Hiking 101

Hedviga Gutierrez is a Slovak author and illustrator of children’s books. She was born in 1994 in Slovakia and graduated from the literary illustration program at the Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Bratislava, Slovakia. She primarily illustrates children’s books and picture books, but she has also illustrated books for adults. Her illustrations are mostly digital, though she also enjoys using such traditional graphic techniques as screen printing, linocuts, and risograph printing. She draws inspiration from everything around her and won’t leave her house without a sketchpad. She has received numerous awards in her homeland such as The Most Beautiful Book of Slovakia in 2017, The Most Beautiful Book of Slovakia in 2018 (student books category), and The Slovak National Library Award in 2018.

• How do we pack our backpack?What should we wear?How should we act?Water safetyWhat do we eat? What do we do if we get injured?How do we find our way?How do we put up the tent?What kinds of fun can we have outdoors?

Selected for the CBC March 2025 Hot Off The Press List."Gr 2-6–Beautifully rendered and jam-packed with age-appropriate information, this book is a short and informative read for any elementary reader, whether novice or experienced hiker. It covers everything, from how to set up a tent to how to pack to enjoy a day trip, and more. Readers are sure to find useful and relevant information within it. The visuals combine with the text to help convey essential ¬knowledge in a fun and straightforward way. ¬VERDICT An excellent resource for ¬children who are experienced in the outdoors, those new to it, or teachers and classroom staff prepping students for an excursion." —Megan McFarlane, School Library Journal"Do you love hiking? Do you want to share the joy of that experience with young children? This is the book to pick up. Following a family of four as they hit the trails, this book gives a good overview of how to prepare for hikes and to stay safe while out in the wilderness. This would be fantastic to read on repeat before a child's first camping trip, and to reference while out on the trail, but also works well for reading out loud for fun." —Karen Yingling, YA Books Central"It pays to be prepared for a hike, and one way is to read up on it. Basic advice on preparing for a hike, what to pack, getting food ready and how to treat injuries is covered in this book. I was glad to see that caution is advised when finding food in the wild, especially with mushrooms. Having respect for nature is emphasized as well. If you’re a kid going on your first hike or a parent trying to figure out the best way for a new hiker to have a good experience, you might want to pick up this book." —Stephanie Tournas, Robbins Library, Youth Services Book Review"It would be fantastic to read on repeat before a child's first camping trip, and to reference while out on the trail." —Blendon Middle School, Librarian"Hiking 101 is an informational books about camping and outdoor activities for kids. It covers a wide range of tips, but stays brief enough not to lose a kid's attention. This would be a great prep book for kids who may be camping for the first time." —Nellie M., NetGalley-Reviewer"A great how to guide for hiking for children, this has great pictures to explain what to do and what not to do when spending time in nature." —Mary M., NetGalley-Reviewer"Hiking 101: Tips and Advice for Little Campers by Hedviga Gutierrez (March 4, 2025 by Albatros Media)An interactive guide for young explorers that imparts essential outdoor skills, safety tips, and exciting challenges, ensuring a memorable hiking experience." —A Blue Box Full of Books, IG