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This title explores the history of the America's Cup yacht race. Readers will learn abut the race's course and how it is run, from the starting zone to the top gate. Readers will learn the rules of the race, including speed trial competitions, course boundaries, and penalties. Top captains such as John Cox Stevens, Charles Jackson Paine, J. Pierpont Morgan, and Harold S. Vanderbilt are introduced. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company....
3) Sailing
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Series
Language
English
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A basic guide to the sport of sailing, introducing many kinds of boats and discussing what to do when a boat capsizes and other safety tips.
7) Sailing
Author
Series
Publisher
Steck-Vaughn Library
Pub. Date
[1991]
Language
English
Description
Shows a girl learning the fundamentals of sailing with the help of an adult friend. Identifies and explains the parts of a sailboat and mentions various professional sailing competitions.
9) Solo sailing
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Pub
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Introduces and discusses sailors who have crossed oceans alone.
10) Boats are busy
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Publisher
Phaidon
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
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Description
"Tugboats are helpers, cargo ships are strong, and rescue boats are brave. Meet 15 boats and learn what makes them so busy!" --
11) Sailing
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Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
Learn about the active sport of sailing, including the terminology unique to sailing, how to stay safe on the water, and the basic techniques needed by every sailor, such as safely tying secure knots.
15) Sailing for kids
Author
Publisher
Fernhurst
Pub. Date
[1992]
Language
English
Description
Explains all the basic techniques for sailing a small boat and describes all the equipment needed and how the rigging works. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary.
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Publisher
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform]
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
Description
"Sailing is Fun - A Beginners Manual for Young Sailors" is written for kids. This book introduces basic terms, concepts and procedures which all new sailors need to understand, but does so in a "kid friendly" manner. The book also stresses water safety. It is the author's hope that once a child is properly introduced to the joys and thrills of sailing, a life-long passion will develop. In this modern 21st century world, there is a lot of "bad stuff"...
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