Ken Keffer Bücher

Focusing on the captivating moments in nature, this book combines practical field guide elements with engaging anecdotes about over 100 North American animals. It presents more than 1,000 intriguing facts designed to spark curiosity and inspire a lifelong passion for wildlife. The vibrant illustrations enhance the learning experience, making it both informative and entertaining for readers of all ages.

Explore the beauty of national parks through the eyes of Ranger Rick, the National Wildlife Federation's beloved mascot. This book highlights the "crown jewels" of the national park system, featuring Ranger Rick's personal favorites among the parks, as well as the diverse birds, mammals, and plants that inhabit them. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service with engaging insights and captivating illustrations that inspire a love for nature and wildlife.

Exploring common myths and misconceptions about the natural world, this book addresses intriguing questions such as the growth patterns of moss, the brightness of the North Star, and the behaviors of mother birds. It debunks myths like toads causing warts, providing readers with factual insights into nature's wonders. Through engaging explanations, it aims to enlighten readers about the truths behind these widely held beliefs, fostering a deeper understanding of the environment.

Packed with 448 activities, this guide encourages kids to explore nature year-round. Each season features a variety of engaging options, including checklists, challenges, projects, destinations, garden recipes, and outdoor games. Designed for children of all ages, it offers a daily adventure, ensuring that outdoor exploration remains exciting and diverse throughout the year.

Featuring a comprehensive guide to numerous trails, this book explores both short scenic day hikes and extensive multi-day backpacking adventures in Wyoming's Bighorn Mountains. It includes detailed routes through the Bighorn National Forest and the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area, as well as nearby state and federal lands, making it an essential resource for outdoor enthusiasts looking to experience the natural beauty of the region.

Share in the discovery of nature with your child and preserve his or her sense of wonder in this keepsake journal filled with activities and ideas--for children ages two to eight. As simple as stargazing, as challenging as a wilderness hike, as wild as a snowy sled ride, as creative as making a nature collage—discover (and rediscover) nature with these 52 family activities! A child’s discovery of the outdoors is filled with awe, wonder, and delight. In this interactive journal, parents and kids have opportunities to spark curiosity about nature and are given space to record their discoveries. Part keepsake journal, part activity book, We Love Nature! offers a year’s worth of fresh, fun ways to explore nature that lead to profound memories. Lay back, look up, and invent stories from the shapes in the clouds • Play in the mud until you’re covered head to toe • Sing campfire songs, and put on a show by the fire • Dance in the rain • Predict the weather, and then track your accuracy • Discover the night sky with an astronomy calendar • Hang up a birdhouse to see which birds you attract to nest