How to Spot a Mermaid

by Jane Yolen

Sally Deng (Illustrator)

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From award-winning and beloved author Jane Yolen, this delightful picture book is a funny and endearing field guide to the unique world of mermaids.

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
  • ISBN10 1452182736
  • ISBN13 9781452182735
  • Publish Date 5 June 2025
  • Publish Status Forthcoming
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Chronicle Books
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 40
  • Language English