ADVENTURING WITH CHILDREN
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ADVENTURING WITH CHILDREN
An Inspirational Guide To World Travel & The Outdoors
by Nan Jeffrey
US $14.95, CN $22.50
ISBN: 0-9627562-4-5
300pp, photos, resources
A Classic...Now In Its Third Edition!
"If the book could be summed up in two words, they would be do it!"
Boston Globe
This classic work by Nan Jeffrey, now in its third edition, has inspired thousands of families to follow their dreams and go adventuring. As so many have found, the experience can profoundly change your life!
Beyond guiding your family toward rewarding, successful trips, offers insight into fostering cohesive, successful families. Adventuring combines low-budget, worldwide travel with challenging outdoor activities, yet it is also a time apart from everyday routine, a chance to discover and reflect, to explore and grow, similar in some ways to an Outward Bound trip, in other ways to what the Australian aboriginal people call a Walkabout.
Regardless of destination or mode of travel, the benefits of this temporary lifestyle are many-living simply, becoming self-sufficient, experiencing new cultures and ideas, challenging your mind and body, being in harmony with the natural world, and developing a keen sense of what is truly important in your life.
As the author clearly illustrates, parents and children alike find the experience can be magical, the family bonds created unbreakable, the memories exciting enough to last a lifetime.
CRITICS PRAISE
"Nan Jeffrey's manual for traveling with children, to known and many unknown destinations, should give us all courage and confidence. Her book chimes with the pleasure and personal growth of shared experiences...(her) beliefs of what can be experienced adventuring as a family are inspiring."
Small Press Magazine
“If the message of this book could be summed up in two words, they would be: Do It! Perhaps the strongest argument for adventuring with children is the swift passing of time...this kind of experience can give youngsters a handful of memories to take with them into the adventure called adulthood.”
The Boston Globe
Jeffrey says that a family traveling modestly receives the warmest welcomes. With this book, less experienced parents can learn how to travel similarly to other cultures. Sure to become a classic of family adventure traveling.”
Backpacker
“Nan and Kevin Jeffrey have backpacked, sailed, bicycled and canoed much of the world with their twin sons, Tristan and Colin. People they meet often inquire about the mechanics of such challenging family outings: What clothes to take? Where do they sleep? How do they keep the children from being bored, homesick, or afraid? The couple provide many answers in Adventuring With Children. “
Sierra Magazine
“It is difficult to imagine just how thorough and complete this book is. It covers every conceivable aspect of dealing with children away from the routine of traditional environment. No stone is left unturned...there is an amazing revelation on just how to cope with children in the overall patterns of life that I wish I had available to me at an earlier date. “
Multihull Magazine
“...the practicalities of traveling with children, the marvelous pictures and stories of their family adventures abroad, the section on outdoor activities, the chapter describing destinations around the world, the chapter on living abroad, and so much more make this book such a practical guide - and such a joyful celebration! - that most families will find it a valuable addition to their library. “
Home Education
"Any responsible traveler will want to read this book both for inspiration as well as techniques for family travel. Exotic family travel stories are complemented with plenty of concrete responsible travel strategies"
Travel Alternatives
“This book has a “you can do it” attitude, which we commend. The author, mother of 12 year old twins, has (adventured with her family) on four continents. Along with sharing experiences, she has practical advice on camping, hiking, bicycling, sailing with kids of all ages, and destination possibilities. “
Family Travel Times
"This guidebook lives up to its title...before you take off make sure you have read it from cover to cover at least twice. You'll never regret it, even if you stay at home. Well-organized and attractively written, the guide is also studded with a fine collection of family photos."
Single Parent
A book full of advice, practical tips and anecdotes about globetrotting with kids in tow.
Great Expeditions
Much more sophisticated than most child-oriented vacation guides, this one covers both adventuring and learning trips, travel abroad as well as in the USA, and how to avoid petite person pitfalls.
