Julián Is A Mermaid

"A lovely celebration of the courage to tell the world who you are comes in Julián Is a Mermaid."

"Julián is a dreamy, creative little soul with a passion for mermaids, sparked by an encounter with three of them on the New York subway one day. Later, as his abuela showers, he crafts his own elaborate mermaid costume from found items around her home. There’s a moment of tension when abuela emerges and catches him – will she embrace his transformation? To my delight (and my 4-year-old’s), she does, and adds the perfect finishing touch. This story, written and illustrated by Jessica Love, glows with warmth and acceptance, and is a favorite read before bed. (For ages 4 to 8)"