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    Captain No Beard Picture Book Series Spotlight

    Bianca SchulzeBy 7 Mins Read Ages 4-8 Picture Books


    The Children’s Book Review 

    Hey, Landlubbers! It’s time to get your sea legs ready for Talk Like a Pirate Day …

    Whether you identify with bucko, buccaneer, hearties, lad, lass, matey, scallywag, swashbuckler, or simply *pirate*, Captain No Beard and his crew are the perfect pals for you! This year, talk like a Pirate Day is celebrated on September 19, 2019.

    About The Captain No Beard Books
    CaptainNoBeardCaptain No Beard: An Imaginary Tale Of A Pirate’s Life

    Captain No Beard and his pirate ship The Flying Dragon set sail for a voyage of the imagination with his fearless crew of four: First Mate Hallie, Mongo the Monkey, Linus the loudmouthed lion, and Fribbit the floppy frog. Normally a young boy named Alexander, his cousin Hallie, and three stuffed animals, once they board his bed their world is transformed into a magical vessel, sailing the seven seas on dangerous and exciting adventures! Captain No Beard – An Imaginary Tale of a Pirate’s Life named to Kirkus Reviews’ BEST OF 2012 for Children’s Indie Books, and garnered the star of remarkable merit! “Roman charms with an imaginative,whimsical picture book that will entertain even the oldest pirates.” Kirkus Review

    Pepper-Parrots-Problem-with-PatiencePepper Parrot’s Problem With Patience

    The crew of the Flying Dragon are sailing again. This time, new crewmember, Pepper Parrot is having a hard time keeping up with the drills. Captain No Beard and his mates join together to help Pepper achieve her goals with patience and tolerance.

    StuckInTheDoldrumsStuck In The Doldrums: A Lesson In Sharing

    When the wind stops blowing, Captain No Beard and his crew, including First Mate Hallie, Linus the Lion, Fribbet the Frog, Mongo the Monkey and Polly the Parrot, are stuck on a desert island. Maroon with nothing to do, they begin to play and enjoy themselves. However, Captain No Beard has other ideas, bossing his crew around and making playtime cheerless for everyone. Soon, Captain No Beard decides he has had enough and storms off. When his ship is attacked by a giant squid, he realizes he needs his crew more than ever. Captain No Beard and his crew show young readers that’s it’s important to cooperate and share your belongings. The crew teaches us that if you want to have friends, then you must be a friend too.

    strangers on the high seas coverStrangers On The High Seas

    Captain No Beard and the crew of the Flying Dragon welcome a new crew member, when Cabin Girl Cayla joins the ship. Responsible for his little sister, Captain No Beard is not very happy because he finds his newest charge a distraction. When faced with danger, the captain must find a way to escape. While learning valuable lessons about strangers, the crew realized not to judge somebody because they are young or small. Strength comes in all sizes!

    The Treasure of Snake Island: A Captain No Beard StoryThe Treasure Of Snake Island

    After a fierce battle with a storm, the crew goes in search of treasure. Alexander, that is, Captain No Beard uses a map to locate it on the ominous sounding Snake Island. Bravely they dig until they find the best treasure ever!
     

    The Crew Goes Coconuts!: A Captain No Beard Story Volume 6 By Carole P. RomanThe Crew Goes Coconuts

    There is a storm brewing on the Flying Dragon, and it’s not about the weather. When the crew finds themselves parched and not enough juice to go around, blame falls on Matie the goat, Hallie’s friend. Divided, they square off, ready for a fight and Captain No Beard must teach his crew that not only is bullying wrong, they must learn to value and respect each and every member of the crew. Watch the crew of the Flying Dragon learn an important lesson about being a true friend.

    Captain No Beard and the Aurora Borealis By Carole P. RomanCaptain No Beard And The Aurora Borealis

    Captain No Beard and his crew of loyal pirates heave anchor for another adventure, this time in the icy waters of the Arctic. Captain No Beard’s steering a course due north, sailing by the light of the North Star. Everyone on the crew wonders what the captain’s up to, especially as he gets embarrassed when they ask. When the captain finally admits his plan, the crew discovers he plans to steal the aurora borealis, the beautiful northern lights that brighten the arctic sky. They’re all shocked. They may be pirates, but even they know stealing is bad. Besides, how can anyone steal the lights from the sky? A charming, engaging tale about doing what’s right, Captain No Beard and the Aurora Borealis is the latest installment in Carole P. Roman’s award-winning pirate series. The first book, Captain No Beard—an Imaginary Tale of a Pirate’s Life, received the Kirkus Reviews Best of 2012 award and the Star of Remarkable Achievement. The series presents real-life problems in an imaginary setting and encourages discussion with both parents and educators.

    Fribbet the Frog and the Tadpoles by Carole P RomanFribbet The Frog And The Tadpoles

    Fribbet’s gone missing! The crew searches for the excitable frog and finally find him troubled and crying in the stern. Fribbet is very upset, and it’s up to Captain No Beard and the crew to find out what’s wrong. Fribbet the Frog and the Tadpoles is another great voyage into problem solving and friendship, as well as an adventurous trip into the imagination. Join the Captain No Beard and his friends as they learn the value of sharing our troubles with others and that help is always there when we need it.

