Site of the week: Pirateology

Templar publishing's 'Ology' tomes (Wizardology, Dragonology, Egyptology) are justifiably renowned for their inventiveness, high production values and general sense of fun. The latest book in the series, Pirateology, with its inlaid compass in the front cover, thick pages and wealth of treasure to plunder inside, does not disappoint - and neither does the accompanying website. As well as background information on the book, there is enough extra material to keep pirate-obsessed kids occupied whether they are lucky enough to have a copy of the book (it's not cheap...) or not. There are buccaneer games in the fun section along with downloads such as a nautical wordsearch, plus a treasure hunt with a top prize of an antique ship's compass.