KidZone Maritime History of Blackbeard the Pirate
The Skull and Bones Sea Shanty

Blackbeard, born Edward Teach, became one of the most feared pirates of the early 18th century. His legend continues to capture imaginations.

The Golden Age of Piracy

During the late 1600s and early 1700s, piracy flourished due to:

• Economic Hardship: Many sailors turned to piracy for survival and wealth.
• Colonial Expansion: Increased trade routes offered more opportunities for plunder.
• War and Unemployment: Wars left many sailors without work, pushing them toward piracy.
• Learn about the Golden Age of Piracy
• Famous Pirates from History coloring pages

Blackbeard’s Infamy

Blackbeard's ship, the Queen Anne's Revenge, and his blockade of Charleston are key highlights. His fearsome appearance, enhanced by lighting fuses in his beard, struck terror into his enemies.

• Learn about Blackbeard

Storytelling: Blackbeard and "Skull and Bones" Sea Shanty by Home Free

• Storytelling: "Skull and Bones" offers a glimpse into the daily life and mentality of pirates. The lyrics convey the danger, camaraderie, and rebellion that defined the pirate era.
  • Here’s an excerpt:
    
    From outcast to kingpin
    Was born up on the sea
    Ne'er was meant to walk the land
    A pirate's life for me
    Avast ye whining, up the sails
    Don't speak to mutiny
    Or find yourself a'wantin' quarter
    Bottom of the sea
  read all the lyrics at Skull and Bones Coloring Pages
• Stories:
  • Stories: Blackbeard
  • Stories: Lieutenant Robert Maynard
  • Stories: Thomas

Activities

Blackbeard Coloring Pages

Pirate Crafts for Kids

Pirate Vocabulary Printables

Skull and Bones Sea Shanty Coloring Pages

 

Fun Facts

• Blackbeard’s iconic beard often had slow-burning fuses tied into it.
• The wreck of the Queen Anne's Revenge was discovered in 1996.