Gross Facts About Pirates PDF Download

This is the first in a series of story and activity books for children aged nine and over containing a short history of, and interesting facts about, special subjects of interest. This first book in the series: The REAL Story of Pirates - Fun Facts, Tall Tales, and Awesome Activities, offers real information related to pirates and life at sea; as well as brief profiles of famous pirates of the past. Illustrations (which are meant to be colored) of pirates and the equipment they used in work and daily life are also here. Every year, on September 19th, many people around the world participate in International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Did you know that real Pirates didn't really talk that way? This pirate-style of speaking heard in films and on TV was copied from actor Robert Newton. Did you know, too, the young American Colonies defeated Britain with the help of Privateers? Privateers were pirates for hire. Did you also know that many common phrases heard today came from the classic age of pirates and seafaring? For example, The expression Pipe Down, which means to be quiet, originally meant the last signal of the day from a pipe or whistle from a ship officer called a bosun, indicating it was time to go to sleep. Many other such words and phrases are explained within these pages. Facts and stories like these, as well as fun coloring pages, a maze, and other activities are included in the book. There are also recommendations for discussing pirates with your children or grandkids, and even full instructions on how to host an inexpensive pirate-themed party for your special child's birthday, or other special event!