National Get Outdoors Day: Books for Teens

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 31, 2024
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Backyard biology : investigate habitats outside your door with 25 projects
Latham, Donna.
Paper Book
BIOLOGY IS THE STUDY OF LIFE Life is everywhere, thriving in the city and in the country, teeming in ecosystems around the planet--in deserts, oceans, and even the Arctic. And life is right outside your door!Backyard Biology invites children ages 9 and up to investigate living...
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...
What's wild outside your door? : discovering nature in the city
Wohlleben, Peter
Paper Book
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees and Can You Hear the Trees Talking? comes a guide to finding nature in the city for kids 8-12. Features STEM activities, fun facts, quizzes, photographs, and more. You...
The outdoor scientist : the wonder of observing the natural world
Grandin, Temple
Paper Book
From New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned scientist and autism spokesperson Temple Grandin comes a book about exploring the world around us, asking questions, and making sense of what we see--with 40 fun outdoor activities that promote independent thinking, which kids...

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