Books with title Salty Dog

Based on a true story, Gloria Rand's children's picture book Salty Dog--featuring beautiful watercolor illustrations by her husband Ted Rand--follows the adventures of a puppy who grows up riding on ferries and sails around the world. Boat builder Zack takes the ferry to work every day accompanied by his young pup Salty, until the dog gets too big to hang around the shop. But Salty enjoys the daily voyage too much to be left behind, taking the ferry by himself to join Zack. Once his vessel is as sea worthy as his dog, Zack and Salty set sail on a wonderful and heroic journey across the oceans.

Set sail with the Salty Dogs on an adventure through the Pirate Islands in search of TREASURE. Their journey won't be easy. They must outwit rival pirates, navigate stormy sea, and keep the poop deck clean if they are to become pirate legends. Get ready for an amazing new adventure from the award-winning creator of SUPER HAPPY MAGIC FOREST! A picture book that will appeal to the whole family, with incredibly detailed artwork packed with lots to see with each turn of the page.

Wind tugged at Tuck, spinning him around. Tuck rolled and curled into a furry ball. He slid down the side of a wave. It towered over him and began to fall. Tuck closed his eyes and held his breath... Tuck, a baby sea otter, is separated from his Mama in a storm. He wakes in a tidepool where a family of river otters has discovered him. With the help of Nip, one of the river otter pups, and the rest of the otter family, Tuck avoids danger on land. Father Otter must make the long swim to the Island of Sea Otters if Tuck and his Mama are to be reunited. This tale of courage and compassion will delight readers of all ages. Set on the coast of Washington State, the vivid backdrop and endearing characters bring the story to life.