Along the Maine coast, the distinctive lobster boat is ubiquitous, and fisherman devote nearly as much time and effort naming their boats as their children. In this charming little volume, Victor Cole has reached out to hundreds of lobstermen and collected the stories behind the names of their boats. Some of the names are of children, or of loved ones who’ve passed on; some are religious or inspirational, and some are downright funny. But the stories behind them are all interesting and reveal something about Maine’s fishing culture.

Presenting crabs, shrimp, lobsters, barnacles, and krill! Crustaceans is an eye-catching animal-science reference book for young readers and browsers. Covering all the basic topics, including habitat, anatomy, and diet, Crustaceans allows kids to get up close and learn all about these hard-shelled marine animals through vibrant photos and clear, concise text.

There are several different types of creatures that live in the sea, including crustaceans. These amazing animals include crabs, lobsters, and shrimp. Through age-appropriate and accessible main text, readers learn about different crustacean habitats, how they reproduce, their eating habits, and life cycles. Animal lovers are presented with engaging facts that expand their knowledge of this fun biology topic. A detailed glossary, informational graphic organizers, helpful diagrams, and vibrant, full-color photographs enhance this learning experience for readers eager to learn about these fascinating creatures.

Any young seashore visitor or beachcomber will enjoy this beginner's guide to crustaceans from Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the celebrated About... series. In this volume from the series, educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what crustaceans are, how they look, how they protect themselves, what they eat, and where they live. With beautifully detailed, realistic paintings, noted wildlife illustrator John Sill introduces readers to the diversity of the crustacean population, from the sand fiddler crab to the California rock lobster. An afterword provides more details about the species featured. This books is ideal for casual explorations into nature as well as for early childhood and elementary science units on animals.