outdoor recreation

Zach likes computers, books, and television much more than playing outside, but when he makes friends with the new boy next door, he learns to enjoy being active.

Presents a variety of games meant to be played outside--in such settings as yards, fields, playgrounds, and beaches--giving suitable ages, number of players, and space requirements for each game.

A young girl describes some of the activities she and her family enjoy during a day at the beach.

Introduces readers to a wide range of careers in education associated with wilderness and wildlife management.

More than 100 hands-on activities and games that teach children the basics for safe, fun camping while showing them how to explore the natural world.

An 1890 manual of pasttimes which includes instructions for making kites, fishing poles, a blow gun, boats, and theatrical costumes, and for raising dogs, stuffing animals, stocking an aquarium, and camping.

Includes instructions for using everyday materials to make a variety of projects, such as windchimes, flying saucers, and a scarecrow. Also gives directions for some backyard games.