About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is beginning to crave more independence or expresses a desire for real-world adventure and self-reliance. It is the perfect choice for a child who feels 'too big' for picture books but isn't quite ready for the angst of modern teen drama. The story follows five siblings on a self-managed camping holiday in the Lake District, emphasizing the practicalities of outdoor life and the strength of the sibling bond. Through the lens of the five Hyward children, readers explore themes of resilience, teamwork, and the quiet bravery required to face natural challenges like storms and getting lost. Published in the 1970s, it offers a refreshing, low-tech perspective on childhood freedom that encourages grit and curiosity. It is ideally suited for independent readers aged 8 to 12 who enjoy realistic stories about competence and the great outdoors.
