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How to Catch a Mermaid Hardcover – Picture Book, July 17, 2018

by Adam Wallace (Author), Andy Elkerton (Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 34,075 ratings
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An enchanting mermaid tale from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series!

Many claim to have caught a mermaid, but can YOU? Perfect for mermaid lovers, summer reading, and gifts for kids ages 4-10, this funny mermaid picture book offers an irresistible under-the-sea adventure that parents, educators, and children will love! Brimming with fun STEAM-based traps, clever rhymes, and plenty of laughs to share in at-home and classroom read alouds, this magical story makes a perfect stocking stuffer and birthday, Easter, or back to school gift for kids and mermaid lovers alike!

How do you catch a mermaid? You must be very clever.

With mirrors, crowns, and pearls galore, this quest can't last forever!

Also in the How to Catch Series:

  • How to Catch a Unicorn
  • How to Catch a Yeti
  • How to Catch a Dinosaur
  • How to Catch a Dragon
  • How to Catch a Monster
  • and more!
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 6 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    How to Catch
  3. Print length
    40 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 5
  6. Lexile measure
    500L
  7. Dimensions
    8.25 x 0.35 x 8.25 inches
  8. Publisher
    Sourcebooks Wonderland
  9. Publication date
    July 17, 2018
  10. ISBN-10
    149266247X
  11. ISBN-13
    978-1492662471
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How to Catch series: How to Catch a Unicorn, How to Catch a Monster, How to Catch a Dinosaur

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What’s It About A mermaid tries to avoid getting captured by a group of inventive kids! A unicorn leads a group of kids on a wild chase through the zoo! Kids try to capture a dinosaur using wacky traps! Kids try to catch a dragon during Chinese New Year celebrations! Class pets lead the kids on a chase through the school!
Praise “My 6 month old daughter LOVES this book... she laughs and giggles…” — Amazon Reviewer “A beautiful children's hardcover book! … Cute engaging story with wonderfully colorful illustrations.” — Amazon Reviewer “This book is super cute and great for young kids who love dinosaurs! I bought it for my kids and they love this book. They have read it over and over again.” — Amazon Reviewer "Beautiful pictures, nice story… Great for toddlers and young children." — Amazon Reviewer “This book is a great addition to any classroom.” — Stacy, Elementary Educator

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About the Author

Adam Wallace is a children’s writer and cartoonist living in Australia. He is the author of the New York Times bestselling How to Catch series and The Holiday Heroes Save Christmas.



Andy Elkerton is a children’s book illustrator who loves to create creatures that are impossible to catch! He is known for his work on the New York Times bestselling How to Catch series and is based in the United Kingdom.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sourcebooks Wonderland (July 17, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 149266247X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1492662471
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 500L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 5
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.35 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 34,075 ratings

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  1. Andy Elkerton

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    Andy began his career in illustration in 2003, after spending fifteen years working as a graphic designer in the computer games industry.

    Since then he has worked for a long list of clients in the fields of Picture Books, Magazines, Toy Design, Character Design, and Advertising.

    He has illustrated several New York Times, USA Today, and Barnes and Noble bestselling titles, and can't think of a better job to have than being paid to doodle stuff all day long!

    He lives in a small village on the West coast of Scotland with his wife and three children.

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    I love writing stories that make children laugh and get excited about reading and drawing and writing. I also love taking naps and listening to music. Not at the same time. Well, sometimes. It depends on the song.

    I have written lottttttts of stories (over 3000!), and some of them have been made into books!

    There are How to Catch books and How to Draw books, including a BRAND NEW Draw Underwater Animals Book!

    Gross books and Action and Adventure books.

    Picture books and chapter books and middle grade books and lots lots more.

    My goal is to have books for all ages and reading abilities and interests.

    And now I have A BRAND NEW SERIES! The first book is called A VERY DINOSAUR BIRTHDAY!

    I really hope you like it!

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This is my toddlers new favorite. Now she wants every “How To Catch” book! The images are eye catching and vibrant. She likes to look for the mermaid while we’re reading and stays engaged throughout the whole story.
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Rev. J.
5.0 out of 5 stars Bk on mermaids
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2024
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Fast and very clean
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Elaine Pianka
5.0 out of 5 stars 4 year old gift
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024
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Makes a great gift
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Margaret
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2024
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My 2 yr old granddaughter loved the book
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Becca Maki
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute book
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2024
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This is cute book my kids love it. It’s about this little girl who wants to be friends with this mermaid so she makes a plan to catch it and she invites her friend to come to. It’s like a little adventure .
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Amie
5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable book
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I got this book for my 2 year old who loves mermaids. It has become one of our favorite books. Whenever we go to aquariums, she talks about possible ways to catch a mermaid while we are there.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Cute Book
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This was a cute book and a good read. However, rating it from my 6 year old’s perspective, we had to take away 1 star. You see, they never show the mermaid’s face and it made my 6 year old very upset.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2024
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So cute
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5.0 out of 5 stars My 2 year old LOVES it
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5.0 out of 5 stars My 2 year old LOVES it
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024
This is my toddlers new favorite. Now she wants every “How To Catch” book! The images are eye catching and vibrant. She likes to look for the mermaid while we’re reading and stays engaged throughout the whole story.
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Brenda Went
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best
Reviewed in Canada on August 6, 2023
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This was a gift for my niece and she loves it.
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Mr. Reason
3.0 out of 5 stars Nice read
Reviewed in Germany on January 7, 2024
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But not one picture of the mermaid. Only her tail! Children disappointed.
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Mariangie
5.0 out of 5 stars Buen regalo
Reviewed in Spain on October 24, 2023
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El libro es muy bonito la historia asequible. Lectura recomendada para lectores de 5 a 7 años. Las ilustraciones preciosas también.
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jayne andrews
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 11, 2023
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M. Mortenson
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful illustrations
Reviewed in Australia on November 19, 2023
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Well illustrates, lovely story.
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