Sukey and the Mermaid - Paperback
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Award-Winning Mermaid Picture Book for Young Readers
A mermaid offers a young girl a magical escape in this lushly told and luminously illustrated Coretta Scott King Honor-winning picture book.
Sukey's new step-pa is a mean, bossy man she calls "Mister Hard-Times." He makes her work in his garden all day and Sukey's ma doesn't seem to care. One day, when her step-pa isn't looking, Sukey takes her chance to run away to her secret hiding place by the sea.
There, she meets Mama Jo, a beautiful black mermaid. Mama Jo's got a surprise for Sukey: a magical kingdom beneath the sea without time or pain. But there are also no people. Is it really better than the world above?
Why Parents and Educators Choose This Book
This Coretta Scott King Honor book combines rich storytelling with luminous illustrations to create an unforgettable reading experience. Written by critically acclaimed author Robert D. San Souci and illustrated by award-winning artist Brian Pinkney, this picture book addresses themes of family, resilience, and self-discovery in an age-appropriate way for children ages 4-8.
Perfect for Bedtime Reading and Classroom Libraries
The magical underwater setting and engaging narrative make this paperback edition ideal for bedtime stories, classroom read-alouds, and independent reading time. Young readers will connect with Sukey's journey as she navigates difficult family dynamics and discovers inner strength through her friendship with Mama Jo.
Robert D. San Souci is the critically acclaimed author of many popular books for young people. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Brian Pinkney has illustrated numerous acclaimed books for children, including Martin Rising; In Your Hands; On the Ball; The Faithful Friend; Duke Ellington; and In the Time of the Drums. His many awards include two Caldecott Honors, a Coretta Scott King Illustration Award, four Coretta Scott King Illustration Honors, and the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award. Brian lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his wife and frequent collaborator, Andrea Davis Pinkney. Visit him at BrianPinkney.net.
Awards
🏆 1993 Coretta Scott King Award Honor Book - Illustrator Award|South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award Winner - Children's Award
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