{"product_id":"hike-2","title":"Hike","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Hike\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e is a must-have for budding scientists, best friends, and all adventurers in preschool and kindergarten.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"These young explorers demonstrate the best principles of time spent in the woods: observing, admiring and learning. And, through their delightfully illustrated adventure, so do we.\"\u003ci\u003e—\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A plucky and sweet adventure story,\u003ci\u003e The Hike\u003c\/i\u003e celebrates how fun and rewarding it is to explore nature in your own backyard!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Three intrepid young female explorers set out to conquer the outdoors in their local forest, enjoying the process in their own different ways. Wren brings a sketchbook and a flag, El brings a poetry notebook, and Hattie brings feathers (and holds Bean the dog’s leash). They get lost and use maps to find their way. They draw wildlife, spot deer tracks, and see a deer before it startles and disappears, all before they finally and joyfully reach their destination.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Filled with lyrical language that captures the majesty of the natural world, coupled with a fun narrative, this spirited picture book tells the story of the girls' friendship—and their tribulations and triumphs in the great outdoors.\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eARTFUL AND EDUCATIONAL: The book includes Wren's sketchbook that highlights discoveries the kids make along the trail, plus a glossary, scientific backmatter, and abundant labels of the flora and fauna of a Western woodland throughout for learning about various plants and animals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A WONDERFUL GIFT: This adorable book makes a perfect present for the littlest nature lovers and families that love the outdoors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e RAVE REVIEWS: \u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eBeautifully illustrated . . . This is a perfect addition to elementary school libraries to support readers who love the great outdoors.\" —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e; \"Utterly satisfying.\"—\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Parents and grandparents of kids who like to explore outside \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Teachers and librarians looking for an outdoors-themed book \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of children’s books like \u003ci\u003eWe're Going on a Bear Hunt\u003c\/i\u003e by Helen Oxenbury, \u003ci\u003eThe Bad Seed\u003c\/i\u003e by Jory John, and \u003ci\u003eWe Are the Gardeners\u003c\/i\u003e by Joanna Gaines \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57317397332350,"sku":"NW9781452174617","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9781452174617.jpg?v=1778721941","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/en-usa\/products\/hike-2","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}