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Mermaids Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
240 books about mermaids
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Usborne Reading
The Little Mermaid
Alan Marks
For the child grappling with the idea of giving up something important to follow their heart or find where they truly be
Ages 5–8
Hair Stories
Don't Touch My Hair!
Sharee Miller
A young girl finds creative ways to outrun curious hands in this lighthearted lesson on asking for permission and respec
Ages 4–8
Emily Windsnap #7
Emily Windsnap and the Falls of Forgotten Island
Liz Kessler
For the child who loves imagining secret worlds and navigating the tricky balance between keeping promises to friends an
Ages 8–12
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Peter Pan #1
Peter Pan
J.M. Barrie
For the child who is hesitant about growing up or leaving the magic of childhood behind. This classic tale celebrates th
Ages 8–12
A Book of Sea Legends
Michael Brown
For the child who feels the pull of the tides, these classic myths and eerie tales explore the mysteries hidden beneath
Ages 9–12
Astronaut Girl #2
Star Power
Cathy Hapka, Ellen Vandenberg
For the child who thrives on teamwork and group success. This gentle chapter book explores how friends can combine their
Ages 6–9
Third Grade Mermaid #1
Third Grade Mermaid
Peter Raymundo
For the child who feels overwhelmed by school subjects that don't come naturally, this underwater diary offers a humorou
Ages 7–10
Waterfire Saga #4
Sea Spell
Jennifer Donnelly
For the teen ready to claim their own power, this finale follows six friends as they face their final fears to save thei
Ages 12–18
Princess Malani #1
The Secret of the Magic Pearl
Elisa Sabatinelli
For the child enchanted by the wonders of the deep blue sea and the mysteries of hidden treasures.
Ages 4–8
Goldie Vance #2
The Hocus-Pocus Hoax
Lilliam Rivera
Curious teenager Goldie Vance teams up with a professional mentor to solve mysteries at the Florida resort where she liv
Ages 10–14
Princess Candy #1
The Marshmallow Mermaid
Michael Dahl
Halo McNightly must use magical candy to transform into sea creatures and stop a hungry mermaid living in a secret cave
Ages 8–12
Lily the Pond Mermaid
Lucy Fleming
For the child who feels the weight of big responsibilities or worries about things being perfect, Lily shows that asking
Ages 3–7
The Other Side of the Story #2
Truthfully, Something Smelled Fishy!
Jessica Gunderson
For the child who loves to debate, this funny retelling of The Little Mermaid shows how seeing things from another persp
Ages 6–9
Legends of the Sea
Rebecca Rissman, Sian Smith, Catherine Veitch, Adrian Vigliano
For the curious child who finds long books intimidating but loves monsters and mystery. This guide brings sea legends to
Ages 7–10
The World of Emily Windsnap #3
The Truth About Aaron
Liz Kessler
Hanna the mermaid has a voice like the ocean waves, but she needs Emily's help to find the confidence to sing before the
Ages 6–9
Neptune Rising Songs and Tales of the Undersea Folk
Jane Yolen
Merfolk fill these pages with song and legend, revealing the shimmering beauty and deep mysteries of life beneath the oc
Ages 9–12
Of Mermaids and Orisa #1
Skin of the Sea
Natasha Bowen
For the teen seeking their place in the world while balancing ancient duties and personal convictions. A sweeping West A
Ages 12–18
Waterfire Saga #2
Rogue Wave
Jennifer Donnelly
Ancient talismans and sea dragon nests await as Serafina and her friends race to identify a mysterious foe beneath the w
Ages 10–14
Emily Windsnap #5
Emily Windsnap and the Land of the Midnight Sun
Liz Kessler
For the child navigating the complexities of growing up and deepening friendships while discovering their own unique str
Ages 8–12
Fairytale Retellings #3
Fathomless
Jackson Pearce
A sea monster must steal a soul to become human, but she is competing for the same boy's heart as Celia, a girl with mys
Ages 12–18
The Bone Spindle #4
The Siren's Kiss
Leslie Vedder
For the teen exploring the complexities of identity while seeking a place where they truly belong, even when caught betw
Ages 12–18
The Secret Mermaid #2
Seaside Adventure
Sue Mongredien
For the child who loves the ocean and dreams of secret magic. This early chapter book builds confidence through a story
Ages 6–9
It Could Be Worse #1
It Could Be Worse
Einat Tsarfati
For the child having a 'no good, very bad day,' this hilarious tale of shipwrecked sailors shows how a change in perspec
Ages 4–8
My Pretty Mermaids #1
Wave Dancer is Missing!
M. J. Carr
Wave Dancer loves to dance so much she forgets to listen, finding herself in a tight spot during a school contest that o
Ages 6–9
