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Pirate Stew

by Neil Gaiman

Book Details

Publisher:HarperCollins
Published:2020-12-01
Pages:49
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0062934570

Reading Info

Age Range:0-2

About This Book

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 PIRATE STEW. Marvelously silly and gloriously entertaining, this tale of pirates, flying ships, doughnut feasts and some rather magical stew is perfect for all pirates, both young and old. With a delici

Our Review

This rollicking pirate adventure transforms an ordinary babysitting night into a magical maritime escapade, where two children find their evening overtaken by the eccentric Long John McRon and his crew of boisterous buccaneers. The story sails through a whirlwind of fantastical elements, from flying ships to doughnut feasts, all centered around the whimsical creation of a most peculiar pirate stew. Gaiman's rhythmic, read-aloud text makes this seafaring tale an engaging experience for the very young, capturing the thrill of imaginative play and unexpected adventures.

What sets this picture book apart is its celebration of joyful chaos and culinary magic, where the ordinary rules of dinner time are delightfully upended in favor of shared laughter and pirate antics. The vibrant illustrations perfectly complement the playful narrative, creating a visual feast that will captivate babies and toddlers with their bold colors and expressive characters. Parents seeking a story that encourages imaginative thinking and revels in good-natured mischief will find this a wonderful addition to their bedtime reading rotation, proving that sometimes the best adventures happen right at home.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction