A pirate-packed picture book about the arrival of a new sibling - with real lift-the-flap letters! Author, Dawn Mcniff, perfectly voices Jay and his antics paired with swash-buckling mischief and humour from The Leaf Thief illustrator, Nicola Slater.
There's a new baby at home, and Jay isn't sure about her AT ALL. There's only one option - for Jay to run away with the pirates! Sounds fun and full of adventure, right? Well, Jay's letters home soon reveal life on the ship isn't all pirate parties, sea shanties and pieces of eight. . . In fact, perhaps a little sister isn't so bad? And maybe Jay would rather come home after all?
This funny, pirate-tastic story is told entirely through letters between Jay and his family - with six fold-out letters to open and look inside. Along with Nicola Slater's artwork bringing lashings of character to every scene, this picture book is one to treasure! Perfect for fans of Emma Yarlett's Dragon Post, The Jolly Postman and Meerkat Mail.
Using clever paper-engineering, there are six differently-shaped, fold-out letters for little hands to open and peek inside - from postcards to pirate party hats!Humorous and light-hearted storytelling from Dawn McNiff (Smiley Eyes, Smiley Faces) is accompanied by hilarious and stylish artwork from Nicola Slater (The Leaf Thief, Charlie Chooses, Jonathan the Magic Pony).The perfect picture book for anyone welcoming a new baby into the family.With focus on letter-writing and a 'write a letter to the pirate captain' activity at the back of the book, this makes the perfect classroom companion.Cover treatment: matt lam and spot UV. 
