Wild Girl: How to Have Incredible Outdoor Adventures
By Helen Skelton
Illustrated by Liz Kay
By Helen Skelton
Illustrated by Liz Kay
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$19.99
Oct 06, 2020 | ISBN 9781536212860 | 9-12 years
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Praise
Readers will be on the edge of their seats as they follow each incredible story; Skelton’s honesty about the roles of motivation, confidence, mentorship, and teamwork makes for an impressive lesson in the mechanics of mind over matter. The colorful spreads are well designed, with layouts that are easy to browse or read, stylized illustrations of diverse girls being active, and the occasional photograph of Skelton (who presents White) in action. Positively thrilling.
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
Helen Skelton, a white English woman, has a list of impressive accomplishments, including an ultra marathon across the Namib Desert and a high-wire walk above London…many readers will be motivated by Skelton’s experiences, and her perseverance and grit are inspiring. Readers gain a wealth of information about the landforms and wildlife of various regions on Earth, which may spark wanderlust. A unique and invigorating addition to nonfiction collections for young adolescents.
—School Library Journal
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