Jack Plank Tells Tales facts for kids
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| Author | Natalie Babbitt |
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| Country | United States |
| Genre | Children's book |
| Publisher | Scholastic, Inc. |
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Publication date
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2007 |
Jack Plank Tells Tales is a fun children's book written by Natalie Babbitt. She is a famous author who won a special award called the Newbery Medal. This book came out in 2007 and was her first new novel in 25 years! It was published by Scholastic, Inc..
The story is about a pirate named Jack Plank. But he is not your typical tough pirate! Jack is kind and not very good at being a pirate. This makes it hard for him to find a job that fits his gentle nature.
About the Book
Jack Plank Tells Tales is a collection of connected stories. They all follow Jack Plank as he tries to find his place in the world. He is a pirate who struggles with the usual pirate activities.
Natalie Babbitt is well-known for her imaginative children's books. This novel shows her unique storytelling style. It explores themes of finding your purpose and being true to yourself.
What People Thought
The book received great reviews from critics. Booklist magazine gave it a "starred review" in April 2007. A starred review means it was highly recommended.
The School Library Journal also gave the book a very positive review. Readers and critics enjoyed the humor and the kind character of Jack Plank.
