Bibliograph

Do mermaids exist?, Peter Finn

Type

Label

Do mermaids exist?, Peter Finn

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

Grades 4-6, Gareth Stevens Publishing

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Do mermaids exist?

Responsibility statement

Peter Finn

Series statement

Fact or fiction?

Summary

"For thousands of years, sailors have watched the ocean from the decks of their ships. And many returned from their voyages with tales of mermaids! This accessible text brings together myths from cultures all over the world and highlights the interesting stories of P. T. Barnum's Feejee Mermaid of the 1800s as well as the original "Little Mermaid" fairytale. Readers will explore possible scientific explanations for the many sightings and consider what they believe. Bright images, a playful design, and graphic elements will keep all levels of readers motivated"--, Provided by publisher

Target audience

juvenile

Classification