Fiction

The Wreck of the Zephyr by Chris Van Allsburg A boy's ambition to be the greatest sailor in the world brings him to ruin when he misuses his new ability to sail his boat in the air. "The full-color pastel drawings are the work of a master; stunning, luminescent, and conveying a sense of the mystical and magical."--Publishers Weekly. Hardcover -- $14.36 Purchase

Row Row Row Your Boat by Iza Trapani (Illustrator) A family of life-jacketed bears on a river odyssey encounter rapids, beaver dams, a storm, and mooching lunch guests in these illustrated additional verses to the song. The new rhymes flow smoothly, and the watercolor illustrations develop and extend plot elements from page to page. Melody, guitar chords, and all nine verses appear on the last page. Hardcover -- $12.76 Purchase

Boats for Bedtime by Olga Litowinsky, Melanie Hope Greenberg (Illustrator) In this fanciful picture book for the very young, adorable all-mouse crews ride rowboats, sailboats, tugboats, and snug boats across brightly colored seas. In the water, full of water, out of water, underwater-boats of all kinds sail among the stars and dance around the moon. Simple, rhythmic text and colorful illustrations filled with charming details make this a perfect book for sharing at bedtime. School & Library Binding -- $9.60 Purchase

Tom Swift and His Motor-Boat or the Rivals of Lake Carlopa by Victor, II Appleton Besides entering some terrific races with his boat, Tom has a fantastic encounter with an aeronaut, in a reissue of an adventure first published more than eighty years ago. Hardcover -- $11.96 Purchase

Gone Fishing by Earlene R. Long, Richard Brown (Illustrator) A father and son go fishing, with a big fishing rod for the daddy and a little one for the child. "The concept of big versus little is presented . . . through the simplest of narratives and engaging illustrations." Hardcover -- $13.35 Purchase

Today I'm Going Fishing With My Dad by N. L. Sharp, Chris L. Demarest (Illustrator) The young boy who serves as the narrator of this gentle picture book doesn't like fishing. He doesn't like hooking worms. He doesn't like the smell of fish. He doesn't even like the outdoors, but his dad likes these things, and the boy likes being with his dad. Full-color illustrations. Paperback -- $8.05 Purchase

Fishing With Dad by Michael J. Rosen, Will Shively (Illustrator) The author of the bestselling activity book The Kid's Book of Fishing returns to the rod and reel with a new children's storybook. In the voice of a young boy, Fishing with Dad invokes all the details and drama of the fishing experience, and perfectly captures the experience of going fishing from a child's point of view. Full color. Hardcover -- $11.96 Purchase

Non-Fiction

Boats (First Discovery Book) by Gallimard Jeunesse, Christian Broutin (Illustrator) The illustrated transparent cells in a spiral-bound board book aid young minds in identifying large ships and small boats, exposing the inner framework of an early sailing ship, and viewing life near the ocean floor. Hardcover -- $10.36 Purchase

Daddy & I Go Boating by Ken Kreisler The illustrated transparent cells in a spiral-bound board book aid young minds in identifying large ships and small boats, exposing the inner framework of an early sailing ship, and viewing life near the ocean floor. Paperback -- $7.95 Purchase

The Boat Alphabet Book by Jerry Pallotta, David Biedrzycki (Illustrator) Jerry Pallotta's newest alphabet book features boats and ships, from the gigantic aircraft carrier to the one-person kayak. With characteristic wit and humor, the author explains basic nautical terms like hull, bow, and stern, and introduces more challenging topics, such as the workings of a steam engine. School & Library Binding -- $13.56 Purchase

I Love Boats by Flora McDonnell The illustrated transparent cells in a spiral-bound board book aid young minds in identifying large ships and small boats, exposing the inner framework of an early sailing ship, and viewing life near the ocean floor. School & Library Binding -- $16.99 Purchase

Boats Afloat by Shelley Rotner (Illustrator) A simple text explores all the ways boats are used and enjoyed, while clear color photographs are displayed sometimes four or five to a page, often bleeding off the borders. The variety of images, viewpoints, and angles in the photos offers plenty of opportunities for discussion. Hardcover -- $15.95 Purchase

Essential Boating for Teens (Outdoor Life) by Luke Thompson School & Library Binding -- $15.20 Purchase

Cruising With Children by Gwenda Cornell A comprehensive guide capable of alleviating even the most apprehensive parent's fears. Paperback -- $13.20 Purchase

Kids Gone Fishin' (The Freshwater Angler) by David Maas This book helps kids catch fish by covering the basics of fishing: how to cast, where to cast, what baits to use, how to set the hook, and how to fight and land a fish. While this book could help even the adult beginning fisherman, it is written in a style to appeal to kids from age 9 to 13. The book features amazing underwater color photographs showing how fish eat, and how they strike lures and live baits. There are also easy-to-understand color illustrations to help teach the finer points of fishing. The equipment section of the book will help parents quickly decide what to buy and what not to buy get the kids started. Plus, the format is small and convenient so kids can easily take the book along on their fishing trips. Paperback -- $10.36 Purchase

First Cast : Teaching Kids to Fly-Fish by Phil Genova Based on a proven program for teaching fly fishing to children and youth. Detailed, illustrated guide to the acclaimed Fly Fisher Apprentice Program. Covers tackle, fly tying, casting, knots, wading. Any adult who has ever tried to teach a child to fly-fish will be eager for this book. Phil Genova, nationally known for his work as founder and director of the Fly Fisher Apprentice Program, shares proven techniques he has developed through the years to motivate and teach kids to fly-fish. His approach is that kids should have fun as they learn. Paperback -- $15.96 Purchase

Gone Fishin' With Kids : How to Take Your Kid Fishing and Still Be Friends by Manny Luftglass, Joe, Jr. Perrone The ULTIMATE Father's Day present! This is a book filled with useful, practical information about fishing with children. Some of the topics covered include: when to start; where to go; what to fish for; "the first experience"; what food to bring. The writing is light, simple, and to the point, and is filled with personal experiences, photos and cartoons. Paperback -- $9.99 Purchase

Kids' Incredible Fishing Stories by Shaun Morey The author of Incredible Fish Stories turns his attention to young anglers who have their own stories to tell. Each tale has been verified by Morey and works both as exciting entertainment and as a you-can-do-it-too lesson to kids who are just starting to take their fishing--and reading about fishing--seriously. Two-color photos & illustrations. Paperback -- $7.15 Purchase

Starting Fishing by Fiona Patchett (Editor) This British import includes a readable discussion, photos set on white backgrounds, and colorful graphics on how to fish in different environments, tips on what materials to use, and an overview of a variety of fish. Hardcover -- $12.95 Purchase

Videos

	Little Tug's Big Adventure “The combination of drama, entertaining characters, and the crisp, on-the-water footage will surely make this a favorite. Little Tug is a BIG hero. VHS -- $14.95 Purchase		There Goes a Boat by Luke Thompson VHS -- $9.93 Purchase
	Mr. Humdinger Goes Fishing VHS -- $9.95 Purchase		Young America Outdoors - Fishing for a Lifetime! by Luke Thompson Learning to fish or just want to improve your catch? Come along with YAO! your favorite outdoor television series as we learn... -Where to find the fish you want to catch -Proper tackle and bait -Casting -Catching -Releasing -Restocking lakes through fish hatchery programs. VHS -- $14.95 Purchase

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