About This Book
In 'T.J. and the Pirate who Wouldn't Go Home,' young T.J. finds his life turned upside down when his Uncle Ainsley's time machine accidentally transports Captain Billy, a pirate from 1690, into their contemporary world. The real fun begins when Captain Billy, charmed by modern conveniences and delights, decides he'd rather stay than return to his own time. This chapter book is a delightful blend of science fiction, adventure, and humor, exploring the culture clash between a swashbuckling pirate and suburban life. It's perfect for children aged 4-11, offering a fast-paced, entertaining read that sparks imagination and laughter.
T.J.'s eccentric Uncle Ainsley builds a time machine that accidently brings a pirate from 1690 to the present, and the pirate, Captain Billy, is having such a good time in the modern world that he refuses to return to his own time.
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What do you think Captain Billy found most surprising or exciting about the modern world?
2
If you could bring someone from the past to today, who would it be and what would you show them?
3
How did T.J. and his uncle try to convince Captain Billy to go home? What other ideas might have worked?
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What are some of the challenges Captain Billy faced trying to fit in, and how did he handle them?
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