How to Go Anywhere (and Not Get Lost): A Guide to Navigation for Young Adventurers

How to Go Anywhere (and Not Get Lost) is an engaging nonfiction guide for children aged 4-11, offering a comprehensive look at the history and science of navigation. It covers everything from ancient Polynesian star-tracking to European exploration with compasses, and modern GPS technology. The book is packed with illustrated activities and practical tips, empowering young readers to learn essential outdoor skills like finding directions using natural cues, building simple navigational tools, and even going on a GPS-enabled treasure hunt. It's perfect for fostering curiosity about the world and building self-reliance.

Born to explore Get outside with this interactive book that shows how explorers have found their way around the planet for thousands of years. Read about the ancient Polynesians who tracked the stars and waves to sail precise paths through the ocean. Or the Age of European Exploration navigators who use compasses and dead reckoning to reach the New World. And learn the science behind radar and modern-day GPS satellites. Then discover how to do it yourself! With illustrated activities as well as handy tips throughout, you’ll learn the fascinating history and seriously useful skills to become a true navigator. Up your adventure game and learn to: —Find north and south by reading the trees —Make a simple compass —Use the stars to tell time —Build a basic sextant —Get your bearings using the sun —Go treasure hunting with GPS