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Synopsis
Like the other mermaids of the deep, Pearl longs to care for the endless beaches, coral reefs, and towering kelp forests of her vast ocean world. So when her mother asks her to tend to a mere grain of sand, Pearl is heartbroken. It takes all her patience and determination to discover how even the littlest mermaid can transform the world.
Is Pearl appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 5 and up.
A gentle picture book about a young mermaid learning patience and discovering that even small tasks can create meaningful change. Perfect for teaching perseverance and finding value in humble beginnings.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the underwater mermaid world and Pearl's journey to discover how something tiny can become something beautiful.