How to Survive in the Wilderness

by Tim O'Shei

Overview

The wilderness can be a peaceful, relaxing place but if you’re lost, it can be a dangerous place. From escaping wild animals to making fire without matches to building a comfortable shelter, How To Survive in the Wilderness will give you the tips you need when the wilderness turns wild.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781429622813
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2009
Series:	Prepare to Survive
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.31(d)
Lexile:	650L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 14 Years

About the Author

Tim O’Shei is the author of more than 60 nonfiction books for kids and teens. He’s also a teacher, sports and entertainment journalist, and the founder of Live! Starring … You!, a program where students interview people in the spotlight. He regularly visits schools around the country, teaching workshops and spreading his motto, “Write for your dreams.” He’s been featured on national television, including an appearance on the Travel Channel’s “Mysteries at the Museum.” Tim is a native of Buffalo, New York, where he lives with his wife and three children.

Table of Contents

Dangers of the wild — When the wilderness turns wild — Building shelter — Making fire — Finding water — Finding food — Crossing water — Making a toilet — Sending rescue signals — Navigation — Washing clothes — Escaping a bear — Escaping a cougar — Treating a snake bite.