{"product_id":"how-to-spot-a-mermaid-9781452182735","title":"How to Spot a Mermaid","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom award-winning and beloved author Jane Yolen, this delightful picture book is a funny and endearing field guide to the unique world of mermaids.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWould you like to spot a mermaid? If so, you will need a few supplies and a great deal of patience. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Mermaid fans and science-minded young readers alike will love thestep-by-step guidance in \u003ci\u003eHow to Spot a Mermaid\u003c\/i\u003e, 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFOR IMAGINATIVE EXPLORERS: Binoculars, map, pad, and pen--check. The main character who leads the way on this mermaid search is an engaged young scientist doing exciting fieldwork. She is at the ready for real-world observational science with all the tools she needs--including a sense of curiosity! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e ENVIRONMENTAL BOOK FOR KIDS: Preservation of our wilderness--and our waterways in particular--is essential, and this book makes a great, upbeat starting point for discussions of the importance and wonder of our world's natural habitats and ecosystems. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e GORGEOUS UNDERWATER WORLD: This captivating marine life book illuminates the amazing biodiversity and wonder of our world's waterways by telling the story of one curious kid's search for an ever-elusive mermaid. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Young readers who love mermaid tales and nature books \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Parents and grandparents looking for books that spark imagination and curiosity \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Educators looking for books that model fieldwork, observational science, and STEM themes in a fun way \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of Jane Yolen books, including the \u003ci\u003eHow Do Dinosaurs\u003c\/i\u003e series, \u003ci\u003eOwl Moon\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eWhat To Do With a Box\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of books illustrated by Sally Deng, including \u003ci\u003eWarrior Princess: The Story of Khutulun\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eJella Lepman and Her Library of Dreams\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Readers who love \u003ci\u003eHow to Catch a Mermaid\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe World of Emily Windsnap\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Little Mermaid Stories\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Chronicle Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/29\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781452182735\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 40\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.00lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.25h x 11.25w x 0.37d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/15\/2025\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jane Yolen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45150739595445,"sku":"9781452182735","price":15.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_afc2213c-a325-4d83-ade7-9fa65abab4d4.jpg?v=1741105234","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/how-to-spot-a-mermaid-9781452182735","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}