Old Wood Boat

Written & illustrated by Nikki McClure

An old boat, restored by a family, sets sail for new adventures.

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48 pages· 541 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

An old, forgotten boat, overtaken by time and nature, is rescued by a family who lovingly restores her. As they set sail, the boat embarks on a new journey, rediscovering the sea's embrace. Will this rebirth lead to new adventures or uncover forgotten memories? Experience a tale of transformation and the enduring spirit of the sea, beautifully illustrated with intricate cut-paper art.

From the publisher

Raise the sails and follow the wind across the green sea in this captivating marriage of lyrical prose and intricate illustrations from a renowned West Coast artist. Old wood boat remembers the wind. Dilapidated and parted from the sea, she remembers and waits as her mast cracks and blackberry vines creep across her deck. But one day, a family tows her home. Scraped, scrubbed, sanded, and varnished, she is made beautiful and seaworthy again. After libations have been poured out, the family casts off, and old wood boat embarks on adventure once more. In this love letter to sailing, heralded artist Nikki McClure tells the story of a restored boat in timeless and reverent prose that perfectly accompanies her stunning cut-paper illustrations. At once delicate and bold, each page is masterful, rendered from a single sheet of black paper with precision and care that is sure to enthrall readers from coast to coast.

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