Cora's Decision

by Janet Gurtler, Katie Wood (Illustrator)

Overview

When Cora is selected to be part of the exclusive mermaid Spirit Team, she is beyond thrilled. But her happiness quickly fades when Rachel isn't picked. And when Cora finds out the reason why Rachel isn't picked, her spirit is crushed. Cora has a big decision to make. A decision she never thought she'd have to make.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781434296993
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2015
Series:	Mermaid Kingdom Series
Pages:	96
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.70(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	610L (what's this?)
Age Range:	7 - 10 Years

About the Author

Janet Gurtler has written numerous well-received YA books. Mermaid Kingdom is her debut series for the middle-grade market. She lives in Calgary Alberta, near the Canadian Rockies, with her husband and son.

Since graduating from Loughborough University School of Art and Design in 2004, Katie Wood has been a freelance illustrator. From her studio in Leicester, England, she creates bright and lively illustrations for books and magazines all over the world.

Interviews

Mermaids are a popular topic. Themes of friendship and family are relateable to girls at this age. Fits well with lessons on folklore/myths. Each story has a different point of view. Back matter includes mermaid facts, writing prompts, and discussion questions.

Editorial Reviews

The Mermaid Kingdom series is going to be a big hit with readers. . . .Readers will relate to the messages shared in these stories: being different, bullies, and secrets. . . . .Students will love this series for the storylines that are easy to relate to. These books will not stay on the shelves for very long.

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