Bel Canto Books is delighted to host author Wendy Gorton, 50 HIKES WITH KIDS: CALIFORNIA for a meet and greet at KUBO LB.
Kindly RSVP so we can plan accordingly. Please stay home if you feel sick.
This event will be held indoors at KUBO LB (3976 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach CA 90807).
E VENT SCHEDULE
12:00pm - Doors open and event check-in begins
12:15pm - 1:30pm - Meet the Author + Book Signing
1:30pm - Event ends
ABOUT THE BOOK
50 Hikes with Kids: California highlights the most kid-friendly trails in the Golden State. It offers all the basics—maps, length of hike, things to see along the trail—plus fun extras that will foster a curiosity about the region’s flora, fauna, and geology.
Spark a Love of Nature!California kids live in a magnificent natural playground, and 50 Hikes with Kids California helps them explore its beaches, deserts, mountains, and forests. Scavenger hunts for every hike make it fun for families to learn about the region’s geology, flora, and fauna. For successful adventures with even the youngest trekkers, award-winning author Wendy Gorton includes a detailed map, trustworthy and intuitive directions, a difficulty rating, restroom info, and places to grab a snack nearby for every trip.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Wendy Gorton is a dynamic educator, author, and consultant with a rich background in designing global educational programs and fostering creativity. She is particularly passionate about engaging children with nature, as seen in her popular "50 Hikes with Kids" series, which encourages young adventurers to explore and learn through play in the great outdoors. Wendy also works on several impactful projects, such as consulting for Google’s Dynamic Learning Project and collaborating with global organizations like UNICEF to design educational programs. Wendy is now seeking support to promote her children's books, looking for someone proactive to help with research and outreach to expand her books' reach through partnerships and events.
ABOUT BEL CANTO BOOKS
Founded by Jhoanna Belfer, a Filipina-American poet and former hospitality executive, Bel Canto Books offers a curated selection of fiction, nonfiction and children's books, organized around a theme of the month, in particular celebrating books by women and people of color. Learn more at belcantobooks.net.
ABOUT KUBO LB
KUBO LB is a creative community space for Filipinx, BIPOC, LGBTQ, and Women led small businesses. KUBO LB is a space to support and educate small businesses through retail, business workshops and more. Learn more at kubolb.com.
