Mercer Mayer's classic tale of a boy with a big problem. The alligator under his bed makes the boy's bedtime a hazardous operation, until he lures it out of the house and into the garage.
Making Wooden Fishing Lures: Carving and Painting Techniques that Really Catch Fish
Filled with fish-tested designs as well as carving and painting techniques, this guide provides instructions for creating a variety of fresh and saltwater lures. Exploring the science of catching fish—what colors and shapes fish are attracted to and how to replicate them—the handbook tells which lure designs will attract which type of fish. Outlining the difference between surface, floating, diving, and sinking lures, this manual offers full-sized carving patterns and step-by-step demonstrations. Additional information about hardware, hooks, and jointed lures is also included, as is an elaborate gallery of historic and contemporary wooden lures.