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Wee Granny's Magic Bag and the Pirates

Elizabeth McKay author Maria Bogade illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Floris Books

Published:17th May '18

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Wee Granny's Magic Bag and the Pirates cover

Get ready for excitement and surprises as Wee Granny (Scotland's very own Mary Poppins!) and her magic tartan bag set off on another adventure.

Wee Granny is going on holiday with Emily and Harry to Arran but they've missed the ferry. Don't worry; Wee Granny's got just the thing in her magic bag -- a rowing boat!

But shiver me timbers, on their journey Wee Granny and the children meet Captain Shoogle and his pirate crew.

Does Wee Granny have anything in her magic bag to help the pirates find their buried treasure? You'll never guess what unbelievable thing she'll pull out next!

The third book in the hugely popular Wee Granny's Magic Bag series is a hilarious tartan-Jolly Rodger mash-up with plenty of fun for pirates and landlubbers alike. Turn each page to reveal a brilliant mix of colourful illustrations and an exciting story full of surprises!

'[A] rollicking tale of adventure, magic, pirates, and one extraordinary small tartan bag!... I really enjoyed this book, dripping as it is with imagination and adventure. There is much to be said for a wholesome tale like this and I will be keeping an eye out for the further adventures of Wee Granny.'
-- Early Years Educator Magazine

'This book has everything a child who loves stories could ask for - loveable characters, packed with adventure and excitement and... pirates! The story is gloriously heartwarming and thrilling and is sure to keep little ones entertained from beginning to end.'
-- Delightful Book Reviews

Praise for Wee Granny and the Ceilidh:

'Maw Broon meets Mary Poppins in this cheerful story for young readers.'
-- School Library Association

Praise for Wee Granny's Magic Bag:

'A simple, affectionate story that will undoubtedly meet with demands for repeat readings -- Scottish brogue required.'
-- Booklist Online (USA)

ISBN: 9781782504757

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 172g

32 pages