Books like Arthur's camp-out by Lillian Hoban
Arthur, feeling restless during the spring vacation, decides to venture alone into the woods behind his home for an overnight field trip. His journey takes him through the wilderness, where the quiet solitude of the forest becomes the backdrop for his budding exploration. Along the way, he encounters the natural world and the challenges of camping, all while experiencing the hunger for adventure that only wilderness can satisfy.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Lillian Hoban
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