Top-rated books by Alison Gilligan
Books like Alison Gilligan’s
Award winning
Pirate Adventure
Lily Murray, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Exciting pirate-themed adventure sparks imagination.
Characters demonstrate teamwork and leadership qualities.
Enhances vocabulary through engaging narrative.
Encourages curiosity and historical knowledge.

Pirate Adventure
Lily Murray, 2022
Award winning
Pirate Mutiny (Time Hunters) (Book 5)
Chris Blake, 2014
176 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey through time fuels imagination.
Characters display teamwork and resilience.
Encourages historical interest and learning.
Ideal for enhancing children's reading skills.

Pirate Mutiny (Time Hunters) (Book 5)
Chris Blake, 2014
Billy Bones: Beyond the Grave
David H. Burton, 2012
100 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure for middle-grade readers.
Teaches valuable life lessons through storytelling.
Fosters creativity and imagination in young minds.
Encourages empathy and understanding between characters.

Billy Bones: Beyond the Grave
David H. Burton, 2012
Award winning
Polly Parrot Picks a Pirate
Peter Bently, Penny Dann, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging tale of adventure and friendship.
Enhances language skills and creative thinking.
Introduces concepts of teamwork and decision-making.
Perfect for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Polly Parrot Picks a Pirate
Peter Bently, Penny Dann, 2015
Award winning
Small Knight and George and the Pirates
Ronda Armitage, Arthur Robins, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story boosts children's imagination and creativity.
Introduces teamwork values, enhancing social and emotional skills.
Captivating illustrations engage and maintain young readers’ attention.
Supports language development through rich, descriptive vocabulary.

Small Knight and George and the Pirates
Ronda Armitage, Arthur Robins, 2012
Award winning
A Pirate's Life for Me
Brownie Macintosh, Julie Thompson, Patrick O'Brien, 1981
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story boosts curiosity and imaginative play.
Characters display teamwork, leadership, and resilience.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Interactive elements engage young readers actively.

A Pirate's Life for Me
Brownie Macintosh, Julie Thompson, Patrick O'Brien, 1981
Are You the Pirate Captain?
Gareth P. Jones, Garry Parsons, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative boosts problem-solving skills.
Colorful illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Promotes leadership and teamwork values.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Are You the Pirate Captain?
Gareth P. Jones, Garry Parsons, 2016
Award winning
Pinkbeard's Revenge (4) (The Adventures of Jo Schmo)
Greg Trine, Frank W. Dormer, 2013
128 pages
Why to read
Action-packed adventure stimulates imagination and creativity.
Engaging narrative promotes literacy and focus in kids.
Humorous tone ensures enjoyable and relatable reading.
Encourages values like bravery and problem-solving.
