Long, David
Summary: A collection of survival tales includes the story of a teenager who fell two miles from an airplane and trekked through the Amazon jungle to safety and a woman who was trapped under freezing water for so long that her heart stopped.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Faber & Faber 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 613.6 LONAdams, Simon.
Summary: Describes the Titanic, including its accommodations, in detail and provides an account of its sinking in the North Atlantic in April, 1912.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 910.91634 ADAPerish, Patrick
Summary: "Engaging images accompany information about how to survive an avalanche. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bellwether Media, Inc. 2017
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 613.6 PERGoldish, Meish.
Summary: Lost in the Woods is a heart-stopping collection of true stories that dramatically describe what it’s like to be lost and forced to survive in the woods. Captivating, first-person accounts of survivors include a woman who survived for almost two months with barely any food after her van got stuck in the mud and three girls who scrambled for ways to help rescuers find them after they got lost in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing 2015
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Summary: "Could you survive in a world after a nuclear explosion? This book could save your life. With five survivalist hacks from everyday objects, you could start a new world of your own! Hacks are paired with a STEM connection that explains the science behind how the hack works. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these super engaging, high maturity books are sure to grab...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.738 LOHVukovic, Diane
Summary: "Learn basic survival skills and connect with nature!Knowing how to build a safe shelter in any environment is a skill that every outdoor adventurer needs. Did you know that a shelter can be made from sticks and leaves? Or that it can even be made from snow? Learn all this and more in Shelter - a book that gives kids the confidence they need to get outside and explore.ABOUT THE SERIES:Learning...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 613.6 VUKVukovic, Diane
Summary: "A new installment in the A True Book series focusing on Survival Skills"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2023
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 613.6 VUKJohnson, Richard
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Rec Field JohnsonEllar, Simon.
Summary: Presents valuable skills and secret tricks for surviving in the wilderness, discussing knot tying, preparing and lighting a fire, tracking animals, and collecting water.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2011
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Summary: "Engaging images accompany information about how to survive an earthquake. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bellwether Media, Inc. 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 613.6 PERDowswell, Paul.
Summary: From shark attacks and blazing airships to exploding spacecraft and sinking submarines, this is a collection of real stories of people who have stared death in the face and lived to tell the tale.
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Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Pub. 2002
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2 available in Juvenile Fiction, Call number: J FIC DOWWilson, Patrick.
Summary: Shows armed forces techniques for delivering first aid for common injuries and illnesses encountered in the wild.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mason Crest Publishers 2003
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 613.69 WILBowman, Chris
Summary: "Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about how to survive in the woods. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bellwether Media, Inc. 2017
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Summary: "Discover how to camp in the wild, find out how to spot and avoid dangers, learn how to find your way in any environment, and master some amazing knots. Includes step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear"--Page [4] cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kane Miller, a Division of EDC Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 613.69 GRYGrylls, Bear
Summary: "Find out how to prepare for any adventure, learn essential first aid skills, discover some fun and handy signaling techniques, and try your hand at tracking. Includes step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear" -- Page [4] cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kane Miller, a Division of EDC Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 613.69 GRYGrylls, Bear
Summary: "Embark on an exciting adventure in the great outdoors with Bear Grylls. Discover tips and tricks to help you survive in the hottest, coldest, wettest, windiest, and wildest parts of the world. Includes step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear"--Back cover
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kane Miller, a Division of EDC Publishing 2019
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Summary: "Could you survive being stranded at sea? Imagine encountering a barracuda in the Caribbean Sea, a jellyfish in Australia's Great Barrier Reef, or a humpback whale in the Arctic Ocean. How far would you be willing to go to save your own life? Would it work? Flip through these pages to find out!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2023
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Summary: "Deep in the tropical forest of Costa Rica, ten sticky frog eggs cling to a leaf. Only nine eggs hatch. Only eight tadpoles wind up in the water below. What will it take to survive the countdown to adulthood and begin the cycle again? This beautifully designed, color-drenched introduction to frog metamorphosis peeks at this animal's habitats and predators as it illustrates competition and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.8 PIEAbdo, Kenny
Summary: This title focuses on floods and gives information on what they are, how to prepare for them, and how to survive. The title is complete with beautiful and colorful photographs, simple text, and a database for added activities. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Zoom 2019
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J613.69 ABDOtfinoski, Steven
Summary: "On May 31, 1889, heavy rains and a dam failure sent flood waters sweeping into Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The 50-foot-high wall of water quickly demolished much of the town. Will you and your new husband be able to escape certain doom as you wait for your train to leave the station? Can you climb onto your house's roof for safety before the building completely fills with water? Will you join in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a capstone imprint 2022
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Summary: "From the author of the New York Times-bestselling I Survived series come five harrowing true stories of survival, featuring real kids in the midst of epic disasters. From a group of students surviving the 9.0 earthquake that set off a historic tsunami in Japan, to a boy nearly frozen on the prairie in 1888, these unforgettable kids lived to tell tales of unimaginable destruction -- and,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Press 2014
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 363.34 TARBell, Samantha
Summary: "Through fascinating true stories and illuminating photos, learn how people stranded on the seas endure and survive against all odds! Additional features include a table of contents, informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author"--Publisher description.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 613.6 BELCrane, Cody
Summary: "Knowing how to treat injuries is a skill that every outdoor adventurer needs. Did you know that you can splint a broken finger using only tape? Or that cool water is the first step to treating a burn? Learn all this and more in First Aid -- a book that gives kids the confidence they need to get outside and explore." -- Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2023
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 616.02 CRAHoena, B. A.
Summary: Sirens blare and news alerts flash on the TV screen as alien crafts enter Earth's atmosphere. You use to wonder if life existed elsewhere in the universe, but now only one question remains: Are they friendly or hostile? When YOU CHOOSE what to do next, your choices will determine if you survive the alien invasion.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone Imprint 2016