Treasure Hunter's Handbook

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Synopsis
Following her successful Fairy House Handbook and Fairy Garden Handbook, Liza Gardner Walsh offers another concept book to get children outside and experiencing nature. The Treasure Hunter&’s Handbook targets kids and families who love to explore the world around them. This book highlights the appeal of treasure hunting as a fun family activity that encourages kids to get outside. The following topics are covered, allowing for a wide range of activities for different ages and interests:Myths and legends of buried pirate treasure: Share stories such as Captain Kidd&’s loot on Jewell Island and Pirate Ned Lowe&’s treasure captured from a Spanish galleon and dropped in the middle of the pond on Pond Island.Panning for gold: Panning for gold is making a comeback and is a great activity for kids.Mining for minerals and gemstones: Provides some information about how and where to find Maine's famous tourmaline and other gems.Metal Detecting: Covers the basics of using a metal detector and tells some of the stories of amazing treasure found using this simple device.Map and compass reading: Every child should learn these basic skills and this section will explain the basics of cartography and orienteering.Geocaching and letter boxing: Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunting activity using GPS-enabled devices. Letter boxing is a low tech version that combines navigational skills and rubber stamp artistry.Found treasures: Hunting for everyday treasures such as sea glass, sea shells, four-leaf clovers, arrowheads, and fossils.
Copyright:
2014

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
112 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781608932795
Publisher:
Down East Books
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Liza Gardner Walsh
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Children's Books, Nonfiction
Grade Levels:
Kindergarten, First grade, Second grade, Third grade, Fourth grade, Fifth grade, Sixth grade, Seventh grade
Reading Age:
6–12
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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