About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is vibrating with anticipation for a birthday or when they seem to take a perverse pride in being the 'messiest' person in the room. It is a perfect selection for children who find standard manners a bit dull and prefer their humor with a side of 'ew.' The story follows the delightfully grubby Captain Beastlie as he counts down to his birthday. While he dreams of a disgusting feast, his crew is secretly working together to pull off a surprise. Beyond the giggles at the pirate's filthy habits, the book subtly explores the concepts of patience, the passage of time, and the heartwarming realization that friends care about us even when we are at our messiest. It is an ideal read-aloud for preschoolers and early elementary students who are beginning to understand calendar countdowns and the joy of shared celebrations.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and lighthearted. There are no heavy topics. The focus on 'gross-out' humor is purely for comedic effect and is handled in a safe, fictional context.
