Take a Hike! - by Kate Chynoweth (Paperback)

About the Book

"This tween-friendly handbook encourages kids to seek out nature for health benefits and planet protection. Kids who spend more time in nature benefit in mind, body, and spirit! And likewise, benefit the Earth"--

Book Synopsis

With a mixture of inspirational text and practical tips, this tween-friendly handbook encourages kids to seek out nature for health benefits and planet protection.

Kids who spend more time in nature benefit in mind, body, and spirit! And likewise, they benefit the Earth. This guide explains the powerful connection between us and our planet and shares practical tips and fun activities anyone can do to get outside and soak up nature. An advisory board of psychologists and nature conservationists infuses the book with expertise in kid-friendly ways. Stunning photography showcases nature as fun, mighty, beautiful, and just outside!

Science continues to show the healing benefits of nature for mental health, more important than ever in the midst of a post-pandemic world. This book is part of a publishing partnership between Magination Press and the National Wildlife Federation(R). Together we hope to ease stress through a collection of books showing the benefits of nature for improving mental health, reducing stress, boosting self-esteem, and encouraging empowerment for people, communities, and the planet.

Review Quotes

"Readers will learn different ways to grow closer to nature at home, in wild places, near water, and in the woods. Sprinkled throughout are nature-related activity suggestions, asides that focus on explaining natural phenomena or answering questions about nature, and suggestions for small actions to take to make a positive impact on the planet's health. . . . [T]his will appeal to readers who seek to decrease their screen time."--School Library Journal

-- (8/1/2025 12:00:00 AM)

"This helpful guide with substantial back matter support should encourage kids to unplug and go outside, whether for whale watching, forest bathing, or building sandcastles."--Booklist

-- (3/1/2025 12:00:00 AM)

About the Author

Kate Chynoweth is the author of Lemons: Growing, Cooking, Crafting and A Bouquet of Roses, and her work has appeared in magazines such as Sunset and Real Simple.

The National Wildlife Federation, America's largest and most trusted conservation organization, works across the country to unite Americans from all walks of life in giving wildlife a voice. NWF has been on the front lines for wildlife since 1936, fighting for the conservation values that are woven into the fabric of our nation's collective heritage. NWF is also a publisher of magazines for children. For over 55 years, Ranger Rick has aimed to inspire in its readers a greater understanding of the natural world, a deep love of nature and wildlife, and a lasting commitment to conservation and environmental action.