Treasure Hunter's Handbook

Treasure Hunter's Handbook

Treasure Hunterâ‚¬s Handbook is for kids and families who love to explore the world around them! Treasure hunting is a fun family activity that encourages kids to get outside, and Gardner Walshâ‚¬s new book helps young explorers learn how to pan for gold, use metal detectors to find buried treasure, use GPS to do geocaching or letterboxing, and search for arrowheads and gemstones. Treasure Hunterâ‚¬s Handbook also includes wonderful bits of pirate lore and some fun pirate/treasure-hunting craft activities. Ahoy, matey!

The following topics are covered, allowing for a wide range of activities for different ages and interests:

Myths and legends of buried pirate treasure.
Panning for gold: Panning for gold is making a comeback and is a great activity for kids.
Mining for minerals and gemstones: Provides some information about how and where to find Maine's famous tourmaline and other gems.
Metal Detecting: Covers the basics of using a metal detector and tells some of the stories of amazing treasure found using this simple device.
Geocaching and letter boxing: Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunting activity using GPS-enabled devices. Letter boxing is a low tech version that combines navigational skills and rubber stamp artistry.
Found treasures: Hunting for everyday treasures such as sea glass, sea shells, four-leaf clovers, arrowheads, and fossils.
Country USA
Brand Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Manufacturer Down East Books
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 92 colour illustrations
ReleaseDate 2014-08-07
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781608932788

Country	USA
Brand	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Manufacturer	Down East Books
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	92 colour illustrations
ReleaseDate	2014-08-07
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781608932788

Treasure Hunter's Handbook

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