What makes Blue Boat so brave?

This is a discussion prompt for Blue Boat by Kersten Hamilton. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

Have you ever seen a big storm? How did it make you feel?

This is a discussion prompt for Blue Boat by Kersten Hamilton. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

What are some ways we can help others when they are in trouble?

This is a discussion prompt for Blue Boat by Kersten Hamilton. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

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Blue Boat

Name: Blue Boat
ISBN: 9781101998533

by Kersten Hamilton

A brave tugboat rescues a family caught in a stormy sea. This nautical adventure is perfect for little ones who love vehicles and rescue stories.

About This Book

With the tremendous success of RED TRUCK in board book format and anticipation around YELLOW COPTER in board to match, we're thrilled to complete the primary-colored series about vehicles who save the day by bringing BLUE BOAT into board, too! When a family on a sailing outing gets stuck in a surprise storm, there is only one boat tough enough to handle the rocking waves and howling winds: Blue Boat! Now even the youngest readers can cheer on this "rough, tough tugboat."

Concepts

Fear & Bravery Resilience & Perseverance Empathy & Kindness Teamwork & Collaboration Curiosity & Wonder Adventure Weather & Seasons Animals

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Wonderlit Review

"Blue Boat" delivers a thrilling yet comforting tale for young readers, focusing on a heroic tugboat that saves a family from a sudden, fierce storm at sea. The narrative is straightforward and engaging, highlighting the Blue Boat's strength and determination as it navigates treacherous waves and winds. While the storm presents a moment of mild peril, the overall emotional arc is one of reassurance and triumph, emphasizing that help is always available. This book is ideal for children aged 4-11, particularly those who love vehicles, rescue stories, or might be experiencing mild anxieties about storms or being lost. Parents can use this book to open conversations about bravery, problem-solving, and the importance of helping others. Its place in a popular series, alongside "Red Truck" and "Yellow Copter," makes it a familiar and welcome addition, offering a gentle yet exciting adventure that differs from other vehicle books by focusing specifically on maritime rescue and the power of a single, dedicated vessel.