HELEN DOCHERTY has spent most of her career as a language teacher, most recently specializing in Spanish. THOMAS DOCHERTY studied metalwork and sculpture at college before becoming an illustrator of children's books. You can visit them at helen.docherty.com and thomasdocherty.co.uk. Helen and Thomas live in Wales with their two young daughters.
Some challenging vocabulary serves to enhance children's understanding of new words, and the overall message places books and reading in a position of great importance...[A] perfect addition to school and library curricula for elementary school aged readers. - School Library Journal Secure the mainsail and set a course for a howling good adventure. - Kirkus Reviews Overall, a charming high-seas adventure that ties in reading and the power of following your dreams, PIRATE NELL'S TALE TO TELL is sure to delight young readers. - Olivia Farr,YA and Kids Books Central A fantastic read aloud for the school library and especially during Talk Like A Pirate Day reading celebrations. - Youth Services Book Review