Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Baby-Preschool    2. Children: Kindergarten    3. Fiction    4. Juvenile Fiction    5. Marine animals    6. Mermaids    7. Movie Tie - In    8. Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic    9. Specimens    10. Toy and movable books    11. Juvenile Fiction / General   

Reviews (8)

Not what I thought it would be
I bought this book because of all the great reviews and because I desperately wanted good mermaid art. While the book itself is very creative and cool, a lot of the art disappointed me. I was led to believe that the art in this book was beautiful and rare, so you can imagine how infuriated I was to discover that most of the art was either ugly old sculptures or beautiful paintings that I already had in other books! I spent sixty-two dollars on this sucker, and I personally don't think it was worth half that amount. Don't get me wrong; it's not a bad book perse, it's just not the extraordinary work of art I thought it would be. And don't be fooled: most of the paintings in this book are NOT rare. You can find most of them in "Mermaids: Sirens of the Sea", or "Mermaids: Magical Beings" for much better prices. If you can find this particular book for a REASONABLE price, than I definitely recommend it. Just don't make the same mistake I did and spend a ridiculously HUGE amount of money on it.

Great Book!
I ordered this book sight unseen because of the 5 star reviews.They were right, it's a great book.

A MUST FOR MERMAID COLLECTORS!!!!!
I COLLECT MERMAIDS AND THIS BOOK IS MY FAVORITE OF ALL THE MERMAID BOOKS I OWN.WHEN I FOUND IT ONLINE IT WAS SO AFFORDABLE I BOUGHT 2.GREAT GIFT IDEA!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Art & Art Instruction    2. Fiction    3. Folklore    4. Folklore & Mythology - Folklore    5. History - General    6. Mermaids    7. Mermaids and mermen   

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Neptune Rising... A Wonderful Tale of the Sea
Neptune Rising is one of those fabulous books that fascinates not only children, but adults as well. The stories themselves weave throughout your head until you too want to become one with the sea and swim with the characters. Jane Yolen transcends most authors' stories of the sea, with both new and old fables in this powerful book. I remember as a child being enthralled with her books, sitting on the floor of my public library for hours. As an adult with my own collection of her works, I escape into that same dreamworld whenever I read Neptune Rising again. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's stories, American    2. Juvenile fiction    3. Juvenile poetry    4. Mermaids    5. Mermen   

Editorial Review

What little girl doesn't secretly wish she were a mermaid? With this handbook--swimming with underwater accoutrements, including an attractive lucky-fish-charm bracelet, a pretty pearl ring, shiny earrings, and sparkly starfish hair decorations--secret mermaids (disguised as human little girls) can adorn themselves most mermaidily. This glamorous jewelry, when removed from sea storage and combined with the pink shell bikini top, makes for quite an ichthyological impression! Fishy fashion aside, the actual book is charming as well. Everyone experiences the occasional bout of stage fright--even someone as talented and lovely as Pearl, the little mermaid who has been invited to sing at the Fish King's birthday concert. Luckily, she has Lobster, the best music teacher in the whole kingdom, and Dolphin, a dear finned friend who provides her with companionship to ease her nerves. In the hours leading up to the concert Pearl is showered with gifts from marine chums (the tropical trimmings above). A fortune fish is provided to predict Pearl's success or failure, but with friends (and an outfit) like this, it's clear that the red-haired siren's song won't miss. Penny Dann, author and illustrator of the shimmering, spectacular Read more

Reviews (4)

On Our Second Copy
My daughter adores her second copy of this book; both times she slept with the "Secret Mermaid Handbook" under her pillow until the thrill faded. There's just something about mermaids that mesmerizes little girls--all that glitter I suppose. My daughter loves all the jewelry that goes with the story, though trust me--you will lose the press-on earrings very quickly. (Most of the other bits are pretty sturdy, however, particularly the little frame at the end.) The story itself is only so-so, but some of the little asides by the characters make it a bit more tolerable for the adult reading the story, and there are much worse books of this sort on the market. I know my 4 year old would give this 10 stars if she could.

A wonderful book for little girls to read over and over.
Every little girls should get this book.It is filled with beautifully illustrated pictures, very cute and an inviting story.

Bringing the sea to the shore
Gave this as a birthday gift and my niece really enjoyed it!The little activity which came with the book made the understanding of what was written more concrete. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 4-8 - Books With Items    2. Children: Kindergarten    3. Concerts    4. Fiction    5. Girls & Women    6. Juvenile Fiction    7. Mermaids    8. Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic    9. Specimens    10. Toy and movable books    11. Juvenile Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / Single Title    12. Picture books   

Subjects:  1. Children's 4-8 - Fiction - General    2. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    3. Children: Grades 2-3    4. Christmas    5. Fiction    6. Holidays & Celebrations - Christmas    7. Holidays & Festivals - Christmas    8. Juvenile Fiction    9. Mermaids    10. Princesses    11. Juvenile Fiction / Holidays & Festivals / Christmas   

Reviews (8)

GREAT
I would give the Aquamarine part of this book a 4 because.....
Not a great book
I love to read. Espeacially fantasies. I was so excited to see this book sitting on the shelf, after reading a great mermaid book I had to read more. This book was not at all intended for me. It was a story collection and none were very good. I thought a lot more work could have been added and more descriptions. I only recomend it to children in 3rd grade, though it does not have pictures for the younger. I highly suggest that if you are any older then don't read it. I disliked it a lot, the stories were really cheesy.

