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29 p. : col. ill New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator. Joe is confined to a wheelchair and has a fascination with boats - in particular the Earnslaw. His grandad gives him a very exciting birthday present -- a trip on the Earnslaw over to Walter Peak with his mother and grandad, which turns into an eventful day resulting in the rescue of two kayakers. A special gift given to him by Captain Tom gives Joe the courage to face an operation that will help him to walk.