👉 A craft used for transportation of goods, fishing, racing, recreational cruising, or military use on or in the water, propelled by oars or outboard motor or inboard motor or by wind.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look! Today we're tackling the word "boat," and it’s a lovely one to explore. The dictionary has given us a really good definition, don’t you think? Let’s break it down piece by piece, in rhyme for a little thinking trick: “A craft used for transportation,” that’s where it all starts, Moving things across the water, playing helpful parts! "Fishing" is next, a joyful scene, Catching fish and being keen. Then “racing” comes, a speedy delight, Boats zipping fast with all their might! “Recreational cruising,” that’s a happy flow, Just floating along, watching the waters go. And finally, "military use," strong and bold, Boats for defense, stories to be told! It's propelled by oars – you row with glee, Or motors hum, for speed you see! Wind can push it too, a graceful sail, A “boat” is versatile, without fail! So, in short class, a "boat" is something that floats and moves on water - it's a vessel of many kinds, you see! Do you have any questions about what we’ve discussed today?