Publisher's Synopsis
Willy is an adventurous Australian shepherd. In Willy Goes To Sea, he sails on a schooner for the first time. Join him as he leaves Rockland, Maine with Captain Jim and the crew. Once the lively cargo is aboard, Willy conquers his seasickness and "lends a helpful paw or two" all over the boat. He is a good sailor and is the first to notice another boat in distress. The reader will be surprised to learn the identity of the sailor on the other boat. Enjoy this day sail out from the rugged Maine coast. Willy has the heart of Walter Mitty and loves to experience new things. Through his activity on board, he introduces the reader to nautical terms and meets assorted sea creatures. He is an excited and inquisitive learner who casts anxiety to the wind and eagerly tackles his duties. This book is for children of all ages who love Maine, the ocean, and animals. Willy shows us how to jump paws first into life.
