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Stories of Mermaids

By Russell Punter
Series: Young Reading Series 1
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Stories of Mermaids by Russell Punter dives into the enchanting world of mermaids with three captivating tales. Each story follows different mermaid characters as they encounter magical adventures, friendship, and a touch of oceanic mystery. Perfect for children, it offers a delightful mix of storytelling and imagination set beneath the sea.
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You might enjoy this enchanting tale if you're captivated by magical underwater adventures and love beautifully illustrated stories. Perfect for children, this book takes readers on a journey through the mysteries of the ocean, exploring themes of friendship and courage in a delightful, imaginative way.

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Three original mermaid tales for children who are just beginning to learn how to read. Meet a scheming mermaid lurking to sabotage the Great Seahorse Race, a mermaid on a journey to the spooky Pirates' Graveyard and a mermaid who just loves to dance! Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

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Young Reading Series One is designed for children just beginning to read to help build confidence and ability.

Three original mermaid tales for children who are just beginning to learn how to read. Meet a scheming mermaid lurking to sabotage the Great Seahorse Race, a mermaid on a journey to the spooky Pirates' Graveyard, and a mermaid who just loves to dance!

Delicately illustrated by Desideria Guicciardini. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

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Stories of Mermaids by Russell Punter is praised for its enchanting collection of three stories that offer a delightful glimpse into the whimsical lives of mermaids. The tales convey a sense of universality, allowing young readers to relate to the adventures and experiences of these magical creatures, much like little girls anywhere in the world.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780746080658

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 23 February 2007

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Desideria Guicciardini

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 190g

Pages: 48

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About the Author

Russell Punter was born in Bedfordshire, England. As a boy he enjoyed writing and illustrating his own stories. He later trained as a graphic designer before entering publishing. Since then, he has written over ninety books for children, including original fiction and adaptations of classic novels

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