This swashbuckling collection of pirate tales is brimful with drama and adventure on the high seas. Young children will meet fierce characters such as the captain in the German tale, Kobold and the Pirates; others, like young Mochimitsu, in the Japanese tale, are friendly and funny. They will also meet the infamous lady pirate, Grace O'Malley, one of Ireland's most feared pirates. Specially compiled for young readers, these tales are perfect for reading aloud.
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'Swashbuckling stories about pirates from all around the world.' - Child Education --Child Education<br /><br />Richard Walker's eclectic and unexpected stories in My Very First Book of Pirates are perfect for sharing with a pirate-fixed four to six-year-old...Gloriously bejewelled illustrations by Olwyn Whelan' - The Times --The Times<br /><br />'Stories about pirates have been told for centuries, and several have been bought together in this attractive giftbook. The choice of tales, from around the world, adds up to an appealing themed collection. The many illustrations - some are full page - are a delight, their vibrant colours and details capturing the essence of each story.' - Manchester Evening News --Manchester Evening News
Richard Walker's eclectic and unexpected stories in My Very First Book of Pirates are perfect for sharing with a pirate-fixed four to six-year-old...Gloriously bejewelled illustrations by Olwyn Whelan' - The Times --The Times
'Stories about pirates have been told for centuries, and several have been bought together in this attractive giftbook. The choice of tales, from around the world, adds up to an appealing themed collection. The many illustrations - some are full page - are a delight, their vibrant colours and details capturing the essence of each story.' - Manchester Evening News --Manchester Evening News
Richard Walker's eclectic and unexpected stories in My Very First Book of Pirates are perfect for sharing with a pirate-fixed four to six-year-old...Gloriously bejewelled illustrations by Olwyn Whelan' - The Times --The Times
'Stories about pirates have been told for centuries, and several have been bought together in this attractive giftbook. The choice of tales, from around the world, adds up to an appealing themed collection. The many illustrations - some are full page - are a delight, their vibrant colours and details capturing the essence of each story.' - Manchester Evening News --Manchester Evening News
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Richard Walker was a professional storyteller who told his tales at a variety of venues from folk festivals, schools and theatres to private homes. He was also a freelance broadcaster and editor of Fact and Fiction, the storyteller's magazine. Richard Hope is a British TV actor who starred in ITV's MIT: Murder Investigation Team as DS Barry Purvis, as well in a number of other dramas like BBC1's A Touch of Frost, and ITV's Heartbeat and Poirot. Olwyn Whelan worked as a newspaper cartoonist and as a graphic designer before becoming a full-time freelance illustrator. She aims to produce timeless and classic books that children will treasure for life. Olwyn lives in Ireland with her husband, their two children, and her cat called Sleazy.
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By Ms. Mc
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I am a BEd student on TP and have used this book so many times, the stories are so interesting and my pirate mad class of 7 and 8 year olds love them! The beautiful illustrations and a fantastic audio CD add to the magic of this wonderful addition to or library.
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PIrate stories from around the world, beautifully illustrated. A quality book, beautifully coloured with the added bonus of a cd to listen to. I chose this because of the illustrations and couldn't be more delighted with the book. Each story gives something special. A book to treasure.
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By Justin
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The Barefoot Book of Pirates makes a fun change for bedtime stories. My little girls love the pirate stories, and for a dad who has to put up with lots of princess stories it makes a nice change. We've already got the Barefoot Book of Princesses and enjoyed the variety and novelty of these stories from around the World. The book is beautifully illustrated and ideal for slightly older children (5+) who don't rely so much on pictures when listening to the story. The CD is also good value and has become a favourite on long car journeys,
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I've listened in as my 4yo listens, so I can't say I've heard every word, but great value for money - lots of stories and a beautifully illustrated book for him to follow as he... Read more
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