Customer Reviews

1001 Pirate Things to Spot (1001 Things to Spot)

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The "1001 things to spot" series by Usborne has been a huge hit in our family with both our boys. Each book in the series has a number of pages with things to look for in the pictures. They keep kids entertained for hours and are also great for teaching counting and for building vocabulary. The variation in the pictures sparks lots of discussion about what country this town may be in, or which era this "long ago" image may be from.

Having said that, "1001 Pirate Things" was a disappointment to me. Unlike many of the other books in the series, each page features a very similar illustration (invariably a marginally different pirate ship) and it feels very repetitive. Both my sons got bored with this book and so did I. I know that there are boys out there who totally obsess on pirates and it would be wonderful for them. But unless your child fits that description, I would try one of the other books in the series instead.

We have several of these 1001 Things books in my classroom.
The illustrations are detailed and colorful.
The topics of each page are engaging and add tons of vocabulary!
It's not just look for dogs, cats, and cows, instead it is more like
"find kiwi birds, okapi, and civit cats."

There are extra puzzle clues and things to do at the back of each book.

I picked this book up at a used book store for my 4 year old daughter and have only regretted not looking for more while I was there!

My daughter and I both ADORE this book. Each scene is unique and the illustrations vivid. What I love is that there is so much more to look at in each scene than just the items you're supposed to find.

I appreciate that each "find" item has a picture (great for kids who aren't reading yet), a number, and the written name of the item. The pictures are amusing and keep us laughing. This is a definite.

After seeing this at our Pediatricians office, we had to order it. It is a very colorful, fun book... it can occupy a 3 year old for quite some time. We have enjoyed watching her count all the items over and over...

Poor job of spacing out objects to be looked for. Too many grouped together. Think someone of crawling age could figure this book out.