New York Daily News
This book provides encouragement and inspiration. The author's enthusiasm for family travel—with all its potential pitfalls—is infectious.
Sacremento Bee
This gem of a book outlines the necessary decisions that need to be made before traveling by assessing the needs and abilities in your family and how to train for an adventure. I grew up in a family that traveled extensively, and I agree with the Jeffreys: "Family adventuring should not be missed. The experience will last a lifetime."
Shirley Minster, Homeschool Support Network
If you've got kids and you like self-propelled travel, this book is for you. I read this book before we embarked on a month-long, low-budget trip to Europe and Russia. The Jeffrey's example is inspiring.
Jane Dwinell, Kokopelli Notes
Adults welcome the highs and lows (of adventuring), but kids may be fretful. Nan Jeffrey suggests that you choose stimulating routes, swap stories and opinions, learn something new about one another in a relaxed setting, and meet other travelers. Adventure travel provides ample ways for socializing.
McCall's
Kevin and Nan Jeffrey's definition of adventure travel is to "confront situations outside the established, secure, familiar structure of your life. They see travel as the ultimate education. Adventuring With Children will get you thinking about striking out with your kids to new experiences and new places.
Outdoor Family
Adventuring With Children inspires families to use vacations to take the plunge that so many people only dream about. This book will give you the I Can Do It attitude that may change your life!
Chinaberry Book Service
Written in a practical, easy-to-read style, this book not only enlightens you about how to accomplish (adventurous) feats, it also inspires you to attempt any number of exciting, low-cost ways to travel with your children.
Holt's Book Store
Beyond theme parks and tourist attractions, good advice for traveling with kids is available in Adventuring With Children.
Touring America
You needn't stop camping, hiking, traveling, canoeing and bicycling just because you two have become three, four or more. That's the message of this comprehensive guide. I unhesitatingly recommend this book.
Signpost
Adventuring With Children provides tips and insights for taking those natural adventurers (kids) almost anywhere you choose.
Seattle-Everett Herald
ADVENTURING WITH CHILDREN
An Inspirational Guide To World Travel & The Outdoors
by Nan Jeffrey
US $14.95, CN $22.50
ISBN: 0-9627562-4-5
300pp, photos, resources
A Classic...Now In Its Third Edition!
"If the book could be summed up in two words, they would be do it!"
Boston Globe
This classic work by Nan Jeffrey, now in its third edition, has inspired thousands of families to follow their dreams and go adventuring. As so many have found, the experience can profoundly change your life!
Beyond guiding your family toward rewarding, successful trips, offers insight into fostering cohesive, successful families. Adventuring combines low-budget, worldwide travel with challenging outdoor activities, yet it is also a time apart from everyday routine, a chance to discover and reflect, to explore and grow, similar in some ways to an Outward Bound trip, in other ways to what the Australian aboriginal people call a Walkabout.
Regardless of destination or mode of travel, the benefits of this temporary lifestyle are many-living simply, becoming self-sufficient, experiencing new cultures and ideas, challenging your mind and body, being in harmony with the natural world, and developing a keen sense of what is truly important in your life.
As the author clearly illustrates, parents and children alike find the experience can be magical, the family bonds created unbreakable, the memories exciting enough to last a lifetime.
CRITICS PRAISE
"Nan Jeffrey's manual for traveling with children, to known and many unknown destinations, should give us all courage and confidence. Her book chimes with the pleasure and personal growth of shared experiences...(her) beliefs of what can be experienced adventuring as a family are inspiring."
Small Press Magazine
“If the message of this book could be summed up in two words, they would be: Do It! Perhaps the strongest argument for adventuring with children is the swift passing of time...this kind of experience can give youngsters a handful of memories to take with them into the adventure called adulthood.”
The Boston Globe
Jeffrey says that a family traveling modestly receives the warmest welcomes. With this book, less experienced parents can learn how to travel similarly to other cultures. Sure to become a classic of family adventure traveling.”
