How to Spot a Mermaid
Would you like to spot a mermaid? If so, you will need a few supplies and a great deal of patience.
As we learn in these informative illustrated pages, mermaids are very shy and do not make friends easily. But if you find a place near the water, sit very still, and are willing to share your Goldfish crackers, you just might be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of one. And who knows . . . there may even be a mermaid, somewhere, hoping to catch a glimpse of you, too!
Mermaid fans and science-minded young readers alike will love thestep-by-step guidance in How to Spot a Mermaid, a clever how-to book that celebrates the magic in the world around us and helps us to let our imaginations run wild and swim the line between reality and fiction.
Perfect for:
- Young readers who love mermaid tales and nature books
- Parents and grandparents looking for books that spark imagination and curiosity
- Educators looking for books that model fieldwork, observational science, and STEM themes in a fun way
- Fans of Jane Yolen books, including the How Do Dinosaurs series, Owl Moon, and What To Do With a Box
- Fans of books illustrated by Sally Deng, including Warrior Princess: The Story of Khutulun and Jella Lepman and Her Library of Dreams
- Readers who love How to Catch a Mermaid, The World of Emily Windsnap, and The Little Mermaid Stories
Sally Deng is an author-illustrator of books for children. Her illustrations have appeared in various publications and media outlets, including the New York Times, The Atlantic, and NPR. In her free time, she enjoys hiking alongside rivers, camping next to lakes, and surfing in the ocean. She has not seen a mermaid . . . yet.