Getting placed in a lousy group for a class assignment is bad enough, but it’s a thousand times worse when you get stranded in the wilderness with that group. Will Josh and three of his sixth-grade classmates have the skills they need to survive? Karl Steam loves to blend the elements of science, nature, and make-believe. His stories are fast paced and enjoyed by children around the world. The Kids vs. Nature series was inspired by his fascination with wilderness survival stories as a child. Danger in Quicksand Swamp, Hatchet, and My Side of the Mountain were among his favorites.