Curious about the Great Outdoors: Curious about Rock Climbing (Paperback)

Let's climb a rock wall! What equipment do I need and where do I put my hands? And what if I fall? Drawing on kids' natural curiosity about the world around them, this inquiry-based nonfiction book explores rock climbing fundamentals to get elementary kids ready to explore the outdoors. Conversational questions like "How do I start?" and "What if I'm scared of heights?" pique kids' interest and share what the sport is like for young climbers. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infographics draw in casual browsers and visual learners. A "Stay Curious!" feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes a glossary and index.