Mermaid
Mermaid by Cerrie Burnell, published by Scholastic in 2015, is a 32-page children’s book that explores themes of friendship and overcoming challenges. The story follows a boy named Luka, who dreams of swimming in the sea but cannot do so himself. His life changes when he meets Sylvia, a skilled swimmer who teaches him how to navigate the water. This enchanting tale unfolds as Luka imagines Sylvia as a mermaid, leading them on underwater adventures.
Readers will find a narrative that highlights the importance of friendship and acceptance, particularly as Luka introduces Sylvia to his classmates. The story addresses social themes and the joy of water sports, emphasizing the bond between the two characters. With its engaging illustrations and heartfelt storyline, this edition of Mermaid invites young readers to embrace imagination and the beauty of companionship.
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Once there was a boy called Luka, who lived in a town beside a deep silvery sea. Luka longed to splash in the surf and dive beneath silver-bright waves, but he couldn’t swim. One day, Luka sees a girl gliding through the waves, dipping and soaring like a fish. Luka has never seen anyone swim so well. Sylvia teaches Luka how to swim, and that night, Luka dreams that Sylvia is a mermaid and they have a beautiful underwater adventure visiting the mermaid palace. And when Luka starts school, Sylvia is there! The other children crowd around her to ask why she’s in a wheelchair, and Luka tells everyone that it’s because Sylvia is a mermaid. Luka knows that to him she will always be a mermaid and they will have a thousand more adventures together.
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