Provides information about the winter sport of ice fishing, discussing when and where to ice fish, ice fishing methods, gear and safety, and why people like to ice fish.
"Ice fishing is not just cold, it's also cool! This book introduces readers to the sport of ice fishing. Children will learn about the special equipment needed to reel in fish on a frozen lake, including the clothing and shelter needed to stay warm. Safety practices and conservation issues are also discussed. This book features colorful images on every page. Age-appropriate text and fun facts help readers prepare for their first ice fishing adventure"--From the publisher's web site.
"In the middle of winter, people venture out on the frozen lakes in search of fish. After setting up their shacks, anglers drill holes through the ice and drop their lines. Some shacks are even heated! Discover more about the equipment ice fishers use and the fish they catch in this cool title for young readers"--Provided by the publisher.
Jeff and his best friend Keith are ice-fishing in an old ice shack on Big Lake when a sudden blizzard blows in and their generator dies--as the boys struggle to find their way to safety they suddenly find themselves on thin ice, and when Keith falls through Jeff must find a way to save his friend from the freezing water.
"Is it easier to move ice with a lever or a screw? Readers will see how a group of kids compares two simple machines and decides which one does a better job at moving the ice."--Provide by publisher.
