ancient woodlands. It
explains every aspect of the four fundamental physical survival
requirements: shelter, water, fire and food. Traditional bushcraft
skills are fully illustrated: making hunting tools and natural
cordage, flint-napping, essential pottery and basketry, primitive
and modern trapping and fishing techniques, plus wild food cooking.
With over 650 illustrations and 75 projects, this instruction
manual will help you to master the art of mental and physical
survival, and will appeal to the general public as well as more
experienced explorers and adventurers.
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King Of The Swamp
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Catherine Emmett; Illustrated by Ben Mantle
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A striking and unique story perfect for little people interested in
climate awareness and looking after nature. McDarkly lives quietly
all on his own, growing orchids in his dank swamp, until one day
his peace is disturbed by an arrogant king who wants to turn the
swamp into a roller-skate park. McDarkly has ten days to prove that
the swamp isn't damp and dark, but an enchanted world. Can he do
it, or will he risk losing his home forever?
You may know Dude Perfect from their mind-blowing, world
record-breaking, viral trick shot videos and hilarious Overtime
videos! NOW, with the guys' new, massive, photo-intensive book Dude
Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff, you'll experience a
behind-the-scenes look at their stunts and their personal lives,
PLUS step-by-step instructions so you can attempt their tricks at
home! At Dude Perfect, we do everything we can to bring families
closer together, and that's why we're excited to share this book
with you. Follow our step-by-step instructions to have your own
Dude Perfect-style fun! Tweens and teens, ages 8 to 12, will enjoy
complete panda-monium with this in-depth look at Dude Perfect: five
guys who are kickin' it, throwin' it, tossin' it, and shootin' it
for more than 55 million YouTube subscribers and more than twelve
billion views. With an oversize format and fun, informative
graphics, Dude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff includes .
. . Step-by-step instructions to perform your own real life trick
shots using everyday objects. A behind-the-scenes view of those
hilarious Overtime videos and extreme sports moments. Dude Perfect
teaching about what a blast patience, perseverance, teamwork,
friendship, and faith can be. Fun science facts behind the
seemingly impossible tricks-because really, how did they do that?!
Infographics with "No way!" truths from the inspirational to the
absurd. A deeper look into each Dude's personal life, including
stats, favorite stunts, and insights. Each trick in Dude Perfect
101 Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff is the perfect combination of
challenging and doable to keep your young reader off-screen for
hours. This interactive book is a great gift for birthdays, Easter
baskets, holiday gift giving, or just because. Whether your own
trickster wants to perform solo, challenge a friend, or host a
family date night, this visually engaging book is a slam dunk for
anyone who is young at heart.
Rock collecting is simple and fun with this children's book that
includes an introduction to geology, an identification guide to
rocks and minerals, and a "how to" section. Nature's treasures are
just beneath our feet, waiting to be discovered. With this book,
you'll experience the excitement of finding, collecting, and
identifying rocks and minerals. Dan R. Lynch, author of many Rocks
& Minerals field guides, presents a children's introduction to
our amazing Earth. The book begins with geology basics, such as
where rocks come from and how Earth's surface changes over time.
Next, young readers are provided with an identification guide,
which features full-color photographs and ID tips on 75 types of
common and collectible rocks and minerals. From there, a "how to"
section includes details on what to look for, where to look, and
what to bring, as well as safety considerations. With rock
collecting guidelines that the whole family will learn from and
enjoy, this fun guide is engaging and informative. Inside You'll
Find "How to" section, including details on what to look for and
where to look Geology basics, such as where rocks come from and how
Earth's surface changes over time Identification guide to 75 common
and collectible rocks & minerals Full-color photographs and ID
tips With plenty of kid-appeal, Rock Collecting for Kids starts
children on a path toward becoming successful rock collectors!
Embark on an exciting adventure in the great outdoors with Bear Grylls.
Discover how to camp in the wild, find out how to spot and avoid dangers, learn how to find your way in any environment, and master some amazing knots.
Includes step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear.
This collection includes the previously published handbooks Camping, Maps & Navigation, Knots, and Dangers & Emergencies.
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Play Like a Girl
(Paperback)
Misty Wilson; Illustrated by David Wilson
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Practice bending, twisting, breathing, relaxing and more with Yoga Pretzels, a vibrant and colorful set of illustrated cards that provide a healthy dose of fun and education while teaching all the basics of yoga to help your head and heart.
Founded by Tara Guber and directed by Leah Kalish, Yoga Ed. develops health and wellness courses and materials that educate children, teachers and parents about the benefits of yoga! Our friends Tara and Leah co-wrote our Yoga Pretzels Deck, an exciting, educational addition to our Yoga Pretzels collection! Please visit the Yoga Ed. website to find out more about how to bring Yoga Ed. to your school or community!
Chronicles the lives and careers of seven native-born Marylanders who are enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame: Babe Ruth, Vic Willis, Frank Baker, Judy Johnson, Lefty Grove, Jimmie Foxx, and Al Kaline.
How do the Olympics make the world a better place? For more than
100 years, the Olympics have brought people together, proving that
competition can create community. Packed with fascinating facts and
sidebars about the Olympics, this informational text discusses the
history of the Olympics, the Paralympics, and the Special Olympics,
and highlights inspirational stories of Olympic athletes. Featuring
TIME content and images, the high-interest content will engage
students in reading as they build their comprehension, vocabulary,
and reading skills. Text features, a Reader's Guide, and the
extended Try It! activity increase understanding of the material,
and develop higher-order thinking. Check It Out! offers print and
online resources for additional reading. Keep students reading from
cover to cover with this captivating text!
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I Try
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Susie Brooks; Illustrated by Cally Johnson-Isaacs
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Empowering little ones by building resilience – learn techniques
from the animal world! Spiders’ webs are super strong, but when
it breaks they have to spin a new one. Birds aren’t born flying
but learn by making a brave leap. Using pitch-perfect examples from
the animal kingdom, this book encourages little ones to try new
things, build their confidence and become resilient in all aspects
of life. The cute and relatable cast of children work together and
support each other, showing that there is always help around,
especially when venturing into the unknown. Illustrated throughout
in Cally Johnson-Isaacs adorable, humorous and characterful style.
The perfect follow-up to I Breathe, a book of yoga poses for kids
from the same author/illustrator pairing.
Cy Young was one of the hardest-throwing pitchers of all time. He
recorded three no-hitters--including a perfect game--and
accumulated more than 2,800 strikeouts on his way to the National
Baseball Hall of Fame. Scott H. Longert uses Young's life story to
introduce middle-grade readers to the game, explaining balls,
strikes, and outs in an easy-to-understand way. Longert narrates
each season and each milestone game with an enthusiastic
play-by-play that is sure to draw readers into the excitement on
the field and in the crowd, fostering a better understanding of and
a passion for baseball. Baseball fans today know Cy Young's name
chiefly through the award given in his honor each year to the best
pitcher in the National and the American Leagues. Denton True
"Cyclone" Young won more than five hundred games over a career that
spanned four decades, a record that no other major league pitcher
has come close to matching. In addition to being the winningest
pitcher in baseball history, he was also a kind, self-effacing, and
generous man. Born into a farm family in rural Ohio, he never lost
touch with the small-town values he grew up with.
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