Definition: To guide the course of a vessel, vehicle, aircraft etc. (by means of a device such as a rudder, paddle, or steering wheel).

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! Today we’re tackling ‘steering,’ it's a word you’ll hear quite often, isn’t it? The dictionary gives us a good start, a helpful little hint. Let’s break it down, nice and bright: “To guide the course… of a vessel, vehicle, aircraft…” That means steering controls where things go! Think about a boat on the sea, sailing free, It needs a rudder to steer, for you and me! Or a car driving down the road, so sleek and grand, The steering wheel is key, throughout the land. An airplane soaring high, up in the blue, Its controls and rudders help it see you through. So ‘steering’ really means to control direction with care, Using a tool – a rudder, paddle, or steering wheel, we share! Does that make sense? Do you have any questions about how steering works in different things? Let's discuss!