The Fintastical Tales of Mari A. Fisch #1: Mermaid Mission

By Monica Brown, Emily Mendoza

Price: $6.99

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The Fintastical Tales of Mari A. Fisch #1: Mermaid Mission

By Monica Brown, Emily Mendoza

Price: $6.99

About the Book

Get ready for some mermaid magic!

Mermaid princess Mari A. Fisch is on a top secret, superspecial environmental mission: Go on land, become human, and figure out why humans do the weird things they do. Particularly, why do people pollute? But when Mari has traded in her tail for toes, this classic fish out of water finds the human world totally confusing! Will Mari be able to complete her mission, save the world undersea, and stay true to herself?

It’s an all-new chapter book series from the award-winning children’s book author Monica Brown. With black-and-white illustrations on every page, milestone markers throughout, and craft-making activities at the end of each book, Fintastical Tales is the perfect series for any emergent or reluctant reader!

  • Illustrated Chapter Book: With charming black-and-white illustrations on every page, this series is perfect for new or reluctant readers moving into chapter books.
  • Kids Environmental Book: A heartfelt and funny story that gently introduces topics like ocean pollution and conservation, inspiring young readers to help.
  • Making New Friends: From her host-sister Stevie to the ’popular’ kids at school, Mari has to navigate the confusing waters of human friendships.
  • Hands-On Activities: Readers can join the mission with fun, book-themed craft projects, like learning how to make their own reusable t-shirt bag!

Product Details

ISBN: 9780063116276
Imprint: HarperCollins
On Sale: May 27, 2025
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 96
Trim Size: 5.100 in (w) x 7.600 in (h) x 0.250 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Readers / Chapter Books
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Fantasy / Mermaids & Mermen
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / New Experience

Monica Brown

Biography

Monica Brown is the author of Small Room, Big Dreams: The Journey of Julián and Joaquin Castro; Pelé, King of Soccer / Pelé, El rey del fútbol; and Side by Side: The Story of Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez / Lado a lado: La historia de Dolores Huerta y César Chávez, as well as the Pura Belpré Honor Books My Name Is Celia / Me llamo Celia, Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos, and Marisol McDonald Doesn’t Match / Marisol McDonald no combina. Monica lives in Flagstaff, Arizona, with her family. Find her at monicabrown.net.

Monica Brown es la autora de Small Room, Big Dreams: The Journey of Julián and Joaquin Castro; Pelé, King of Soccer / Pelé, El rey del fútbol; y Side by Side: The Story of Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez / Lado a lado: La historia de Dolores Huerta y César Chávez y de los libros ganadores del Honor Pura Belpré My Name Is Celia / Me llamo Celia, Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos y Marisol McDonald Doesn’t Match / Marisol McDonald no combina. Monica vive en Flagstaff, Arizona, con su familia. Encuéntrala en monicabrown.net.

Emily Mendoza

Reviews

“An earnest introduction to environmentalism for burgeoning chapter-book readers.” — Kirkus Reviews

“Whimsical illustrations bring the fantasy characters to life and the vocabulary is very manageable. … A winner for young readers who might wish for a little gentle guidance in navigating the tougher issues in growing up.” — School Library Journal

About the Book

Get ready for some mermaid magic!

Mermaid princess Mari A. Fisch is on a top secret, superspecial environmental mission: Go on land, become human, and figure out why humans do the weird things they do. Particularly, why do people pollute? But when Mari has traded in her tail for toes, this classic fish out of water finds the human world totally confusing! Will Mari be able to complete her mission, save the world undersea, and stay true to herself?

It’s an all-new chapter book series from the award-winning children’s book author Monica Brown. With black-and-white illustrations on every page, milestone markers throughout, and craft-making activities at the end of each book, Fintastical Tales is the perfect series for any emergent or reluctant reader!

  • Illustrated Chapter Book: With charming black-and-white illustrations on every page, this series is perfect for new or reluctant readers moving into chapter books.
  • Kids Environmental Book: A heartfelt and funny story that gently introduces topics like ocean pollution and conservation, inspiring young readers to help.
  • Making New Friends: From her host-sister Stevie to the ’popular’ kids at school, Mari has to navigate the confusing waters of human friendships.
  • Hands-On Activities: Readers can join the mission with fun, book-themed craft projects, like learning how to make their own reusable t-shirt bag!

Product Details

ISBN: 9780063116276
Imprint: HarperCollins
On Sale: May 27, 2025
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 96
Trim Size: 5.100 in (w) x 7.600 in (h) x 0.250 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Readers / Chapter Books
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Fantasy / Mermaids & Mermen
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / New Experience

Monica Brown

Biography

Monica Brown is the author of Small Room, Big Dreams: The Journey of Julián and Joaquin Castro; Pelé, King of Soccer / Pelé, El rey del fútbol; and Side by Side: The Story of Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez / Lado a lado: La historia de Dolores Huerta y César Chávez, as well as the Pura Belpré Honor Books My Name Is Celia / Me llamo Celia, Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos, and Marisol McDonald Doesn’t Match / Marisol McDonald no combina. Monica lives in Flagstaff, Arizona, with her family. Find her at monicabrown.net.

Monica Brown es la autora de Small Room, Big Dreams: The Journey of Julián and Joaquin Castro; Pelé, King of Soccer / Pelé, El rey del fútbol; y Side by Side: The Story of Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez / Lado a lado: La historia de Dolores Huerta y César Chávez y de los libros ganadores del Honor Pura Belpré My Name Is Celia / Me llamo Celia, Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos y Marisol McDonald Doesn’t Match / Marisol McDonald no combina. Monica vive en Flagstaff, Arizona, con su familia. Encuéntrala en monicabrown.net.

Emily Mendoza

Reviews

“An earnest introduction to environmentalism for burgeoning chapter-book readers.” — Kirkus Reviews

“Whimsical illustrations bring the fantasy characters to life and the vocabulary is very manageable. … A winner for young readers who might wish for a little gentle guidance in navigating the tougher issues in growing up.” — School Library Journal

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