Books About Wilderness Skills

The Best Wilderness Skills Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about wilderness skills? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Wilderness Skills

Crash
Picture Book · 2013

Crash

By Joseph Monninger · Book #1 in the Stay Alive series

A crash leaves a group stranded in the wild, survival uncertain.

35,941 words
3.7 Goodreads · 348 ratings
Paperback
Summary: A plane crash strands the Junior Action News Team in Alaska's unforgiving wilderness. With no phones or internet, limited supplies, and divided opinions on their next move, survival is uncertain. Will they wait for rescue or venture into the unknown? As tensions rise, each decision could mean life or death. Can they overcome nature's challenges and their own fears to make it out alive?
Hungry!
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$3392
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

Hungry!

Survive hunger by discovering edible plants and animals around you.

24 pages· 2,387 words· Est. 20 min read
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Library Binding
Summary: Facing extreme hunger, learn to identify safe plants and animals for survival. Dive into real-life tales of those who overcame starvation, and uncover essential tips to prepare for the unexpected. Will you be ready when hunger strikes?
Big Game Hunting
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$4097
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2011

Big Game Hunting

Master ethical hunting and wildlife conservation.

64 pages· 8,282 words· Est. 56 min read
4.5 Goodreads · 10 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Dive into the world of big game hunting with a focus on ethics and conservation. Learn about planning, hunting methods, and post-harvest tasks while supporting wildlife protection laws. Discover how responsible hunters contribute to balancing ecosystems, with insights on hunting deer, moose, elk, bear, and boar. This guide equips aspiring hunters with essential knowledge and resources for ethical hunting practices.