Alison Hughes

Lost in the Backyard Alison Hughes

Brief Description: When Flynn gets hopelessly lost in the woods, he wishes he had paid more attention in his Outdoor Ed class. Publisher Marketing: Flynn hates the outdoors. Always has. He barely pays attention in his Outdoor Ed class. He has no interest in doing a book report on "Lost in the Barrens." He doesn't understand why anybody would want to go hiking or camping. But when he gets lost in the wilderness behind his parents' friends' house, it's surprising what he remembers--insulate your clothes with leaves, eat snow to stay hydrated, build a shelter, eat lichen--and how hopelessly inept he is at survival techniques. Review Citations:

Kirkus Reviews 01/15/2015 (EAN 9781459807945, Paperback)

Voice of Youth Advocates 04/01/2015 (EAN 9781459807945, Paperback)

Contributor Bio:  Hughes, Alison Alison Hughes is a veteran photojournalist specializing in outdoor adventures, from rappelling and dog sledding to canoeing and kayaking. In recent years, she has become enchanted with sea kayaking, a sport she practices frequently from her home at Chamcook, New Brunswick, on the shores of Passamaquoddy Bay, an arm of the Bay of Fundy. A teacher and public relations professional, Hughes has taught writing in Canada and the United States, and she offers writing workshops and slide presentations for a widely varied audience. She spent four years as a photojournalist for several Canadian newspapers; in particular, her numerous articles in the New Brunswick "Telegraph Journal" showcase the wide range of outdoor activities available in Atlantic Canada. She has also contributed to many other newspapers and magazines including the "Ottawa Citizen, Canoe & Kayak" and "Adventure Kayak".