My children read The
Pitiful Pirates by Jane Arlington before I did. Very soon after
they read it, they put it in front of me telling me I absolutely had
to read it. They were so excited as I began it, that I couldn't help
wondering what was so great about the story. It's not a rhyming
story (which I definitely prefer in children's picture books), so I
was waiting to realize why they were so excited for me to read it.
When I read the part
of the story in which the storm kicks up, I did find it pretty funny.
Of course, given our Cap'N Hugh “Strongback” Golly, this book
would be pretty appropriate and enjoyable to all of us. Lydian, the
little girl in the story, made a suggestion to the pirates after
observing their difficulty with the storm. That is why my children
were so tickled and excited for me to read this book. It's pretty
perfect for us if you think of my very first children's book!
Meredeth Johnson
illustrated this picture book. The illustrations are really perfect
for the story. The portrayal of Lydia in the illustrations is
completely believable and adorable. The other characters are equally
fitting and fun.
We liked this
children's picture book! Have you read The Pitiful Pirates by
Jane Arlington? What did you think?
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my eldest daughter!
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