Polly's Piralympics
A series of chapter books for 6 – 12 year olds incorporating themes of:
- It’s OK to be different
- Bullying
- Pirates
Ahoy me hearties, welcome aboard the Polly’s Piralympics Series. Here you’ll meet the scallywag crews who compete for gold in the Pirates Paralympic. Discover how they deal with bullying, cheating, global warming, disabilities, diversity and mistrust, and turn enemies into friends.
Set around the world, with the help of the Inuits, Dracula Parrots and marine creatures like Octy, Sheela the Shark and Wally the Whale, these fast-paced books create a new pirate world for their young readers.
Shiver me timbers, if it ain’t Baby Polly the Parrot.
Born with only one eye, she is abducted by two-legged destroyers from her home in Africa and sent to Scotland. There she finds herself in a pet shop where the horrible child-two-legged destroyers & tease and bully her. Then, one day, in walks Captain Hake, a Pirate and rescues her. He takes her on board his pirate ship, there she learns everything about running a pirate ship and becomes a pirate. At first, she is bullied by crew members as she cannot fly, but Captain Hake soon sorts them out as he has ZERO tolerance for bullies on board his ship.
Polly the Parrot is not the only animal on board the Thistle. Polly the Parrot meets Jolly Roger the Rat and they become good friends. One day they play a game of Hide and Seek…
Shiver Me Timbers, Polly’s Back!
Polly and the crew of the Thistle spot Captain Blackbeard’s ship, the Queen Anne’s Revenge, long thought lost, floating out at sea. They board her and discover she is deserted.
Below decks, Take finds a bottle with a parchment inside it, and not realising it’s Blackbeard’s treasure map, he takes it.
What is on the parchment inside the bottle?
Do Polly and Captain Hake find the treasure?
Treasure is in the eye of the beholder. What kind of treasure do you think would be useful to pirates?
Ahoy, Mateys!
Let’s set sail on a thrilling adventure with Polly the Parrot, and Captain Hake’s diverse crew of pirates. Joined by other multicultural crews from across the globe, they embark on their very own Paralympic Games – Polly’s Piralympics!
In this heartwarming tale, you’ll meet an extraordinary bunch of swashbucklers from bagpipe-playing Scottish Pirates to Abba-singing Viking Pirates, tattooed Maori Pirates, yellow-turbaned Indian Pirates, guitar-playing Cowboy American Pirates, and Vuvuzela-blowing Zulu Pirates, each bringing their unique talents to the competition in pursuit of the coveted GOLD!
However, these pirates aren’t your ordinary buccaneers – although disabled, they’re each equipped with new prosthetic blades, arms, and wheelchairs. Witness their bravery as they compete in events like Walk the Plank Diving, showcase their acrobatic prowess in the Climb the Rigging Gymnastics, and power through an exhilarating three-legged race, among other thrilling events.
In the midst of all the action, you’ll discover why coconuts don’t make good footballs, get a taste of the culinary talents of the Pirate Chefs in their very own Masterchef Competition and learn that disability does not mean inability.
Full of humour and camaraderie, ‘Polly’s Piralympics’ is a story that celebrates inclusivity, resilience, and the power of teamwork.
Compass ready? Raise the anchor, unfurl the mainsail, we’re heading north!
Get ready for a frosty adventure like no other in Polly’s Inuit Piralympics!
Join Polly and the Pirates as they set sail to the chilly realm of Snowy Island, in the fourth instalment of this thrilling series.
As Polly and her trusty crew of Pirates arrive on Snowy Island, they quickly find themselves amidst a winter wonderland of ice and snow. But there’s no time to hibernate – it’s time to dive headfirst into the frosty fun! The pirates donning fur-lined coats and hats over their bandanas as they embark on a wild and frozen escapade.
From fishing through frosty holes in the ice to constructing cozy igloos, Polly and her pirate friends embrace the cold with the exception of Captain Kipper’s Indian crew, who find it a bit on the ch… ch… chilly side, against the stunning backdrop of the snow-covered island.
A surprise is install for the crws as the girl pirates make an entrance and join the festivities, adding a whole new dimension to the competitions.
But it’s not all smooth sailing (or sled-dragging) for Polly and her crew. The high-stakes sled race takes an unexpected twist, putting not just victory, but their safety on thin ice. With the help of the Inut, Polly and her pirate pals learn about resilience, teamwork, and the true meaning of friendship. Alongside the action-packed adventure, important themes of anti-bullying, inclusivity, and characters with disabilities are woven seamlessly into the narrative, providing valuable life lessons for young
Join Polly the Parrot and Nessie the Loch Ness Monster as they head off to Ireland for Polly’s Rainy Day Piralympics (Indoor Paralympics for Pirates)
Meet the new Jamaican crew sailing an unusual vessel; find out about the new game called Pollyopolly that all the Pirates are playing, and watch out for those pesky Leprechauns as they try to steal the Pirates GOLD
Finding a Forever Home for Richard the Rhino and the Lost Friends.
As Polly and her loyal Pirates set sail for Africa, as they embark on a mission that’s close to their hearts. The stakes are higher than ever as Polly returns to Africa to reunite with her lost friends, the animals she met on her first adventure. This time, the Pirates are determined to find a forever home for their beloved friend Richard, the rhino and to keep him safe from the threat of poachers.
In Polly Returns to Africa, readers will be swept alongside the pirates, as Polly and her crew delve deeper into their mission, they must navigate the treacherous path of thwarting poachers and protecting the animals they hold dear.
Amidst the heart-pounding action and breathtaking scenery, the Pirates discover the power of determination, unity, and the bonds of friendship. Polly’s journey back to Africa becomes more than just a quest – it’s a test of their strength and resolve as they stand up against those who threaten the precious inhabitants of the wild.