A brief history of the golden age of pirates and of others who lived and worked on the seas. Coloring pages for artists of all ages on quality paper stock. Fun puzzles and other activities to keep your brain busy. The kinds of navigational equipment and weapons used by pirates and other sailors hundreds of years ago. Tall tales about pirates’ and mariners’ lives at the time (some of which may actually be true). Profiles of famous men and women pirates and privateers who roamed the seas, a few of whom were considered “good guys.” The origin of some interesting expressions sill used today. How pirates really talked (it probably isn’t like you think) and topics of discussion for parents and child readers.