My First Book of Hiking: Features a Built-in Handle for Kids Excited to Discover the Wonders of Nature

by Stephanie Puglisi, Jeremy Puglisi, Ekaterina Trukhan (illustrator)

Genres: Picture Books, Nature, Fiction, Childrens

22 pages, Board Book

Published May 6, 2025

Reviews

[court ౨ৎ librarycutie · Rating 4 out of 5]

this was a cute book for little beginner hikers. my son enjoyed reading alongside me and continuously said he couldn’t wait to go hiking again. it’s simple and gives so many hiking scenarios to get kids hyped to get outside and explore forests, waterfalls, different wildlife, and a fun scavenger hunt to make your own trail mix during hikes. the images include various families exploring outside, too. it looks like it’s a little book perfect for little hands, definitely one i’m going to buy for my kids.

early copy received from netgalley

[Ryan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Just like the first book of hiking this book is too long. Not only does it talk about different types of camping and where you go. It also gives sentences about real campsites. Too much in this type of book at one time.

[Reading Adventures · Rating 5 out of 5]

This wonderful book is another addition in the Terra Babies On the Go series. These
books are actually, 100% recyclable. That is if it's ever needed. This series has become a household treasure for our family. They are so fun and creative. These are on the go adventures perfect for little hands. In this adventure we get to learn all about the many wonders we can find in nature. We love the easy-to-follow text and the colorful, eye-catching illustrations really help tell us all about the adventure we can find on a hike. My family was so excited to find some of our favorite things about hiking like discovering the animals of nature and the beautiful waterfalls. We love the addition of how to make our own trail mix. Get ready for some hiking fun and enjoy this adventure with your family.

[Lynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This sturdy board book is a terrific introduction to hiking for pre-schoolers eager to join in with outdoor experiences. I read this along with another in the Terra Babies on the Go series, My First Book of Camping.

Simple vocabulary and cheerful illustrations describe how to get started with a hike, places to go and equipment to take. Instructions on making your own trail mix are included and hiking safety instruction are well integrated.

The books come with a handle so little readers can carry them easily. Fun choices for our smallest readers.

[Regency_Fan_ Michelle RegencyFanMichelleAndMore · Rating 2 out of 5]

The illustrations appeared to be geared toward a toddler but written to an older child. It had uninteresting details and wasn’t entertaining to read. The whistle would also be a choking hazard to a small child. I would not recommend this book.
I received a complimentary e-copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

[M · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved My First Book of Hiking by Stephanie Puglisi; Jeremy Puglisi. Book says ages 0-4 but I think it skews a little bit towards 4 or even 5 years old. It includes adorable illustrations and is designed with a handle to be carried by kids on the go. Sometimes books for children do not give them enough credit, and I can honestly say this was not the case with this book. They gave kids actual examples of things to do on a hike and things they might learn like:
-List of items to take on a hike (bottle of water, snacks)
-Names of hiking trails (Hurricane Ridge at Olympic National Park)
-How to use tools (compass, trailhead map)
-Animals you might encounter (marmot, mountain goat)
-New hiking words like "scramble" or climbing with your hands and feet
-How to make trail mix using GORP (good old raisins and peanuts)
I would definitely recommend this book for littles and say give it to them young so they can grow with it. Plus they can take it with them any time they hike!

Thanks to NetGalley, SOURCEBOOKS Kids and duopress for an advance copy of the books to review.