ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Boat building tools

Boat building tools are special tools that help someone build a boat. Boats are big machines that float on water and have sails or engines to move them around. Building a boat is like building a big puzzle. Builders use different tools to make different parts of the boat fit together like pieces of a puzzle.

Some tools are used to cut and shape wood or other materials. There are saws that cut straight lines, saws that cut curves, and saws that make tiny cuts in small spaces. There are also chisels that are like small knives used to carve and shape wood.

Other tools help put parts of the boat together. Hammers and nails are used to attach pieces of wood together. Screwdrivers are used to add screws to different parts of the boat. Glue is another tool that helps hold things together. Glue is like sticky power that can attach two things together.

Measuring tools are also important when building a boat. Measuring tape helps find out how long a piece of wood needs to be. Square tools help make sure pieces of wood are actually square, meaning they have 90-degree angles.

Boat building tools also include safety tools. Safety goggles and earplugs help protect the eyes and ears from sawdust and loud noises. Gloves are worn to protect the hands when working with sharp tools. A first aid kit is always nearby in case someone gets hurt.

Boat building tools come in many shapes and sizes, and they all help builders create a boat that can be enjoyed on the water for years to come.