    Captain No Beard A Flag for the Flying DragonA Flag For The Flying Dragon

    It’s business as usual on the Flying Dragon. Their mission is to find a flag for the ship. Captain No Beard sighs, “Being a captain is hard work,” as he watches the busy crew preparing the vessel for their next adventure. Polly is giving out pretzels; Linus is polishing a lamp. Matie is cracking coconuts, Cayla is stuffing holes, and Hallie is swabbing the deck. High overhead, trouble is brewing, and it is not the weather. Mongo does not want any help from the newest crew member, and it is creating a hurricane of a mess on board. The team must come together and find a task that will fit Zachary without interfering with their own fun. On the way, they acquire a flag that will unite them as both friends and crew. Join the problem-solving crew of the Flying Dragon as they find a flag for their ship and a job for Zach.

    Being A Captain is Hard Work- A Captain No Beard StoryBeing A Captain Is Hard Work

    Captain No Beard is determined to travel to Dew Rite Volcano. He won’t listen when Mongo predicts a storm or Linus indicates they are headed in the wrong direction. He insists Polly cook in the galley even though the seas are getting rough. What’s a crew to do with a stubborn, know-it-all captain? Will they convince the captain he is barreling headlong into danger, or will Captain No Beard jeopardize both his safety and the crew’s with his single-minded determination to go where he wants?

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    About Carole P. Roman

     

    Carole P Roman
    Carole P Roman

    Carole P. Roman is the award winning author of the nonfiction series of children’s books, If You Were Me and Lived in … . The first title in the collection, If You Were Me and Lived in…Mexico, won the Pinnacle Award for Best in Children’s Nonfiction in 2012. If You Were Me and Lived in…Russia and If You Were Me and Lived in…France were finalists in the Indie Fab Foreword Review Book of the Year. Norway and South Korea have also been named as Book of the Year with Rebecca’s Reads and Children’s Reader’s View Book of the Year. Roman has also found success with her Captain No Beard children’s books. Her debut, Captain No Beard: An Imaginary Tale of a Pirate’s Life, was named a Kirkus Best of 2012, received a Star of Exceptional Merit, and won the Pinnacle Award in 2012. Roman lives on Long Island with her husband and very near her children.

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    What to Read Next:

    1. Stuck in the Doldrums: A Lesson in Sharing: A Captain No Beard Story — Dedicated Review
    2. The Treasure of Snake Island: A Captain No Beard Story | Dedicated Review
    3. The Crew Goes Coconuts: A Captain No Beard Story: Book 6 | Dedicated Review
    4. Captain No Beard and the Aurora Borealis, by Carole P. Roman | Dedicated Review

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    Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.

    111 Comments

    1. Marilyn Wall on

      This would be amazing to add to grandsons reading nook
      We love books and building legos too
      He is my little pirate for sure

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    3. Mary W on

      I am excited to win this for my lads and lassies, pirates and buccaneers who are my Grands. They love books, Legos and all things Pirate so this is the perfect gift for them!

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    7. Anne on

      i would love these wonderful books for my grandson who would treasure them. He is an avid reader and loves this collection.

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    10. Tina McLean on

      These books would be great for my grandson, he is 9 years old, he has autism and has started to read about 6 months ago, his favorite thing is Legos, this would be awesome.

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    11. Pauline Milner on

      I am a Lass who would love to enjoy this prize package with my two little pirates, Cameron and Patrick! Thanks for the awesome giveaway opportunity!

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    12. Linda A Gawthrop on

      I have dressed up as a pirate but most would consider me just a lass. I am excited about this giveaway because I am familiar with the author and love her work.

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    13. Carol Luciano on

      I can be everyone of them when all the grandkids visit lol. But my youngest grandsons, I’d say one is a pirate & the other is a scallywag. This is an amazing giveaway for any child. I know my grandsons love Legos and this series. Thanks for the wonderful opportunity.

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    16. patricia caradonna on

      I am simply pirate and would love to win for my grand kids so we can enjoy playing Legos together and reading bedtime stories. I would keep the Target gc just for me.

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    20. Gina Ferrell on

      I’m a hearty for sure! I would love to win this giveaway for my Godchild. He loves to read and I love Target it’s my favorite place to shop.

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    22. Darlene Owen on

      I am more of a lass, I’m excited for these books as my granddaughter loves to be read to and is just starting to read herself.

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    27. Ronald Oliver on

      Awesome giveaway! I would love to win this for my 6 year old grandson!And I would consider myself a friendly guy, so I’m a “Matey”! 🙂 Thanks for the chance!

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    36. Beth T. on

      I’m a definite scalawag, the verging on black-sheep auntie who would love to share this series with the little buccaneers in our family who have already gotten a taste of Ms. Roman’s talents and are big fans.

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    37. Denise Menchaca on

      Urrrrrrrr!! From Tampa Bay Buccaneer town my kids are already excited about anything pirate. I would love to have reading material to add to this love of all things pirate!!!

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    38. Heather Weinstock on

      I’m just a small town lass in this lonely sea. I’m taking the pirate ship to anywhere. Waiting for that city matey, born in South Atlantic….Don’t …Stop…Sailing. High tides, big waves going everywhere.

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    53. Debbie Welchert on

      These sound like such great and fun books to read. My grandson would love reading this books. What a great way to use his imagination.

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    54. Karley Moore on

      I’m a lass and my grandson is a pirate. We play pretend pirates all the time. Thanks for the super fun giveaway!!

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    61. Karen Propes on

      I’m a Matey. I would love to win for my Grandchildren. They would love adding this to their collection, the books are perfect for them. They are always together creating things and enjoying life. This would be great to spend the day with them putting everything together and reading. Thanks for the chance.

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