Jack, the Pirate with a Secret

By Nanny Sue

This is a fun, action-packed story with a twist at the end to allow for discussion between reader and listener. This could be used as a focus for discussion in PSHE lessons or as a one-to-one chat between the child and parent/carer.
Jack, the main character, is a very likeable and charming pirate. He appears to be extremely courageous. Throughout the story, he is portrayed as a very brave character who steers and leads his ship, The Mucky Duck, through a storm to a place of safety. Clearly, his crew look up to him for inspiration and guidance at a time when they are very afraid, but Jack performs his duties without hesitation. The story frequently reminds the reader/audience that although Jack appears to be brave, he has a secret The story ends with the crew and The Mucky Duck reaching an idyllic cove where everyone is safe and happy
A land filled with:
'Treasure and gold and jewels,
palm trees and coconuts '
All that Jack wants to do is to go to sleep in his cosy bunk in his cosy little cabin and dream of his adventures all over agai

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1528933087
• ISBN13: 9781528933087
• Release Date: January 2021
• Publisher: Austin Macauley
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"