Adventures for you and your littles

Summer Reading kicks off on June 1st, our theme this year is "Adventure Begins at Your Library"!

Enjoy this list of books to help inspire a summer adventure with your family.

Updated April 26, 2024
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Adventures for you and your littles

Summer Reading kicks off on June 1st, our theme this year is "Adventure Begins at Your Library"!

Enjoy this list of books to help inspire a summer adventure with your family.

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Bluey : camping
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * Based on the wildly successful animated series Bluey, as seen on Disney+ Bluey makes a new friend while camping with her family! Bluey goes camping with her family and makes a new friend named Jean-Luc! Despite the language barrier...
Bluey : The creek
Paper Book
When Bluey, Bingo, and Mackenzie are tired of playing at the playground, Dad takes them to the creek instead! But the creek is very different from the playground. . . . Dad takes Bluey, Bingo, and Mackenzie to the creek after they grow tired of playing at the playground....
Margret & H.A. Rey's Curious George goes camping
Paper Book
Spend a day in the outdoors camping with Curious George as he pitches a tent, roasts marshmallows, and tries to stay out of trouble! George and the man with the yellow hat are going camping! George tries to be helpful, but after he upsets a neighboring camper, he ends up...
Field trips : bug hunting, animal tracking, bird watching, shore walking with Jim Arnosky
Arnosky, Jim
Paper Book
· Jacket overrun for Arnoskys appearances · Featured in the HarperCollins booth at major institutional conferences, including TLA, IRA, ALA and NCTE · Will be sent to 550 large school and public library systems and influential librarians and educators...
The Berenstain bears blaze a trail
Berenstain, Stan 1923-2005
Paper Book
This classic Berenstain Bears story is perfect for fans of all things funny and adventurous! Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book from Stan and Jan Berenstain. Brother, Sister, and Cousin Fred are ready to set out on a Bear Scout adventure. However, when...
Rock climbing
Doeden, Matt
Paper Book
This photo-illustrated book for elementary students describes the sport of climbing. Includes information on safety, equipment, and good mountains, hills, or cliff faces to try this adventure sport. The Q&A features throughout promote reader inquiry and critical thinking. Includes glossary, further...
Arthur goes to camp
Brown, Marc Tolon
Paper Book
With a cabin full of frogs, Arthur can't wait to leave summer camp. He runs away during the big scavenger hunt. But his friend's need Arthur's help to win against a rival camp. Where did Arthur go?
Sharing nature with children : the classic parents' & teachers' nature awareness guidebook
Cornell, Joseph Bharat.
Paper Book
When Joseph Cornell's classic book reached its 20th anniversary, Cornell drew upon a wealth of experience in nature education to significantly revise and expand his book. New nature games-favorites from the field-and Cornell's typically insightful commentary make the second edition of this special...
Pete the Kitty's outdoor art project
Dean, Kim
Paper Book
In one tidepool : crabs, snails, and salty tails
Fredericks, Anthony D.
Paper Book
Learn about ocean animals and marine life that live in tidepools in this beautifully illustrated, rhyming picture book! Perfect for classrooms and read-aloud storytime for kids 3-5, In One Tidepool is a fun introduction to the wonders of this small habitat. Did you know that a whole...
Backyard bird watching for kids : how to attract, feed, and provide homes for birds
Harrison, George H.
Paper Book
A fascinating opportunity for children to learn how to attract birds to their own backyards. Backyard Bird Watching for Kids is filled with entertaining and fulfilling projects that allow children to interact with nature while learning about the needs and behaviors of wild birds....
Olivia goes camping
Harvey, Alex 1941-2020
Paper Book
Olivia is super excited to have her best friend come along on her family camping trip. However Francine is not a huge fan of the Great Outdoors and is less than excited about the mud, the bugs, and the idea of sleeping in a tent. It's up to Olivia to help Francine get in touch with her inner nature...
Get outside guide : all things adventure, exploration, and fun!
Honovich, Nancy
Paper Book
This fun-filled guide inspires kids to get out of the house and explore the great outdoors where they can discover the wonder and amazement of the world around them, whether in their backyard, across the country, or around the world.nbsp;Full of fun activities, kids will learn how to make backyard...
Camp Rex
Idle, Molly Schaar
Paper Book
What could be more fun than a camping trip with a good friend? When that friend is T. Rex! It's important to set a few wilderness safety guidelines first. . . like making sure he stays on the trail. And does not disturb the local wildlife. And knows how to build a safe...
Survivor kid : a practical guide to wilderness survival
Long, Denise.
Paper Book
Anyone can get lost while camping or on a hike and Survivor Kid teaches young adventurers the survival skills they need if they ever find themselves lost or in a dangerous situation in the wild. Written by a search and rescue professional...
ATV racing
McAuliffe, Bill.
Paper Book
Introduces the history, different types of races, safety concerns, and other aspects of all terrain vehicle racing.
How to go hiking
Reagan, Jean 1965-
Paper Book
Let's take a hike! Enjoy the view in this Step 2 early reader from the New York Times-bestselling creators of How to Babysit a Grandpa. New hiking boots call for a hiking adventure! Pack your backpack with snacks, water, and a map, and join an uncle and his nephew...
Daniel loves to explore
Schwartz, Alexandra Cassel
Paper Book
A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood! It's a beautiful day for Daniel to explore nature in the Neighborhood in this board book based on Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood!
In the woods : an adventure for your senses
Tolosa Sisteré, Mariona
Paper Book
A family adventure in the local woods teaches readers how to plan ahead and use their senses to respectfully uncover natural wonders Every adventure starts with a plan! Check the weather, plot a course, and pack the appropriate items. As a family prepares for a local expedition, readers...
The kids' outdoor adventure book : 448 great things to do in nature before you grow up
Tornio, Stacy.
Paper Book
Nature is a destination, but you don't have to travel anywhere to find it. Just open the door and step outside. A fun, hands on approach to getting involved in nature, The Kids' Outdoor Adventure Book is a year-round how-to activity guidebook for getting kids outdoors and...
Cooking on a stick : campfire recipes for kids
White, Linda 1948-
Paper Book
6 x 8 in 48 pages 48 Full-color illustrations Ages 7 to 11 With these sensible and sensitive safety-first recipes, this upbeat book guides kids through the fun and rewarding process of campfire cooking. Whether they're at a campground with other campers, in the forest...
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