Backpacker
“Nan and Kevin Jeffrey have backpacked, sailed, bicycled and canoed much of the world with their twin sons, Tristan and Colin. People they meet often inquire about the mechanics of such challenging family outings: What clothes to take? Where do they sleep? How do they keep the children from being bored, homesick, or afraid? The couple provide many answers in Adventuring With Children. “
Sierra Magazine
“It is difficult to imagine just how thorough and complete this book is. It covers every conceivable aspect of dealing with children away from the routine of traditional environment. No stone is left unturned...there is an amazing revelation on just how to cope with children in the overall patterns of life that I wish I had available to me at an earlier date. “
Multihull Magazine
“...the practicalities of traveling with children, the marvelous pictures and stories of their family adventures abroad, the section on outdoor activities, the chapter describing destinations around the world, the chapter on living abroad, and so much more make this book such a practical guide - and such a joyful celebration! - that most families will find it a valuable addition to their library. “
Home Education
"Any responsible traveler will want to read this book both for inspiration as well as techniques for family travel. Exotic family travel stories are complemented with plenty of concrete responsible travel strategies"
Travel Alternatives
“This book has a “you can do it” attitude, which we commend. The author, mother of 12 year old twins, has (adventured with her family) on four continents. Along with sharing experiences, she has practical advice on camping, hiking, bicycling, sailing with kids of all ages, and destination possibilities. “
Family Travel Times
"This guidebook lives up to its title...before you take off make sure you have read it from cover to cover at least twice. You'll never regret it, even if you stay at home. Well-organized and attractively written, the guide is also studded with a fine collection of family photos."
Single Parent
A book full of advice, practical tips and anecdotes about globetrotting with kids in tow.
Great Expeditions
Much more sophisticated than most child-oriented vacation guides, this one covers both adventuring and learning trips, travel abroad as well as in the USA, and how to avoid petite person pitfalls.
New York Daily News
This book provides encouragement and inspiration. The author's enthusiasm for family travel—with all its potential pitfalls—is infectious.
Sacremento Bee
This gem of a book outlines the necessary decisions that need to be made before traveling by assessing the needs and abilities in your family and how to train for an adventure. I grew up in a family that traveled extensively, and I agree with the Jeffreys: "Family adventuring should not be missed. The experience will last a lifetime."
Shirley Minster, Homeschool Support Network
If you've got kids and you like self-propelled travel, this book is for you. I read this book before we embarked on a month-long, low-budget trip to Europe and Russia. The Jeffrey's example is inspiring.
Jane Dwinell, Kokopelli Notes
Adults welcome the highs and lows (of adventuring), but kids may be fretful. Nan Jeffrey suggests that you choose stimulating routes, swap stories and opinions, learn something new about one another in a relaxed setting, and meet other travelers. Adventure travel provides ample ways for socializing.
McCall's
Kevin and Nan Jeffrey's definition of adventure travel is to "confront situations outside the established, secure, familiar structure of your life. They see travel as the ultimate education. Adventuring With Children will get you thinking about striking out with your kids to new experiences and new places.
Outdoor Family
Adventuring With Children inspires families to use vacations to take the plunge that so many people only dream about. This book will give you the I Can Do It attitude that may change your life!
Chinaberry Book Service
Written in a practical, easy-to-read style, this book not only enlightens you about how to accomplish (adventurous) feats, it also inspires you to attempt any number of exciting, low-cost ways to travel with your children.
Holt's Book Store
Beyond theme parks and tourist attractions, good advice for traveling with kids is available in Adventuring With Children.
Touring America
You needn't stop camping, hiking, traveling, canoeing and bicycling just because you two have become three, four or more. That's the message of this comprehensive guide. I unhesitatingly recommend this book.
Signpost
Adventuring With Children provides tips and insights for taking those natural adventurers (kids) almost anywhere you choose.
Seattle-Everett Herald
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