The National Parks Scavenger Hunt: A Family-Friendly Way to Explore All 63 Parks

by Stacy Tornio

Overview

This fun-filled guide shares an exciting scavenger hunt for every American National Park—featuring natural history factoids and fun and educational ways to get kids engaged with nature.

Are you planning a trip to one of America's majestic national parks? The National Parks Scavenger Hunt will help you explore all 63 parks, from Acadia to Zion. A bucket list, game, and adventure all in one, this book will help adventurers of all ages learn fascinating facts about our nation's most iconic landmarks. By reading short descriptions of each item and them finding them, parents, caregivers, and kids alike can tally points in a friendly competition and make unforgettable memories along the way. Filled with colorful illustrations to help identify spectacular flora and fauna, you will want this in hand as you visit every park. 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781643261768
Publisher:	Timber Press, Incorporated
Publication date:	05/09/2023
Pages:	236
Sales rank:	421,311
Product dimensions:	6.05(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.85(d)
Age Range:	5 - 11 Years

About the Author

Stacy Tornio is the author of more than fifteen books for families and kids, including 101 Outdoor Adventures to Have Before You Grow Up and The Kids’ Outdoor Adventure Book, both recipients of National Outdoor Book Awards. She is a former editor of Birds & Blooms magazine and currently runs the website Be A Good Human, which is aimed at getting more kids and families outside.

Editorial Reviews

This scavenger-hunt travel guide gives families an option for keeping kids engaged during their time in the park and helps to add breadth and depth (and a bit of competition) to their park experience…A fun encouragement to get out in nature.”—Booklist

“For travelers with young passengers this summer, or for the young at heart, why not try to gamify your trip? This colorful book by Tornio provides must-see checklists for every national park.”—425 Magazine

From the Publisher

04/01/2023

All 63 of the U.S. sites designated as national parks, from Acadia on the coast of Maine all the way to areas of Hawai‘i, are represented in this fun scavenger hunt that all ages will enjoy. Each park includes a description that specifies its location, size, and a variety of items to search for during a trip. The book gives point values for each item and the park as a whole, to maximize the competitive nature for readers who really want to take full advantage of the scavenger hunt concept. The artwork representing each park is simplistic but colorful. Whether these activities are enjoyed solo or with family, they will no doubt encourage a new appreciation for all of the national parks across the country. This is a perfect travel guide and companion to get kids engaged with nature and adults reintroduced. VERDICT This would be an excellent addition to a juvenile or adult collection.—Sarah Filiberto

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