One of the best books i've ever read
I loved the book. I'm not a big reader. I HATE reading but this book was good.Inever could find a good book until AQUAMARIANE AND INDIGO. I think you sould read it. And or buy it. Well thats my opinon.But then, I don't know yours. HAVE A NICE DAY!!!!!!!!!!!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 9-12 - Fiction - General    2. Children: Grades 4-6    3. Fiction    4. Friendship    5. Juvenile Fiction    6. Juvenile Science Fiction / Fantasy    7. Mermaids    8. Mermaids and mermen    9. Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic    10. Social Issues - Friendship    11. Social Issues - General    12. Juvenile Fiction / General   

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This book was very interesting to read.
After a musical concert, Ariel over-hears her father, King Triton, talking to Countess Oystera and inviting her stuck-up daughter, Pearl, to stay at the palace for a while (much to the dismay of Ariel and her sisters).Ariel tries her best to put up with Pearl, but when Pearl finds out about Ariel's secret grotto, she blackmails Ariel into being her slave - or she'll tell Triton about the grotto!Ariel soon finds herself doing whatever Pearl wants, and getting in trouble in the process!She even going toEel-ectric City - at midnight!Soon Ariel is confronted with a way to get rid of Pear - Forever!But even though Pearl is always mean and nasty, can Ariel not save her?Will Triton finally find out about her grotto?(The pictures are great and fun to color too!) ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 4-8    2. Children: Grades 3-4    3. Fiction    4. General    5. Human relations    6. Juvenile Literature    7. Mermaids    8. Mermaids and mermen   

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Be aware of the ending!
I bought this book for my 2 1/2 year old because she has recently become fascinated with the Little Mermaid DVD.I was suprised to find at the end of this version of the story that the little mermaid contemplates killing the prince to save herself, but decides not to.Then she "turns to sea foam", meaning she dies.This not really the happy ending we like before bedtime.My daughter loves the illustrations, and chooses this book nearly every night.I make up a new ending each time we read the story. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    2. Children: Grades 1-2    3. Fairy tales    4. Fiction    5. Juvenile Easy Readers    6. Juvenile Fiction    7. Mermaids    8. Mermaids and mermen    9. Preschool Picture Story Books    10. Readers - Beginner    11. Juvenile Fiction / General   

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Beautiful, Eye-Catching, Stunning!!!
While the story is great for little ones, the illustrations are most FASCINATING!!!!My 2-year old daughter absolutely LOVES the pictures in this book.Beautifully done.Highly recommended!!!!

Beautiful!
Not only if this a fun story for little ones, the beautiful illistrations and added foil only make the book more enjoyable. I'd recommend this book for ages 2-5 ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Action & Adventure    2. Children's Baby - Boardbooks    3. Children: Babies & Toddlers    4. Fiction    5. Mermaids    6. Ocean   

Subjects:  1. Children: Babies & Toddlers    2. Fiction    3. Mermaids    4. Mermaids and mermen    5. Netherlands   

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A Great Book
This is one of my daughter's most treasured books.She loves the dream/fantasy of becoming a mermaid for the day, and thinking of all the things she would do in the sea.I took this story to her preschool and read it to the class.It absolutely enchanted the 3 and 4 year olds!The art is beautiful, and so is the prose.Highly recommended for kids (especially those who dream of being mermaids themselves)!

THE MERMAID
I DON'T KNOW WHY ANYONE INCLUDING CHILDREN WOULD GIVE THIS BOOK 5 STARS.THE DRAWINGS ARE PLAIN, COMMON, UNEXCEPTIONAL. THE STORY IS THE SAME.IT'S NOT EVEN A GOOD STORY FOR SMALL CHILDREN.

Let Donnatalee take you back to the beach
My four year-old daughter and I have a new favorite book!Erika Tamar's writing style is like none we've ever read.It borders on poetic, but spins a most detailed story at the same time.Her rhythm mimics theocean's, and her descriptiveness recalls childhood memories of days at thebeach.You won't just read it, you'll smell it, feel it and hear ittoo!Read more

Subjects:  1. Beaches    2. Children's 4-8 - Picturebooks    3. Children: Kindergarten    4. Fiction    5. Imagination    6. Mermaids    7. New York (N.Y.)    8. Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic    9. Sports & Recreation - General    10. Juvenile Fiction / Science Fiction, Fantasy, Magic   

Subjects:  1. Children: Grades 2-3    2. Fairy tales    3. Fiction    4. Mermaids    5. Specimens    6. Upside-down books   

Subjects:  1. Juvenile fiction    2. Mermaids   

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    2. Children: Grades 1-2    3. Fairy tales    4. Fiction    5. General    6. Mermaids   

Subjects:  1. Action & Adventure    2. Children's Baby - Boardbooks    3. Children: Babies & Toddlers    4. Fiction    5. Fishes    6. Mermaids    7. Social Situations - Emotions & Feelings    8. Specimens    9. Toy and movable books   

Subjects:  1. Children's 4-8    2. Children: Grades 1-2    3. Fairy tales    4. Fiction    5. General    6. Mermaids    7. Specimens    8. Toy and movable books   

Subjects:  1. Balls (Parties)    2. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    3. Children: Kindergarten    4. Fairy Tales & Folklore - General    5. Fiction    6. Juvenile Fiction    7. Mermaids    8. Pearls    9. Royalty (kingsqueensprincesprincessesknightsetc.)    10. Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic    11. Juvenile Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / Single Title   

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beautiful story, pictures
i first discovered this book at my school library in the third grade, and fell in love with it immediately.it is a quiet story about a meeting of worlds--deaf human and silent mermaid--anyone who is interested in mythical creatures should read this book...jane yolen has some great details about them:mermaids have a fascinating way of speaking, for instance, using bubbles; and their tears are precious.i highly recommend this book to any children who are lonely or intrigued by fairies and the like.and you must see the pictures!beautiful realistic graphite drawings. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children: Grades 4-6    2. Fiction    3. Friendship    4. Mermaids    5. People with disabilities    6. Physically handicapped