Sticks and Stones: A Kid's Guide to Building and Exploring in the Great Outdoors
With this book, kids will encounter a huge range of projects that they can make while outdoors. Various activities promote engineering, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Author Melissa Lennig’s aim is to introduce today’s screen-overloaded kids to a world of exploring and adventure. Children will marvel at the tools and playthings they can create with natural objects. They’ll learn about campfire chemistry, the power of building with blocks, and mindfulness techniques for stress reduction. The book includes ideas for extending activities, safety tips, design challenges, step-by-step instructions, and helpful photos. The recommended ages for this book is 8-13.