Gary Paulsen, author of Hatchet and other adventure novels, tells about his lifelong love of sailing, boats he has owned, and the storms, sharks, and peaceful lagoons he has experienced on his voyages.

Photographs and simple text describe all kinds of large and small boats and their functions.

Presents fish tales, advice, drawings and photographs, and personal stories about fishing, boating, and watching water wildlife, and includes information on fishing equipment and techniques, paddling, rowing, and motorboating, using binoculars, and related topics.

"Simple text and photographs describe big boats"--Provided by publisher.

Describe in text and photographs the characteristic features oftwenty different ships and boats including tugboats, submarines,trawlers, and swamp buggies.

Examines the history, varieties, and uses of boats and ships.

"This nonfiction ode to boats features six kinds of workers and their boats--a patrol boat, a tugboat, a car ferry, a lobster boat, a lifeboat, and a fireboat--with important parts properly labeled. The answer to each inquiring refrain lies under a gatefold, engaging the reader in an informative guessing game. With lyrical (and factual!) text by New York Times-bestselling author Toni Buzzeo, and the stylized art of Tom Froese, this sturdy board book...

Explains how ships and other water vehicles work, what keeps them afloat, and how they are constructed.

"What does it take to make a boat float? Gather some supplies and try it out for yourself! Discover tips and ideas on how to build the best boat around!"--