Fig. 582.—Cut the sulphur ends off two matches.
Cut the sulphur ends off two matches ([Fig. 582]) and place the little sticks crosswise in the banana skin, one near each end, to act as braces in holding the sides apart ([Fig. 583]) and as a seat for the doll-man ([Fig. 584]). [Fig. 584] shows both the canoe and the coracle in the water.
Fig. 583.—The little canoe.
Fig. 584.—Banana canoe and orange-skin coracle.
In selecting a banana for the canoe choose a symmetrical or even-sided one, that it may not tip but sit squarely on the water. In case the banana is not perfect and the canoe does tip to one side, place in it a small weight and the balance will be regulated.