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This is such a cute kids book! My son loves cowboys so I knew this book was one that we HAD to read together. It has already become a family favorite for us. The illustrations in this book are really pretty and definitely eye-catching for the young kids. The storyline itself is just as good. As I was reading it, I knew there was a message so I immediately began looking for it. I really liked how the Dad showed love to the pirates even when they were a bit different than the rest of the people he normally interacted with. This was a powerful book that hit home with us as we've been talking a lot about loving and respecting people even if they treat us badly. I like how the Dad never disrespected them, but kept reaching out to them. It was a perfect lesson for us to talk to about with our kids on a level they understood.
I like the hardback book because it won't be easily damaged, which is good because I plan to keep it! The back has a definitions page called "Stretch's Totally True Seadog Definition." It has all of the "pirate speak" defined.
Overall, this would make a great Christmas present for any child. My oldest, my son, is 5-years-old and loves pirates. My daughter is 3 and was engaged through the whole book. It says on the book that it is geared for ages 4-8. It is also a part of the new series, The Next Door Series. Excited to read the next one in February. For any young pirate-lover, this book is a must!
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I received this book free from Zondervan Publishers and Booksneeze in exchange for my honest opinion of this book.
