Sure to stimulate, motivate, entertain, and inspire young audiences.
Even among children’s books, pirates are well known for their high-seas adventures involving looting, treasure hunting, mischief and mayhem. But in the latest installment of her Go On Vacation series, Kim Ann reflects on the lighter aspects of a playful pirate’s life. Though you might never have given thought to where a pirate goes or what they might do when on vacation, the very title of this book is sure to spark the curiosity of young readers. An eager band of young pirates spend time plotting and planning for an adventure that goes beyond glittering, treasure-stuffed chests. Vivacious buccaneers delight children with their enriching exploits, both on and off the water. Anchored by a flawlessly rhythmic text that flows gracefully from one page to the next, readers will catch a glimpse of just a few of the imaginative vacation possibilities available to an adorable group of pint-sized pirates. These dauntless explorers try out everything from white-water rafting to rock climbing, but as the kids enjoy all sorts of fun activities, they might just realize that their lives are satisfying without having to go anywhere at all.
With its lush artwork and adventuresome theme, Where Do Pirates Go on Vacation? is sure to stimulate, motivate, entertain, and inspire young audiences. The illustrations depicting pirate kids and their exciting activities are emotive, striking, and downright charming! Seeing the joy radiating from their faces will cause you to put aside any preconceived notions of scheming pirates, quickly realizing there’s no need to fear this fun-loving bunch of treasure seekers. The author presents many of the poetic lines as thought-provoking questions, creating a delightfully interactive story that will keep young children engaged and involved throughout. One subtle aspect Kim Ann includes is the seamless integration of a few soft nods at diversity and inclusivity. With a cast that features a wheelchair-using child sporting a disarming smile and a radiant character donning rainbow stripes and bouncy pigtails, the author introduces some warm-hearted messages in an appealing manner. If you’re looking for an adorable story about friendly pirates, you won’t find a better option than Where Do Pirates Go on Vacation? by Kim Ann.
