<p><em><strong>Selected for the CBC January 2025 Hot Off The Press List.</strong></em></p><p>"The text emphasizes that nature is fun and nothing to be afraid of but everyone should be prepared just in case something happens. The illustrations are bright, colorful cartoon characters but detailed enough that you could recognize the animals in the wilderness. The book could almost be thought of as a simplified scouting manual." <em><strong>—Christine Kelly, Youth Services Book Review</strong></em></p><p>"What I Liked: The illustrations, which accompany the informative text, make it easy for readers to understand the appropriate actions in different scenarios. The author successfully balances important information and humor making it an engaging read." <em><strong>—Sara Perrera, YA Books Central</strong></em></p><p>"This is a handy little book for kids to offer practical tips for safety in the great outdoors. It calls it a survival guide." <em><strong>—Goodreads/NetGalley-Educator</strong></em></p><p>"I think, for the most part, this book is good as an intro to animal safety when hiking. There was an ideal amount of information, making this book great for little ones." <em><strong>—Goodreads/NetGalley-Reviewer</strong></em></p><p>"As someone who likes to be with nature , I found this book really helpful. Kids will enjoy learning about being safe in nature and so will their adults." <em><strong>—NetGalley-Educator</strong></em></p><p>"If you spend a lot of time in nature, this is a good book for you. My family and I love hiking, so I enjoyed reading this book. It is good to know what to do in an emergency or what it looks like when an animal is about to attack." <em><strong>—Kids' Book Buzz</strong></em></p><p>"This is truly the book that I've always needed, and I'm so happy to be sharing it with my kids. It's a nature survival guide that's the perfect combination of practical advice and humor! What To Do If You Meet a Bear?: A Nature Survival Guide is a laugh-out-loud book to encourage kids to be more comfortable in the wild. There's truly nothing else like nature, after all. It's so important to get out there and explore with kids!" <em><strong>—Fun Reads for Kids, IG</strong></em></p>
Embark on a wild adventure with a nature survival guide, blending humor, safety, and wildlife encounters for young readers, fostering respect for nature and outdoor confidence.
Venture into the wild with What To Do If You Meet a Bear? A Nature Survival Guide, a thrilling non-fiction adventure for kids aged 6-9. As young explorers set off into nature, they encounter the excitement of the woods, desert, and jungle. But what if they get lost or come face-to-face with wild animals like bears, boars, or crocodiles? With humor and expert advice, the book guides children on how to keep a cool head, offering useful rules and tips for surviving and respecting nature. Covering scenarios from meeting a wild boar to navigating the sea, the book combines playful guidance with educational content, ensuring a delightful and insightful journey for young readers.
In this entertaining and educational survival guide, kids learn safety, respect, and confident outdoor exploration. With relatable scenarios, respectful etiquette, and amusing strategies for various encounters, the book transforms learning into laughter. Perfect for young adventurers preparing for a trip or nature enthusiasts, the book empowers children to appreciate the beauty of the natural world while minimizing risks. What To Do If You Meet a Bear? is not just a guide; it's a companion for curious minds, fostering confidence and respect for nature through an engaging blend of humor and valuable knowledge. For families seeking an entertaining and educational resource for outdoor excursions, this book is a must-have for fostering confident young explorers.
Introduction
What to do if you are lost in the woods
What to do if you are lost in the desert
What to do if you are lost in the jungle
What to do if you meet a bear
What to do if you meet a wild boar
What to do if you meet a bull
What to do if you meet a dog
What to do if you meet a snake
What to do if you meet a monkey
What to do if you meet a buck
What to do if you meet an elk
What to do if you meet a shark
Other dangers at sea
What to do if you meet an alligator
What to do if you meet a tiger
What to do if you meet a scorpion
What to do if you meet a swan
Tips and tricks for survival in the wild
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Biographical note
Stepanka Sekaninova used to work as a TV reporter and in the production of children’s programs. Now she is a writer and an editor-in-chief, living in the Czech Republic.
Adam Wolf is a self-taught artist with a wide range of artistic skills including analog and digital photography, tattooing, digital and classical illustration, and canvas painting. Having been interested in various creative activities since his early years, he studied photography at the Prague School of Photography, and these days he enjoys illustrating children’s books. He was born in Pardubice, Czech Republic in 1981.