Pirates don't go to school! - Alan MacDonald

Alan MacDonald dreamed of becoming a professional footballer, but when he won a pen in a writing competition his fate was sealed. Alan has written over eighty children's books, which have been translated into many languages and won several awards. Alan also writes for TV.

"...a terrific, funny book that should offer encouragement to anyone who's feeling daunted by school."
Financial Times

"...an amusing, action packed story which shows how much fun a first day of school can be."
Story Snug

"...perfect to reassure young ones with 'first day at school' nerves."
Parents in Touch

"The perfect book to share with anxious school starters… and any little pirates looking for adventures on shore!"
Lancashire Evening Post

"...a very silly but great fun tale of a young pirate who persuades his family that he should go to school."
Teen Librarian