Best Pirate Books for Kids
20 pirate books for kids, picked from the 22 we’ve reviewed. Maps, parrots, and buried treasure — pirates are pretend-play fuel in book form. Every pick links to our full review, with age fit and where to buy.
Night of the Ghost Pirate (Paw Patrol) A Book for Kids and Toddlers
Golden Books
A coloring book with shiny stickers starring Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol! Ryder and the pups become ghost hunters when they attend a costume party on an old pirate ship. Boys and girls ages 3 to 7 will thrill to this not-too-scary coloring and activity book that features a sparkling cover and over 50 s
Captain Kidd, Legendary Pirate Leader (Notorious Pirates Graphics)
Jessica Gunderson
After first hunting pirates, Captain William Kidd turned outlaw himself in the lates 1690s and led his crew to plunder, eventually burying his ill-gotten treasure. With accessible hi-lo text and dynamic graphic novel storytelling, readers can learn more about the exploits of this infamous pirate.
The Berenstain Bears Pirate Adventure by Mike Berenstain
Mike Berenstain
Ahoy bear, matey! Join the Berenstain Bears in another exciting addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series as they embark on a high seas adventure full of cannonballs, scallywags, and—of course—treasure! X marks the spot for Captain Cub, Brown Bear the Pirate, and Honey Bones on the i
Doctopus the Pirate Octopus
Stanley Crew
Will the pirate octopus ruin Christmas? Before Sol & Vox can stop him, the evil Doctopus finds a way to mess up everything! These two young boys must find out how to defeat him while learning to live on a sailboat. Can they stop him... or will they end up in his slimy grasp? The maiden voyage of the
Pirate Boy by Eve Bunting
Eve Bunting
A delightful story of steadfast love between a pirate boy and his brave mom. After reading his favorite book about a pirate boy, Danny wonders what would happen if he sailed away on a pirate ship. Luckily, his mother reassures him that she would find him, even if she had to swim on a dolphin, battle
Escape the Pirate Ship Use the clues, solve the puzzles, and make your escape!
Stella Caldwell
Make a thrilling escape from a pirate ship using logic, problem-solving, and critical thinking! BEWARE! You are about to enter a book in which you could become trapped forever! The year is 1717 and you are an accidental stowaway on a pirate ship. In your possession are the precious jewels that the f
Pirate Pups! (Paw Patrol) (Little Golden Book)
Golden Books
Set sail with the rescue pups from Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol as they search for lost pirate treasure! Girls and boys ages 2 to 5 are sure to love this all-new, full-color Little Golden Book.
My Mom the Pirate (Pathway Books) by Jackie French
Jackie French
Cecil's mom wears high black boots and makes her enemies walk the plank. Is she really a pirate?
Kiki and the Pirates (Sailing the Stars Book 2)
Amie McCracken
"The Never Land pirates have a special surprise for Bucky: his very own golden anchor! But when Captain Hook spies the shiny treasure, he sails away with it across the Never Sea. Will the friends track down the Jolly Roger, or will it be anchor's away--far, far away?"--
Pirate Stew
Neil Gaiman
Meet LONG JOHN McRON, SHIP'S COOK . . . and the most unusual babysitter you've ever seen. Long John has a whole crew of wild pirates in tow, and--for one boy and his sister--he's about to transform a perfectly ordinary evening into a riotous adventure beneath a pirate moon. It's time to make some PI
Pirates of the Caribbean (Disney Classic) (Little Golden Book) by Nicole Johnson
Nicole Johnson
Ahoy, matey! Set sail for adventure with this Little Golden Book inspired by the popular Disney Parks attraction Pirates of the Caribbean! Climb aboard and get ready for an epic adventure. Readers will go on a journey full of swashbuckling pirates, hidden treasure, haunted ships, and more as they ex
Treasure Hunt Navigation and Map Skills A Little Book of BIG Choices
S.E. Burr
Patrick and his trusty pirate crew set sail in search of hidden treasure! But the sneaky pirate, Percival, is hot on their trail, and he'll do anything to find the treasure first. How can Patrick locate the treasure and keep it out of the hands of that sneaky pirate? By using math, that's how! The M
Goodnight Pirate A Bedtime Baby Sleep Book for Fans of Buried Treasure!
Michelle Robinson
Getting ready for bedtime has never been so much fun These colorful books are the perfect way to help tiny ones wind down on their way to dreamland. From a big "digger" truck to a pirate ship, tractor and horse-drawn carriage, each book helps little dreamers wish their favorite things a sweet goodni
The Pirates Next Door by Jonny Duddle
Jonny Duddle
When a pirate family moves into her quiet seaside town during ship repairs, young Matilda defies the edicts of the gossiping adults in the community to befriend young pirate Jim Lad, in a story that features themes about acceptance and first impressions.
Mary Read, Bold Pirate in Disguise
Stephanie Peters
In the early 1700s, Mary Read disguised herself as a man and came to terrorize the Caribbean as a pirate! With accessible hi-lo text and dynamic graphic novel storytelling, readers can learn more about the adventures of this real female pirate.
P Is for Pirate (Alphabet Primers)
Greg Paprocki
Learn with your toddler from A to Z about the world of pirates—the jargon they use and the tools they need—through fun, silly, and engaging illustrations. An engaging collection of illustrations teaching children all about the silly and fun world of pirates. Have fun reading with your child from A t
The First Cat in Space and the Baby Pirate’s Revenge A Graphic Novel
Mac Barnett
This whimsical graphic novel delivers an action-packed space adventure featuring a courageous feline astronaut and a determined baby pirate on an intergalactic quest. The story combines cosmic explor...
Pirates, Manatees, and Mermaids (A Save Our Seas Adventure Book Book 3)
Geoffrey Williams
A Red Alert sets the Worthys off from the island of Abu Al Abyad-near Abu Dhabi in the Persian Gulf-to Florida where manatees are being injured and killed at an alarming rate Something has changed. The SOS Foundation is sending in their crack A.I. team, Alena and Tyler Worthy and their resourceful d
Mrs Claus and the Pirate Captain A Children’s Christmas Adventure
Carol Anne Carter
A collection of three humorous Christmas stories about Mrs Claus! If your child loves fun adventure stories, they'll love these festive read aloud Christmas tales about Mrs Claus ... Mrs Claus and the Christmas Adventure: A fun Christmas adventure for Santa Claus' wife, Mrs. Claus. As Santa Claus he
Arthur and Blackheart the Pirate Arthurs Magic Sketchbook Adventures
Malcolm Dewey
Offers a collection of three tales featuring Arthur the Aardvark.