National Get Outdoors Day: Books for Kids

National Get Outdoors Day is celebrated on the second Saturday in June. Grab one of these great books to inspire your outdoor adventures this summer!

Updated May 28, 2026
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Hike it : an introduction to camping, hiking, and backpacking in the U.S.A.
Tazz, Iron
Paper Book
"Solid info combined with amazing destinations make this a good intro to hiking and backpacking"--Kirkus Discover camping, hiking, and backpacking with internet sensation Iron Tazz This highly illustrated book is the perfect introduction to enjoying...
Little Owl's night
Srinivasan, Divya.
Paper Book
A unique twist on a bedtime story, this gorgeously illustrated book is the perfect comfort for any child who's curious about what goes on at night. It's evening in the forest, and Little Owl has just woken up from his day-long slumber to watch his friends enjoying the night....
The wildlife watching encyclopedia
Perdew, Laura
Paper Book
The Wildlife Watching Encyclopedia establishes the basics of finding and identifying wildlife, including looking for tracks and listening for calls. Alongside text that describes animal behavior and habitat, readers will learn the importance of respecting wildlife and how to prepare for a successful...
Adventure awaits
Kingsbury, Karen
Paper Book
Now an original series on Prime Video In the fourth book in Karen Kingsbury's and Tyler Russell's beloved series about the Baxter children, Kari and Ashley go through the ups and downs of summer camp. School science camp is a few weeks away, but Ashley and...

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