This document provides instructions for building a miniature boat out of simple materials like a plastic container, pencils, tape, and a rubber band. It begins with some background on why the author wanted to build a boat and the history of miniature boats. The main part lists step-by-step directions to construct the boat using a small plastic container for the hull and pencils attached with tape for the mast and sail with a rubber band providing propulsion. Additional resources are provided for learning more about miniature boats.