ships

On his first morning at sea, ship's cat Trim looks for ways to help out, and makes a new friend along the way.

"Kirsten, an apparently happy and successful 11-year-old YouTube star, meets a ship that comes alive. . .and is claimed by it as its new captain as it breaks free from its dry dock. Inspired by the true history of the SS Great Britain, 'Starboard' is about the friendship, heroism and bravery that you can find in others, whether they're made of flesh or iron. It's about taking control of your own life and going on epic adventures. But most of all, it's about finding out who you really dare to be, when you're completely out of your depth"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and color photographs introduce boats to young readers.

Introduces many kinds of boats and ships, including rowboats, canoes, sailboats, speedboats, cruise ships, submarines, tugboats, and tankers.

Uncover the mystery of ghost ships with diagrams, strong photos, and hi/lo text.

Presents the history of boats and ships, from the earliest rowed boats and sailing ships to nuclear-powered vessels, discussing many of the different types of vessels as well as how they were built, crewed, and used.

Did you know that cruise ships are some of the largest boats in the world? A cruise ship can weigh more than 650 blue whales. Find out more about these mighty machines in this book.

"In this book, you'll find out where ships go and how people use them"--Provided by publisher.

Learn to draw pirates and their tools featuring six topics, ranging from pirate ships to treasure chests. A fun and easy way for beginning artists to learn about and draw their favorite things.

Britta of Del wants nothing less than to be the new Apprentice Trader of the Rosalyn fleet. Family and friends and even the terrible secret of her parentage will not stop her. But how can she succeed when her true identity must surely be guessed by Trader Mab, who knew her father, and the crew of the Star of Deltora? Relying on no more than her wits and the kind acts of friends she makes along the way, Britta is drawn closer and closer to her terrible destiny.