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The World's Worst Pirate

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The World’s Worst Pirate by Michelle Worthington is a delightful children's book that tells the story of a young boy who struggles to fulfill his father's expectations of being a traditional pirate. Instead of following the pirate ways, he uses his creative skills to solve problems, showing that sometimes, being different is the best way to stand out. It's a charming tale of individuality, courage, and embracing one's unique talents.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this whimsical tale if you love stories about misfit heroes turning their weaknesses into strengths. It's perfect for children who appreciate humour, creativity, and the thrill of high-seas adventure with an unexpected twist.

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The World's Worst Pirate

Will was the World’s Worst Pirate. He didn’t want to be a swashbuckling, treasure-hunting buccaneer. He couldn’t even stand on deck without being seasick. But when the ship is attacked by a terrible sea monster, a surprising hero saves the day!

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Pirates are swashbuckling, treasure hunting, buccaneers of the seven seas. But if your mother is the Pirate Captain and you can't stand on deck without getting seasick...that makes William The World's Worst Pirate. When the ship is attacked, can he use his own special talent to save the day?

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780994626912

Publisher: Little Pink Dog Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 July 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Little Pink Dog Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Katrin Dreiling

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 235.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 325g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Two-time winner of the International Book Award for Children's Hardcover Fiction and finalist in the USA Best Book Awards, Michelle also received a Gellett Burgess Award for Children's Literature and a Silver Moonbeam Award for her contribution to celebrating diversity in Picture Books. Katrin Dreiling is a teacher-trained illustrator based in Brisbane who loves to come up with quirky creations that inspire children to get creative themselves. She has also provided the characters for animated university lectures and government staff coaching videos.

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