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The Positively Pleasant Pirates
This fun rhyming children’s book tells the story of a swashbuckling pirate and his crew. Unlike other pirates, the captain of this ship doesn’t steal treasure but teaches his crew to simply ask politely.
This bright and colourful children’s book won’t only entertain children, but will teach them that being polite and kind to others will mean that others will show the same courtesy to them. This is the first published title by author Greg Dobbins who has teamed up with Illustrator Simon Morse to create a fantastic literary experience to be enjoyed by children around the world.
Every time you purchase a copy of a tia publishing book they donate money to the Children’s Charity Rays of Sunshine.
This bright and colourful children’s book won’t only entertain children, but will teach them that being polite and kind to others will mean that others will show the same courtesy to them. This is the first published title by author Greg Dobbins who has teamed up with Illustrator Simon Morse to create a fantastic literary experience to be enjoyed by children around the world.
Every time you purchase a copy of a tia publishing book they donate money to the Children’s Charity Rays of Sunshine.
36 pages, Paperback
First published December 1, 2013
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February 17, 2014
I received this book from Goodreads First Reads giveaway.
The Positively Pleasant Pirates are sailing the sea to find treasure but they have one rule that they must stick by. The pirates must not steal the treasure like stereotypical pirates, instead they must ask politely.
I think this is a great picture book and like how the typical view of pirates has been challenged. It is great to show children that you can get more out of being friendly and polite.
I enjoyed reading the book and how the words flow. I much prefer rhyming books and this one was a very good rhyming book but I also really liked how as they continued on through the sea there was a repeated paragraph which children can join in with.
I thought the ending was brilliant as it showed the children that there was a use for there treasure, however useless it seemed to begin with. It is also nice to see the pirates setting a good example and helping others in need.
The pictures in the book are a fantastic quality and they show the pirate and the setting in a lot of great detail. I particularly liked the small details like the happy looking skull and crossbones and the ships name 'SS Pleasant.'
The questions at the end of the book are great to ask the children to help them recall what happened in the book but I struggled to remember what colour the octopus happened to be.
Overall I think this is a fantastic book which children love because of the pirates and adults love because of the message of politeness it gets across.
The Positively Pleasant Pirates are sailing the sea to find treasure but they have one rule that they must stick by. The pirates must not steal the treasure like stereotypical pirates, instead they must ask politely.
I think this is a great picture book and like how the typical view of pirates has been challenged. It is great to show children that you can get more out of being friendly and polite.
I enjoyed reading the book and how the words flow. I much prefer rhyming books and this one was a very good rhyming book but I also really liked how as they continued on through the sea there was a repeated paragraph which children can join in with.
I thought the ending was brilliant as it showed the children that there was a use for there treasure, however useless it seemed to begin with. It is also nice to see the pirates setting a good example and helping others in need.
The pictures in the book are a fantastic quality and they show the pirate and the setting in a lot of great detail. I particularly liked the small details like the happy looking skull and crossbones and the ships name 'SS Pleasant.'
The questions at the end of the book are great to ask the children to help them recall what happened in the book but I struggled to remember what colour the octopus happened to be.
Overall I think this is a fantastic book which children love because of the pirates and adults love because of the message of politeness it gets across.
August 11, 2019
This is a very nicely written short story picture book, which has great and colorful illustrations throughout. The story is presented in a highly entertaining rhyming style, and I'm sure that young children will happily enjoy and engage with this charming and fun pirate story. The story-line includes some important messages, that will hopefully help your child learn, that it can be rewarding to share and be polite! I believe that this book is ideal for bedtime reading, and I would place it in the age range of three to eight years.
All purchases of this book creates a donation, and support to the children's charity, 'Rays of Sunshine' (Granting Magical Wishes Everyday)
I received a free copy of this book through the Goodreads website.
Robin Rowles, Author of “Anne and Stan's Magical Salt and Pepper Pot Adventures”
All purchases of this book creates a donation, and support to the children's charity, 'Rays of Sunshine' (Granting Magical Wishes Everyday)
I received a free copy of this book through the Goodreads website.
Robin Rowles, Author of “Anne and Stan's Magical Salt and Pepper Pot Adventures”
February 15, 2014
The story is easy to follow and the repetitive element makes sure that it's both understood and that there's an element of anticipation. The rhymes are simple but clever. The characters are lovable and the tale is good lesson for those reading it - be polite! The book is bright and engaging, even the text changes colour and font. Very enjoyable read and engaging for young minds. The sale of the book also helps the Rays of Sunshine charity, so you can feel like you've done something good, while you read about being good!
February 15, 2014
My 5 year old daughter and I read this book.
We loved the rhyming story and wonderful illustrations - which added to the fun of the story.
My daughter loved the idea of breaking the stereotype of nasty pirates and agreed 'it's nice to be important, but far more important to be nice!'
She also enjoyed answering the questions at the end ... although neither of us could remember the colour of the octopus!!
We loved the rhyming story and wonderful illustrations - which added to the fun of the story.
My daughter loved the idea of breaking the stereotype of nasty pirates and agreed 'it's nice to be important, but far more important to be nice!'
She also enjoyed answering the questions at the end ... although neither of us could remember the colour of the octopus!!
February 16, 2014
Wonderfully illustrated book. I read it with my 3 (nearly 4) year old son and he enjoyed the story not least because he is madly into pirates at the moment. He liked that the pirates were nice and said they were different to other pirates as these ones said 'please'. He also enjoyed answering the quiz at the end- I was surprised how much information he had retained and it gave us a chance to discuss the importance of being nice & polite.
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