Backbeard and the Birthday Suit

by Matthew McElligott

Book Overview

Set sail for a hairy adventure. Sure, pirates are rough and tough and stinky. But after one particularly rowdy birthday party, even Backbeard must admit that it's time for him to buy a new suit. With... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802780652
• ISBN13: 9780802780652
• Release Date: April 2006
• Publisher: Walker & Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.4" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

Don't Let a Pirate Choose His Own Outfit!

Hairy old Backbeard decides it's time for a new suit. It's a doozy but doesn't seem to inspire Backbeard to wash or cut his hair! Some pirates have a lot to learn. Very funny book that kids can identify with.

Outstanding!

I found this book to be entertaining and charming. Each time you read it you see something new and enticing in the illustrations, and Backbeard shows he is a gentle soul despite all the bluster.

T-aaaaaarrrrrrrrrrr-ific!

Often, I'll find myself sitting in the rocker with my two year-old daughter on my lap, reading a children's book of pirate stories. And although each book is entertaining, I'm left with a question I'm sure we've all pondered: Why hasn't anyone written a book about a pirate who shops for new clothes, yet? Fellow readers, our prayers have been answered! With clever illustrations and a very funny storyline, this book about the hairiest pirate ever hits the spot. My daughter loves it, and it's well worth the investment in pieces of eight.