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When I Was a Pirate

When I Was a Pirate

Illustrated by Ewa Poklewska-Koziello

Hardcover

$16.99
When I Was a Pirate

About the Book

A heartfelt story with nautical illustrations about one grandfather's daring adventures as a heroic pirate sailing the seven seas! The perfect readalong picture book to be shared between grandparent and grandchild.

"A sweet intergenerational read...touching and fun!"
—Little Cub Literacy

Although these days Grandpa might prefer his rocking chair to climbing the rigging or hoisting the mainsail, he was once a swashbuckling pirate! As he tells his grandchildren tales of his piratical adventures on the high seas, their imagination takes them on an unforgettable journey.

xTreasure maps and sailing ships come to life in this heart-warming rhyming picture book about the surprising adventures of those you love. This is not only a story about pirates, but also family bonds and building memories.

Product Details

On sale: July 5, 2022
Age: 3-7 years
Grade: Preschool - 2
Page count: 32 Pages
ISBN: 9781838740498

Author Bio

Tom Silson is a solicitor based in Manchester with a passion for children’s books, rhyme and writing. When I was a Fairy grew from a conversation he had with his eldest daughter.
 
 

Ewa Poklewska-Koziello is an illustrator and architect from Poland, working from Sopot. She has illustrated many books for children and has a unique and playful style, perfect for fairies and pirates!
 
 

Reviews

"A sweet intergenerational read...touching and fun!"
—Little Cub Literacy