Mabel Takes A Sail [Paperback]

Emily Chetkowski (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 2 and up

As in her previous adventure (Mabel Takes a Ferry), also set in Islesboro, Maine, canine sailor Mabel is excited to be going on a sailing excursion with her family. But this time there is a slight hitch: the new puppy Maxine is coming, too. Mabel Takes a Sail is filled with sailing tips, including a glossary of terms, and gentle safety reminders that parents and children will appreciate. And the illustrations of the beautiful Maine coast by artist Dawn Peterson are magnificent.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: J. N. Townsend Publishing; As edition (January 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1880158264
• ISBN-13: 978-1880158265
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.2 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,695,102 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

She's back! Mabel Takes the Ferry, first published in 1995 and cited as one of Maine's most notable children's books, is back! For all the details on this book and other Emily Chetkowski books of a diverse range of subject matter and ages, please go to www.emilychetkowski.com.

And Emily is back too! After an exciting move to New Hampshire, where she and George are raising Newfoundland ponies,(www.villiponifarm.com) Emily is busy writing again, not only a regular column for the prize-winning Monadnock Ledger Transcript, but new books as well. Stay tuned and thanks for visiting Emily's author page!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An aptly illustrated, clever, entertaining story for kids., July 14, 2000

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mabel Takes A Sail (Paperback)

In Mabel Takes A Sail, a friendly, energetic dog named Mabel embarks on a grand adventure when she and her family set off on a sailing trip around the island of Islesboro, Maine. Landlubber Maxine (the family's new dog) comes along for the ride and Mabel finds that she has her paws full as she tries to teach Maxine a thing or two about sailing and boating safety. Recommended for young readers, especially those who own pets and have access to sail boats, Emily Chetkowski's clever and entertaining story is aptly illustrated by the drawings of Dawn Peterson.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mabel books, April 14, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Mabel Takes A Sail (Paperback)

What a terrific book! I have owned and bred Tibetan Terriers for over 20 years and Emily has a real grip on the adventurous nature of this breed. Tibetan Terriers love their families and Emily has shown us how the family bond and the inquisitiveness which is inherent in the breed go together. As a social worker,I have used the previous Mabel Takes The Ferry book and have already planned how to incorporate the newest Mabel Story into my work with children. Thanks Emily!

5.0 out of 5 stars Maybel Takes a Sail, April 12, 2000

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Andrew (Portland, Maine) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mabel Takes A Sail (Paperback)

Ms. Chetkowski has created a wonderful and whimsical sequal to her first book, "Maybel Takes a Ferry," which was equally enchanting for readers of all ages. This beautifully crafted second work, together with the return of the warm and personal artistic contributions of Ms. Dawn Peterson, invites one and all to join the Chetkowski family and take part in the lovable escapades of Maybel, the engaging and independent rascal star of story. I, for one feel as if I am already know and am part of the Chetkowski family. Perhaps during one of my sojourns along the beautiful Maine coast, I will actually run across Maybel and her human charges. Until then, I will anxiously wait for the third installment to come out. Hopefully, before another tourist season invades our coast!