
Written and illustrated by Sam Usher
Part of the Seasons series
A boy and his granddad's picnic is interrupted by unexpected pirates.
On the hottest day of the year, a boy and his granddad embark on a picnic adventure. As the sun blazes, Granddad needs frequent rests, delaying their journey. When they finally reach the perfect spot, they find it occupied by pirates. Will they share their feast or find another way to enjoy their day? Discover how this unexpected encounter turns a simple outing into a memorable adventure.
A boy and his grandad set off on a scorching adventure in this companion to Snow and Rain. It’s the hottest day of the year, hotter than broccoli soup, hotter than the Atacama Desert, hotter than the surface of the sun. It’s just the right kind of day for a boy and his granddad to go for a picnic. But as the sun beats down, Granddad keeps having to stop for a rest, and by the time they find the perfect picnic spot, some pirates have beaten them to it. Good thing they have enough food to share!
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