This title strengthens reading and comprehension skills and strategies. It is designed for guided, shared and independent reading. The first part of this book displays elements common to boats. The second part highlights examples of different uses of boats. There are full-color photographs, a fun facts page and a glossary.
An introduction to seamanship and boating for the novice, which covers rowboats; canoes; foldboats; sailing; signs and signals and navigation; outboard moters; repairs ; knots, splices and lashes ; and safety. Grades 6 and up.
Let's Go Boating tells the story of two young twin shelter cats, Carly and Charly, as they set out on a wild and crazy adventure. Having settled in nicely in their forever home, they decide it's now time to explore and see more of this great big world. Charly has ideas about going away to have fun and playing in the sun. Carly is always ready to go as long as Charly does all the planning. Together they decide on going boating in a nearby lake. But what kind of boat suits two adventurous young cats? They weigh their options for fun and safety and carefully review the possibilities. Charly is all in on taking extensive safety measures while Carly, as usual, is not so sure. The two debate and decide how they can have fun on the water and live to have other excellent cat adventures in the future. Follow along as the debate continues and Carly and Charly work it all out to make their water adventure a reality. They have a lot of fun in the process and create fond memories of another successful cat adventure. Carly and Charly are very excited to answer questions from their readers at [email protected].
Packed with travel information, including more listings, deals, and insider tips: CANDID LISTINGS of hundreds of places to eat, sleep, and surf like a local RELIABLE MAPS and directions to help you navigate the islands Rewarding VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES in ecological and cultural conservation STUDY ABROAD to learn about volcanology, indigenous languages, and exotic species INSIDER TIPS on saving money and finding aloha EXTENSIVE BEACH COVERAGE, from the sickest surf spots to the most breathtaking sunsets HIDDEN TREASURES, from roadside shave ice stands to deserted beaches
With its winning mix of gripping narrative and easy-to-implement performance-raising tips, this book has become a best-selling classic. It’s garnered 5-star reviews and wide-ranging endorsements – from Sebastian Coe and Dame Kelly Holmes to Lord Digby Jones
The man with The Dream of sailing away on his own boat faces many challenges, but the biggest may be getting his wife to come along. Get Her On Board is a man's guide to sharing The Cruising Dream with his wife, and keeping her happy once she's on board.
Want to learn to sail in a small boat? This book will be the foundation of your sailing life forever. Featuring extraordinary images, and written by best-selling author Peter Isler, this book brings the sport of sailing alive. Peter believes that learning to sail a small boat is fundamentally the same regardless of what type of boat you are sailing and takes you through the ABCs of learning to sail using both catamarans and monohulls. Discover why the wind and its direction are the center of every sailor’s universe. Find out how to prepare yourself and your boat for some fun on the water. Learn how to drive, trim sails and crew in any small boat – on any point of sail.
Completely revised and updated, Let's Go: Southeast Asia puts our forty-five years of travel savvy at your fingertips, with helpful commentary and plenty of listings to get you where you need to be. From cosmopolitan Singapore to the most remote villages of Laos, the new edition delivers expanded cultural information, and more study and volunteering opportunities-the tools that will help you hit the road like a seasoned traveler, not just a tourist. Whether you'd rather tempt Lady Luck at a five-star casino on the Thai-Cambodian border or watch fireflies flit off into the night in Malaysia, Let's Go's intrepid researchers ensure that you're in tune with this quickly changing region.
Brand-new Let's Go: Ecuador is your insider's guide to South America's biodiversity hotspot. Combining completely fresh text and maps with Let's Go's forty-five years of practical savvy, it's the only guide you'll need to navigate this rapidly changing country. Extensive coverage of national parks, community-based tourism, and volunteer opportunities will help you get off the tourist track. Opportunities for hiking, rafting, and bird-watching uncover Ecuador's natural wonders. Valuable hints, tips, and listings provide the practical know-how to see the sights and experience the culture, from prehistoric petroglyphs to indigenous villages. So, whether you'd rather island-hop among the iguanas and tortoises of the Galapagos or explore the awe-inspiring caverns of Cuevas de los Tayos, Let's Go can lead the way.