9781599289564

Boating

Format: Hardcover

ISBN13: 9781599289564

Hardcover|9781599289564


Overview

Easy-to-read text, full-color photos, and captivating graphics introduce the sport of boating. Topics include boating activities, types of boats, safety, rules, and etiquette. Basic boat parts are discussed, and a two-page graphic feature presents different types of boat hulls. Motorboats, jet boats, canoes, kayaks, and sailboats are described, as well as the history of sailing and the America's Cup. Safety topics include boat capacity, personal flotation devices, first aid, sunscreen, and boat lights. Communication methods such as VHF radios, boat horns, buoys, and lighthouses are also discussed. In addition, measuring wind speed and direction is described, as well as boat maintenance and various types of anchors. Informative sidebars, helpful tips, bold glossary terms, and an index accompany engaging text and interactive graphic elements to give readers a basic understanding of boating.

ISBN-13

9781599289564

ISBN-10

1599289563

Weight

0.49 Pounds

Dimensions

8.00 x 0.50 x 8.00 In

List Price

$34.22

Format

Hardcover

Language

English

Pages

32 pages

Publisher

Abdo Group

Published On

2008-01-01



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