Ernestine has never been camping before, but she’s sure it will be lots of fun . . . won’t it? An endearing story about a girl’s first experience with the great outdoors. My aunt Jackie invited me to go camping with her and my cousin Samantha this weekend. I’ve never been camping before, but I know I will love it. Ernestine is beyond excited to go camping. She follows the packing list carefully (new sleeping bag! new flashlight! special trail mix made with Dad!) so she knows she is ready when the weekend arrives. But she quickly realizes that nothing could have prepared her for how hard it is to set up a tent, never mind fall asleep in it, or that swimming in a lake means that there will be fish — eep! Will Ernestine be able to enjoy the wilderness, or will it prove to be a bit too far out of her comfort zone? In an energetic illustrated story about a first sleepover under the stars, acclaimed author-illustrator Jennifer K. Mann reminds us that opening your mind to new experiences, no matter how challenging, can lead to great memories (and a newfound taste for s’mores).

Mike is always clumsy and inept when he goes camping with his friends, but one night his problems come in handy.

Chuckie is a young 9 year old and an only child living with his parents in a small town. Today is the dreaded day Chuckie wished would never come which is going on a camping trip in the mountains with his parents and favorite uncle. He is uncertain about the trip and prefers visiting his grandparents’ farm in another state because he feels the camping trip will be totally boring and certainly a waste of his one day off for fall break. Will the camping trip prove to be fun and filled with excitement and possibly change Chuckie’s mind about camping overnight? There are many exciting activities planned that sound like fun including fishing and rewarding the one catching the first fish. Will Chuckie win even though he has never gone fishing in his life? Read this novel to find out if Chuckie has a different idea about camping at the conclusion of the story.

A kid's first camping trip is a great adventure! Readers will learn just that in this upbeat book about family camping. The familiar subject matter and relatable characters are encouraging to beginning readers. Imaginative illustrations enhance the text, and a helpful picture glossary is included to boost developing language skills.

Plan your family camping adventure! Whether you’re a first-time camper or a veteran backpacker befuddled by the challenges of carting a brood—and all the requisite gear—into the great outdoors, here you’ll find all the tips and tools you need to plan the perfect nature adventure with your family. Humorous and irreverent, yet always authoritative, this guide to camping with kids, from babies through pre-teens, is filled with checklists, smart tips, recipes, games, activities, and art projects. Helen Olsson, a seasoned camper and mother of three, shares lessons learned over the years of nature outings with her own family. Learn the basics of family camping, from choosing a destination and packing gear to setting up a campsite and keeping little ones safe. Create the perfect camp menu with simple and tasty recipe ideas. Discover foolproof tips and tactics for keeping kids happy and entertained while hiking. Explore nature through clever and creative camp arts and craft projects. This guide is your game plan to unplugging from the digital world and connecting your kids to nature. Whether it’s roasting marshmallows around a crackling campfire or stretching out on a camp mat to gaze at the stars, the memories you’ll be making will last a lifetime.