"Ranger Rick Kids' Guide to Paddling" by Tom Watson is an engaging introduction for young adventurers eager to explore the world of paddling. It covers essential skills, safety tips, and gear advice while emphasizing the fun and excitement of being on the water. Readers will learn about different paddling techniques, the importance of wildlife conservation, and how to appreciate nature's beauty during paddling trips. With colorful illustrations and hands-on activities, the guide encourages kids to connect with the outdoors, fostering a sense of adventure and environmental stewardship. It's perfect for budding paddlers looking to embark on memorable water adventures. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Ranger Rick, Ranger Rick Kids Guides .

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-5th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-11 years.

There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published in 2018 by Walter Foster Jr. - Quarto Library .

Tom Watson lives in Chicago with his wife, daughter, and son. He also has a dog, as you could probably guess. The dog is a Labrador-Newfoundland mix. Tom says he looks like a Labrador with a bad perm. He wanted to name the dog "Put Your Shirt On" (please don't ask why), but he was outvoted by his family. The dog's name is Shadow. Early in his career Tom worked in politics, including a stint as the chief speechwriter for the governor of Ohio. This experience helped him develop the unique, storytelling narrative style of the Stick Dog books. More important, Tom's time in politics made him realize a very important thing: Kids are way smarter than adults. And it's a lot more fun and rewarding to write stories for them than to write speeches for grown-ups.