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“But the sea witch had her own price: the mermaid‘s voice.“

Experience Jerry Pinkney's The Little Mermaid, a stunning reimagining of Hans Christian Andersen‘s classic tale. With exquisite watercolor and ink illustrations, Pinkney brings to life the mermaid‘s poignant journey of sacrifice and self-discovery. This beautifully illustrated story captures themes of longing and courage, making it a must-read for children and adults alike. Dive into this enchanting world today!

This book offers a vibrant retelling of the classic tale, featuring stunning watercolor and ink illustrations that create a rich underwater world. The story explores themes of sacrifice, desire, and self-identity, emphasizing the courage to pursue one‘s dreams. In the classroom, it encourages literary analysis, artistic expression, and discussions on personal choices and cultural connections. A valuable resource for inspiring young readers!

“She longed for a world above the waves, where she could feel the sun on her face and dance on land.”

Unlike some traditional versions of this story, Pinkney's adaptation emphasizes the mermaid‘s inner strength and resilience, inviting discussions about the nature of true love and self-acceptance.

Traditional Literature
Published 2020
Jerry Pinkney‘s "The Little Mermaid" is a visually engaging retelling that breathes new life into a beloved fairy tale. His detailed illustrations are a significant feature, showcasing the vibrant underwater world and the emotional depth of the characters. Each page is richly detailed, drawing readers into the mermaid's enchanting journey.

“You and your daydreaming and silly stories! Why concern yourself with the world above?“

I think it would be good to compare this book with the Disney classic book, The Little Mermaid, and work with the students comparing and contrasting the different elements of the stories.

The Little Mermaid by Jerry Pinkney is a classic, traditional literature book that tells the story of the littlest sea princess that is not content with her life under the sea. Melody is an explorer who wonders what lies above the water especially of a girl that she has watched from the ocean, but to meet her comes with a price.

I would use this book as a classroom library book or a read aloud for my students. I thnk that another great way that we could incorporate this book into the classroom is using it as a comparison from the Disney classic book the Litter Mermaid and work with the students comparing and contrasting the different elements of the stories.

The Little Mermaid by Jerry Pinkney is a classic, traditional literature book that tells the story of the littlest sea princess that is not content with her life that she lives under the sea.
Melody is an explorer who wonders what lies above the water especially of a girl that she has watched from the ocean. But to meet her comes with a price. The original tale of the Little Mermaid that we know and love from Disney.

“It soared over the sea with its message of change and hope.”

This is a great written and visual story that teaches readers to learn and explore the world!

Little Mermaid written by Jerry Pinkney is a adventurous book about Melody who wants to explore the world, not just the ocean. She gives up her voice to the sea witch to travel land and make new friends. This story shows different trials one must go through in life and what they will learn!

“It soared over the sea with its message of change and hope.”

This is a great written and visual story that teaches readers to learn and explore the world!

The Little Mermaid written by Jerry Pinkney is a adventurous book about Melody who wants to explore the world, not just the ocean. She gives up her voice to the sea witch to travel land and make new friends. This story shows different trials one must go through in life and what they will learn!

“It soared over the sea with its message of change and hope.”

This is a great written and visual story that teaches readers to learn and explore the world!

The Little Mermaid written by Jerry Pinkney is a adventurous book about Melody who wants to explore the world, not just the ocean. She gives up her voice to the sea witch to travel land and make new friends. This story shows different trials one must go through in life and what they will learn!

It soared over the sea with its message of change and hope.

I enjoyed the character Zion and how she urged Melody to return to the sea to help her family.

I enjoyed this version of the little mermaid. I am so used to the Disney narrative of this story but I found it refreshing to read this classic story from a different perspective and with new characters. I think it would be fun to read to a class to see their reaction to this version compared to the Disney version.

“This is where I want to be”
This is one of the main concepts of the little mermaids stories. The grass is greener on the other side concept. Classic line.

This is one of my favorite pages from the book. Its the climax and it indeed gives the effect of the climax. So many things happening at once without looking cluttered. So many different creatures and colors, beautifully drawn. I love the art!!!

The retelling of the classic “The Little Mermaid” the imagery is so detailed for a water colored book. Each page you could stare at for so long! So many things to look at and take in! Love!

This variation to the Little Mermaid tale is absolutely amazing! And, of course the illustrations are breathtaking. Definitely a longer #PictureBook , but well worth the journey. Letter L #BBRC

We lost a national treasure today.

Great version to share with kids who are not ready for the original. And ask yourself, what are we sacrificing of ourselves to gain acceptance? As adults are we expecting anyone to sacrifice a part of their identity?