harbors

A look at dams, harbors, and ports in the United States, how they are used, and what happens if they are not maintained or repaired.

"Working on the Dock of the Bay explores the history of waterfront labor and laborers--black and white, enslaved and free, native and immigrant--in Charleston, South Carolina, between the American Revolution and Civil War. Michael D. Thompson explains how a predominantly enslaved workforce laid the groundwork for the creation of a robust and effectual association of dockworkers, most of whom were black, shortly after emancipation. In revealing these wharf laborers' experiences, Thompson's book contextualizes the struggles of contemporary southern working people"--Provided by publisher.

Presents various kinds of boats which come and go in a busy harbor.

Ships arrive and leave from ports. People want and need goods that are carried on big ships.

Text and illustrations describe the unceasing activity at a busy seaport, including various ships coming and going, and cargo moved by big machines.

The LEGO crew takes to the sea, manning harbors, ships, docks, tug boats, and cranes.

A young farm boy running away to sea in 1774 explores the Salem harbor while waiting for his ship to sail.

Provides information on the firefighters that fight fires in or near the water.

Noah and Tanika spend a day aboard the tugboat Hercules learning about the boats and animals in the harbor.