Using Math to Survive in the Wild (Mathworks!)

Before you go hiking or camping, assemble a survival kit, learn how to use a compass, and learn how to use your watch to navigate by the sun. You can find out all these things in this book, as well as how to build a shelter, and how to build and light a fire.This is much more a survival book than a math book. The math problems are not complicated, but the survival information is abundant and informative. Learn how to collect water in the wild, when fresh running water is not available. Learn different methods of signaling when you need to call for help.There are answers and explanations for the math problems in the back of the book, but the greater value is in the interesting adventure knowledge. Written at about 4th grade level for scouts, hikers, campers, and adventurers of all ages.