Who Was Blackbeard?

Though much of his early life remains a mystery, Blackbeard most likely began his life as Edward Teach in the sailing port of Bristol, England. He began his career as a hired British sailor during Queen Anne's War. Learn more about his life!

Discovery Questions

After your child receives and reads this book, Discuss one or more of the following questions to help him/her make connections and build comprehension.

• Blackbeard acquired many things, but he often did it by taking things he should not have. When have you taken something you should not have? Write about it. Share it with a parent.
• Blackbeard had to outsmart his enemies. What other character had to outsmart someone? Compare the two using a Venn diagram.
• Blackbeard did almost "go straight" at one time. What are the benefits of helping someone change their ways? What could happened if it works? What could happen if it doesn't work? Talk about this with a parent.
• Blackbeard did not enter his life intending to be a pirate. Pretend that he was good at something like cooking instead of pirating. Write his story as that kind of person. Share it with a parent.

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