Pirate Stew is a fun, rhyming, and slightly frantic picture book about two siblings, Tom and Daisy, who are left with a new, very odd babysitter while their parents are away. The babysitter, it turns out, is a real-life pirate! He and his entire scurvy crew burst into the house, bringing chaos and adventure with them. The pirates decide to make their famous "pirate stew," an indescribably messy and strange concoction that involves things like socks, a goldfish bowl, and who-knows-what else. The book is full of madcap action, hilarious mishaps, and swashbuckling language. With a strong, rhythmic text, it's a great read-aloud that celebrates imagination, silliness, and the unforgettable fun of a truly disastrous—but ultimately harmless—night of adventure.
