The Pirates Next Door The Jolley-Rogers

What do our readers think of The Pirates Next Door The Jolley-Rogers? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny pirate characters, lively rhymes and detailed pictures, and they like spotting the treasure and other small details. They especially enjoy the jokes, the adventure and Matilda’s friendship with Jim Lad.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Pirates Next Door The Jolley-Rogers?

We love this lively, funny picture book, with its jaunty rhyming text, richly detailed illustrations and wonderfully eccentric pirate family. Matilda’s friendship with Jim Lad offers a gentle way to explore prejudice, kindness and looking beyond appearances, while the treasure-hunt elements and visual jokes make this especially enjoyable to share aloud with children who like adventure and pirates. The story is fairly long for a picture book, so perhaps not a choice at the end of a tiring day...

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What is The Pirates Next Door The Jolley-Rogers about?

When the Jolley-Rogers, a lively pirate family, dock their ship in the quiet town of Dull-on-Sea, the neighbours are abuzz with gossip. Young Matilda befriends Jim Lad, the pirate boy next door, despite the adults' disapproval. As the pirates set sail again, the townsfolk discover they've left behind buried treasure in every garden. While the neighbours rejoice, Matilda finds her own special treasure — a new pen pal.

About the author

Jonny Duddle is a British author and illustrator who loves drawing quirky characters and telling exciting stories. He is best known for his popular picture books like 'The Pirates Next Door' and 'The Pirate Cruncher'. Jonny’s books are full of adventure, fun, and amazing artwork that inspire children to use their imagination.

Discussion ideas around The Pirates Next Door The Jolley-Rogers

New neighbours: How do the people of Dull-on-Sea react when the Jolley-Rogers arrive, and what makes Matilda see them differently?

Judging by appearances: Why do the grown-ups make assumptions about the pirates? Can you think of a time when someone might seem different but turn out to be friendly?

Friendship: What do Matilda and Jim Lad enjoy about being friends, even though their families and lives are very different?

A town that changes: How does the arrival of the pirates change Dull-on-Sea, and which changes do you think are good for the town?

Treasure: What makes Matilda’s special treasure different from the treasure found in the gardens, and which kind of treasure would you choose?