Beth Noser’s love for reading, writing, and outdoor adventure started at a very young age. Beth, the author of Adventure’s Calling, kept a journal for many years, a constant necessity brought with her through many travels and explorations. Journals and books were the first things to be packed in Beth’s suitcase. They were essential tools for documenting her journey and filling her downtime while traveling. Journal entries from Beth’s adventures inspired the stories written in her book, but it wasn’t until she accepted her calling of adopting a daughter from South Africa. Each page of her journal has snapshots of her experiences, both big and small, that capture the sights, sounds, and emotions of her travels she wants to create with her future daughter. These personal mementos became the foundation for her storytelling.
The release of Adventure’s Calling is a powerful reminder of the profound benefits that reading and the great outdoors can offer young minds. In today’s digital age, where screens often overshadow the traditional pleasure of turning a book’s pages, this new children’s book is a deliberate effort to harness the power of reading and the enriching experiences of outdoor adventures. Adventure’s Calling is not just a whimsical tale; it’s a catalyst for inspiring young readers to explore the outdoors and foster a sense of curiosity and adventure. Reading is far more than a pastime; it is a gateway to numerous cognitive and emotional benefits. Books like Adventure’s Calling are crucial in improving literacy and writing skills, exposing children to diverse vocabulary and sentence structures that significantly enhance their ability to articulate ideas and construct narratives.
Authors of children’s books have been shaping future generations’ perspectives and interests for centuries. That’s why Adventures Calling was written to strengthen parent-child relationships.
Beth worked with a Reading Interventionist within her children’s school district to help increase their literacy skills. Reading at least 20 minutes a day enriches vocabulary, and Beth noticed that her son’s vocabulary development would lead to improved communication and writing skills. “I’ve always known the benefits for kids who read consistently, but it wasn’t until I had children of my own that I realized the parents’ benefits. Having two adventurous boys who required bedtime stories to fulfill their imaginations, I learned that reading together helped strengthen my imagination and my relationship with my kids.”
Additionally, reading promotes mental well-being, serving as a form of escape and stress relief. It has been shown to lower stress levels, providing a calming effect similar to meditation. Adventure’s Calling aims to inspire children to seek direct experiences beyond the page, encouraging them to explore the outdoors through engaging characters and thrilling narratives. By identifying with diverse characters and experiencing their journeys, children can develop a deeper understanding of different perspectives and emotions while stimulating creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Adventure’s Calling emphasizes the role of literature in promoting empathy and emotional intelligence, encouraging shared storytime between parents and children to strengthen relationships and improve communication skills. Beyond the benefits of reading, Adventure’s Calling promotes the advantages of engaging with the natural world. Outdoor adventures provide a rich context for social skill development, fostering cooperation, negotiation, and leadership. Creativity flourishes in natural settings, allowing children to express themselves in new and creative ways.
Beth’s writing promotes outdoor activities because it helps build confidence as children face and overcome challenges in nature, fostering a sense of accomplishment that bolsters their self-esteem. Adventure’s Calling mirrors this journey, portraying characters who grow and thrive through their adventures. As children engage with their environment, they gain practical knowledge about the world around them. The book highlights the potential to enhance concentration and memory as children follow intricate plots and recall details about characters and settings. Additionally, spending time outdoors has a well-documented impact on mood and stress levels, reducing cortisol, the stress hormone, and improving overall mental health. Adventure’s Calling realizes the shared benefits of reading and outdoor exploration, seeking to enhance children’s lives through this shared focus, fostering a love of reading and a profound appreciation for the natural world.
You can order your families next experience on Beths personal website and learn more about her mission and background. To hear the childrens book author talk more about her project look for ‘Beth Noser, author of Adventures Calling’ on KKFI.org today!
Published by: Khy Talara
