A guide for women who want to fish including selecting the right rod, reel, and other tackle; effective fly-fishing and spincasting techniques; information on fishing rules, regulations, and licenses; and other related topics.
After catching a cutthroat, a vanishing species of fish in the Snake River, Spinner Shafter and her cousin Alligator do some ecological detecting to determine where the fish came from and how he had survived.
"Engaging images accompany information about freshwater fishing. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--.
Whether someone has been fishing for years or has just taken up the hobby, anyone can catch a fish with the right gear. Readers will learn about the variety of fishing tackle used for different types of fishing. They will also discover why fishing is such a popular sport all over the world. They will be introduced to the problem of overfishing and what is being done to combat it. Fun fact boxes add to the text, while vivid photographs support reader comprehension.