Description
On the day Class Three went to sea, they saw donkeys dancing on the quay. They saw soggy sea lions skimming stones, but they didn't see the skull and crossbones! Watch Class Three as they sail away, unaware of the pirates in their wake! Will they become helpless captives, or will they manage to outwit the fearsome crew?
"A funny, quirky story, likely to appeal to many small children. The lovely, bright colours make it very attractive." - The Bookbag
Look out for Class Two a the Zoo, voted Best Book of 2008 by thousands of children it won the Stockport Schools Book award.
Read about award winning author Julia Jarman at www.juliajarman.com
Find out more about bestselling illustrator Lynne Chapman at www.lynnechapman.co.uk
In the sequel to the award winning Class Two at the Zoo, pesky pirates plot to take over Class Three's school trip to the sea. But don't worry... rescue is at hand!
About the Author
Julia Jarman has won the Stockport Schools' Book Award twice for her lively picture book texts. Julia used to be a teacher but was encouraged to start writing by her three children who asked for 'real characters like us'. When she became a grandmother, it provided the perfect inspiration for her picture book texts. Julia often visits schools and libraries where she enjoys sharing her enthusiasm for facts and fiction.
Lynne Chapman has illustrated over 25 children's books in the last ten years. She works from her home, a Victorian house on the edge of the Peak District National Park in England where she lives with her husband. In her spare time, Lynne writes and performs poetry with her group The Electric Tomatoes.
Reviews
Thoroughly engaging * South Shields Gazette *
A funny quirky story * The Bookbag *
If you are in search of a funny book for children, look no further! * Child Education *
It's really funny and there's a giant octopus -- Huw Naylor, aged 5 * Gloucestershire Echo *
On the day Class Three went to sea, "they saw some sea lions skipping stones, but they didn't see the skull and crossbones." Sure enough, pirates with names like Pirate Booger Nose board the ship and take the ship captive to try and find treasure. But when a friendly octopus helps out, pirates don't have a chance. This book will appeal to kids on many levels. It is about pirates, which are always popular. The illustrations fill the page and are bold and fun to see, and the pirates are almost more comical in appearance than scary. The words dance across the page, using font and style to show what they mean--very fast, not very fast. It rhymes throughout, giving it a rhythm that makes it perfect for reading out loud. Children's librarians should take note, as this would be an excellent storytime book and a solid addition to any library collection. * Bay Views *
On CLASS TWO AT THE ZOO:
As a class of wide-eyed day-trippers make their way round the zoo, they fail to notice the slimy snake slithering ominously in the background. Suddenly he pounces, and devours one unsuspecting child after another. With animated illustrations, especially the snake's bulging belly as his 'dinner' wriggles inside him, there's a rising sense of suspense before the snake relinquishes his captives and slinks off to slighter another day...
A visit to the zoo turns suddenly perilous for a rambunctious class in this bouncy cautionary tale... Just the ticket for reading prior to a class trip. * Kirkus Reviews *
The anaconda in this meaty tale could possibly do with a makeover in the predictable behaviour department. Not that I'd change the story one jot. There is something immensely satisfying about a snake full of children. * The Bookseller Crow *
Overall this is a funny, quirky story w hich is likely to appeal to many small children. * The Bookbag *
If you are in search for a funny book for children, look no further! * Child Education *
Book Information
ISBN 9780340944660
Author Julia Jarman
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Hodder Children's Books
Publisher Hachette Children's Group
Weight(grams) 220g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 272mm * 8mm
