How to Survive in the Wilderness

by Tim O'Shei

How to Survive in the Wilderness is a Capstone Press publication.

Genres: Survival

32 pages, Library Binding

First published February 14, 2009

Reviews

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

The wilderness can be a fascinating, exciting place. Mountains to climb, trees to admire, animals to spot, skills to learn, the wilderness provides many types of enjoyment for many people. But for someone who is lost, the wilderness can become an obstacle that needs to be overcome. Unless you are prepared for it, the wilderness can be dangerous. Under these circumstances, the decisions one makes regarding shelter, food, water, signals, and animals become all important. This book addresses some of the basic information that can make it easier to not only survive in the wilderness, but to be found as well.

The author covers all the basics, different types of shelter, how to find food and water, how to avoid injury from animals, how to signal for help, how to cross streams/rivers, navigation, and the importance of not panicking. The experiences of Amy Racina and Brennan Hawkins are briefly highlighted. There is a table of contents, index, and short list of other books on similar topics. The book refers the reader the the Fact Hound website for kid-friendly sites on this topic. This is a children's book especially aimed at reluctant readers. As such, the book is short (32 pages) and concise. The book does only provide basic information. But I have read other books on this topic and the information here matches that given in more detailed sources. I recommend the book to readers fascinated by or interested in learning about survival in the wilderness.

[Elaina · Rating 3 out of 5]

a review book for my job in a junior high library

[Elizabeth]

Review at Reality Rules