My Dad Thinks He's a Pirate

My Dad Thinks He's a PirateBy: Katrina Germein Illustrator: Tom Jellett Why are Dads pirate jokes funny? Because they arrr in this pun filled, giggle worthy tribute to the paternal comedians among us. Captain Dad and his crew are having a day at the ocean, and of course Dad is bringing his treasure chest of jokes. Aye aye, you say? Just one eye, Dad corrects, pointing to his patch. Why does he like to eat on the beach? Because of the sand which is there, he explains. Whether

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