Books like Skeleton crew by Allan Ahlberg
In this lively picture book, three skeletons enjoy a joyful sailing vacation. Their carefree trip takes an unexpected turn when a band of pirates boards their boat, turning the sea adventure into a humorous and slightly spooky showdown.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Allan Ahlberg
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