Book details

  • Genre:children's fiction
  • Sub-genre:Action & Adventure / Pirates
  • Age Range (years):3 - 12
  • Language:English
  • Pages:48
  • Hardcover ISBN:9780999690000

The Day the Pirates Raided Gramma's House

By Sharon Kay Himes Lomax

Overview


In this delightful poetic adventure, a group of young children learn to use their imagination for a day of fun after a surprise snowstorm interrupts their plans at Gramma's house.
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Description


When a surprise snowstorm arrives at Gramma's, a group of young children learn to use their imagination to create a new plan for fun! Based on a true story, the children, dressed up in their pirate garb, plan a day of fun and swashbuckling adventure at their favorite farm. Acres of land allow for plenty of playful times as they count treasure, make swords, have epic battles, eat grub and drink lemonade until dark. "The Day the Pirates Raided Gramma's House" is a delightful, energetic, and easy-to-read children's poem that both entertains and gently imparts a valuable life lesson.
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About The Author


Sharon Kay Himes Lomax grew up enjoying fun times at the lovely beaches and amusement parks in Southern California during the 1960's and 70's. She attended university before marrying the love her life in 1979. Eventually, life brought a larger and ever-growing family as the couple moved to Colorado, their five children met and married spouses, and grandchildren were born and welcomed. While living on a a mini farm called Treasured Acres, Sharon and her husband enjoyed fifteen acres of gently rolling hills, ponderosa pines, and alpine meadows. The acreage along with the goats, chickens, dogs, cats, and plenty of wildlife gave the grandchildren room to roam while making memories on every visit. Inspired by her grandchildren and their many antics and adventures, Sharon began to write down the true stories of happenings on Treasured Acres Farm while earning the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Communication. The 2020s brought an exciting family move to the beach in Florida. Sharon continues to write, inspired by her family and God's creation, now including adventures on and around Treasured Acres Farm by the Sea. She loves capturing the wonder of relationships, the miracle of nature, and communicating life-giving messages for children and their parents.
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