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Description
The book provides information on the lives and careers of seven real-life pirates, including Henry Morgan and Blackbeard, and includes an overview of the golden age of pirating in the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. It explores how these pirates affected the history of the Caribbean and other parts of the world. The reading level is 8.3, designed for upper grade students in grades nine through twelve.
Quick Summary
Discover the real pirates behind the legends, from bloodthirsty Blackbeard to the cunning Captain Kidd, in this action-packed dive into the golden age of piracy. Kids will devour the thrilling tales of seven notorious pirates whose real lives were stranger and more dangerous than any fictional adventure. If your kid loves the historical action of the I Survived series or dreams of treasure hunts, they'll be hooked on these true stories. Perfect for curious readers in grades 5-8 who are fascinated by history's most infamous outlaws.