The Best Picture Books about Pirates!
a book list by Karen Kennedy, mother of two
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Children's Books
Kids love pirates, and there are a lot of pirate books out there, but the ones below are each special in a unique way.
Tough Boris
by Mem Fox, illustrated by Kathryn Brown
A perfectly-told wordless story that shows the tender side of a very tough pirate.
How I Became a Pirate
by Melinda Long, illustrated by David Shannon
Jeremy sails off with pirates and has a great time, but also realizes the downsides with pirate life — told with humor and David Shannon's great illustrations.
Edward and the Pirates
by David McPhail
This story is not only about pirates, but also about the power of reading and imagination.
Come Away From The Water, Shirley
by John Burningham
Shirley has all kinds of (imagined?) pirate adventures while her parents issue boring warnings from the beach; the contrast is perfect.
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About Karen Kennedy
Karen lives on Manhattan's Upper West Side with her husband and two sons. She's a lawyer by vocation, a reader by avocation and she's spent years finding the best children's books on various topics with the help of her sons and the New York Public Library.
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The Best Picture Books about Pirates!
a book list by Karen Kennedy, mother of two
shelved under
Children's Books
Kids love pirates, and there are a lot of pirate books out there, but the ones below are each special in a unique way.
Tough Boris
by Mem Fox, illustrated by Kathryn Brown
A perfectly-told wordless story that shows the tender side of a very tough pirate.
How I Became a Pirate
by Melinda Long, illustrated by David Shannon
Jeremy sails off with pirates and has a great time, but also realizes the downsides with pirate life — told with humor and David Shannon's great illustrations.
Edward and the Pirates
by David McPhail
This story is not only about pirates, but also about the power of reading and imagination.
Come Away From The Water, Shirley
by John Burningham
Shirley has all kinds of (imagined?) pirate adventures while her parents issue boring warnings from the beach; the contrast is perfect.
Flashlight Worthy
Recommending books so good, they'll keep you up past your bedtime.
more...
About Karen Kennedy
Karen lives on Manhattan's Upper West Side with her husband and two sons. She's a lawyer by vocation, a reader by avocation and she's spent years finding the best children's books on various topics with the help of her sons and the New York Public Library.
Stay in Touch
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President Obama's Favorite Books of 2017
Books for an Adventurous Childhood
Visiting Venice Through (Mostly) Fiction
Childhood Remembered: Books Of Indelible Childhood Memories
Novels on Art, Artists and Art World Shenanigans
Picture Books with Fun (and Sometimes Friendly) Monsters
Robert Rodi’s Favorite Books About Italy
Fractured Novels that Mirror the Uncertainty of Everyday Life
The Best Picture Books about Pirates!
a book list by Karen Kennedy, mother of two
Kids love pirates, and there are a lot of pirate books out there, but the ones below are each special in a unique way.
Tough Boris
by Mem Fox, illustrated by Kathryn Brown
A perfectly-told wordless story that shows the tender side of a very tough pirate.
How I Became a Pirate
by Melinda Long, illustrated by David Shannon
Jeremy sails off with pirates and has a great time, but also realizes the downsides with pirate life — told with humor and David Shannon's great illustrations.
Edward and the Pirates
by David McPhail
This story is not only about pirates, but also about the power of reading and imagination.
Come Away From The Water, Shirley
by John Burningham
Shirley has all kinds of (imagined?) pirate adventures while her parents issue boring warnings from the beach; the contrast is perfect.
Flashlight Worthy
Recommending books so good, they'll keep you up past your bedtime. more...
About Karen Kennedy
Karen lives on Manhattan's Upper West Side with her husband and two sons. She's a lawyer by vocation, a reader by avocation and she's spent years finding the best children's books on various topics with the help of her sons and the New York Public Library.
Stay in Touch
Newest book lists
President Obama's Favorite Books of 2017
Books for an Adventurous Childhood
Visiting Venice Through (Mostly) Fiction
Childhood Remembered: Books Of Indelible Childhood Memories
Novels on Art, Artists and Art World Shenanigans
Picture Books with Fun (and Sometimes Friendly) Monsters
Robert Rodi’s Favorite Books About Italy
Fractured Novels that Mirror the Uncertainty of Everyday Life