Talking With Adventurers : Conversations With Christina Allen, Robert Ballard, Michael Blakey, Ann Bowles, David Doubilet, Jane Goodall, Dereck & Beverly Joubert

by Pat Cummings

A companion book to Talking with Artists presents interviews with twelve present-day adventurers, including scientists Jane Goodall and Robert Ballard, about their lives and work, encouraging children to pursue their interests.

96 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1998

Reviews

[Kenzie Teel]

All students are explores. Some more than others, but each student likes to figure out the whys and hows of life. "Talking with Adventures", by Pat Cummings and Linda Cummings shows students some of the famous explores of this time period. This could be a beneficial book to use if the teacher wanted to do research in history or about famous people. The book is presented in an interview format which will help students quickly find answers about their person.

[Jbussen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Children should be looking for the meaning in their life. Just want to sit at a desk? Stumble through life? OR; you could find out what is involved with traveling the world researching. It takes study, the pay is not great, but you will have an interesting life. I would have liked to have read this and I would 100% recommend this as a must read for youths.

[Lisa Sim · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fantastic book for children that are interested in adventure and the environment. I loved reading and re-reading it!! It sparked my curiosity to learn to scuba dive and get back to Costa Rica or Belize. It's an encouraging and empowering book for kids and adults alike that crave exploration! All Five Stars.