Pirates (Oxford Reds) [Paperback]

Chris Powling (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 6, 2003 | Series: Oxford Reds

Each book in the Oxford Reds series is on a real-life subject, with a simple lively text and fully illustrated (this title is illustrated by Chris Mould). Many are written by well-known children's writers. Did you know that pirate flags were not always black and white - often they were red, meaning 'we will shed your blood without mercy!' Oxford Reds Pirates takes us through real and pretend pirates, pirate clothes, the truth and myths, as well as describing modern-day pirates! BLWritten by an author who communicates enthusiasm, passion and understanding for the subject. Chris Powling He has been a head teacher and a lecturer in English and has contributed to Radio 4. He has had very many children's books published, including the Harry series for A & C Black and Sharks in the Oxford Reds series. Chris won the Smarties prize for The Conker as Hard as a Diamond. BLChris Mould has illustrated for the Royal Shakespeare Company, Channel 4, West Yorkshire Playhouse and has had books published by a variety of authors. Chris's first books for OUP were the popular Hank the Clank series. He has since gone on to adapt and illustrate popular classics for children. .

Editorial Reviews

Review

`A series for newly confident readers, the Oxford Reds cover popular subjects with clear type, simple sentences, information boxes and realistic illustrations. Twelve titles will appear this year.' The Children's Bookseller

`Both these series have an inviting format, pack in lots of information and are good value. They cover popular topics, but are so well written and illustrated that they match the competition."' TES

`Information books with text modified for 'newly confident' readers are always welcome, provided that the content is not simplified to the extent that it is rendered tame and bland. This series avoids that pitfall. The books are easy to read, have colour illustration throughout, and contain lively interesting information I cannot wait to try them out on my little group of second-class boys in a learning support programme.' Children's Books in Ireland

About the Author

Chris Powling was born in London where he still lives with his wife, Jan. They have two daughters. He has been a head teacher and a lecturer in English and has contributed to Radio 4. He has had very many children's books published, too numerous to list, including the Harry series for A and C Black, Sharks in the Oxford Reds series. Chris won the Smarties prize for The Conker as Hard as a Diamond. Chris Mould was born in Bradford and has lived and worked there all his life. He has illustrated for the Royal Shakespeare Company, Channel 4, West Yorkshire Playhouse and has had books published by a variety of authors. Chris's first books for OUP were the popular Hank the Clank series. He has since gone on to adapt and illustrate popular classics for children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Oxford Childrens (November 6, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0199108439
• ISBN-13: 978-0199108435
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 4.9 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 ounces

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