Pirates Discover, Press-out and Play

A highly detailed gift book complete with an informative and engaging introduction to pirates, made in collaboration with Royal Museums Greenwich in London, UK. Learn all about what it was like to be a pirate and create your own scene with a press-out treasure island!

How did you become a pirate? What was it like to live on a pirate ship? Were there any female pirates? And would you really have to walk the plank?

Find out the answers to these questions and more in this fact-filled pirate book for kids. Then turn to the back of the book to press out and assemble the pieces to make your very own treasure island scene!

An interactive introduction to excite young history enthusiasts:

• Beautifully detailed illustrations: Stunning seafaring scenes that bring the past to life in gorgeous detail, fully illustrated by celebrated illustrator Sally Agar.
• Made with the experts: Created in collaboration with London’s Royal Museums Greenwich to bring this historical period to life from the comfort of your home.
• Learn through play: Press out and assemble the included pieces to create your own treasure island and extend the rich learning experience even further.

Kids interested in history will find a lot to love in this informative, factually accurate and interactive book – a must-have gift for young history buffs and fans of pirates.

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