Enter the mystical realm of mermaids in this collection of multicultural tales from around the world. From the icy floes of Alaska to the islands of the Mediterranean Sea to the reefs of New Zealand, these eight mermaids have captivating stories to tell about the promises, perils, and possibilities that lie beneath the water.
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From School Library Journal
Grade 3-5Eight folktales from around the world, complete with source notes and introductions that conjure up the mythic milieu of each country. Originally published as a picture book, A Treasury of Mermaids (HarperCollins, 1997), with Jean and Mou-sien Tsengs vibrant full-page paintings, this paperback edition has new artwork and a chapter-book format. The soft pastels from the earlier version have been replaced with framed pen-and-ink drawings. Where the first book featured artwork as an introduction to a tale, here it is integrated midway through the story. While these techniques may help bridge the transition from picture to chapter books, readers lose the fluidity and grace that underlies the tales. While the newer version may satisfy some chapter-book readers, it does not replace the original publication.Tina Hudak, Takoma Park Maryland Library
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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"Sure to satisfy young mermaid fans and add greatly to their knowledge of the lore (and lure) or these mythical creatures."--" School Library Journal"
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
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My daughter loved this book,
By penny gray (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: A Serenade of Mermaids: Mermaid Tales from Around the World (Paperback)
My daughter is fascinated by mermaids. She loved the stories of mermaids from all around the world, all of which were very well written. I recommend this for any child who is interested in mermaids.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
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A Serenade of Mermaids,
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This review is from: A Serenade of Mermaids: Mermaid Tales from Around the World (Paperback)
The introductions to each story are pretty good, though manydon't connect very well with the story they introduce. I see thisbook being used by the Alaska units for the unusual Alaska mermaidstory. This is a folklore book with good black and white illustrations. Excellent book for the 3rd grade through the 7th grade, and it is also recommended as a good read for teachers.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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This collection makes a big splash.,
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This review is from: A Serenade of Mermaids: Mermaid Tales from Around the World (Paperback)
Originally, I'm not really sure why I purchased this book... I didn't exactly have my heart set on reading this book, but it was cheap and didn't look bad. When the book arrived, it turned out to be quite a pleasant surprise. Unlike other mermaid collections I've read, this one is actually addressed to the little girls who are interested in mermaids, but not so simple as to turn off collecters and scholars. Before each tale is a small summary of information about merfolk in various cultures to set the background for the tale. Nothing extraordinary, but it's kind of nice to get some mermaid trivia. Best of all, the author makes an attempt to get stories from a wide variety of places; there is a story from Switzerland as well as Japan! I strongly recommend this collection, for it can be enjoyed by anyone.
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