Mermaid

This gentle chapter book tells the story of Luka, a boy who dreams of swimming but is afraid of the water. He meets Sylvia, a girl who uses a wheelchair but is an incredible swimmer. Sylvia teaches Luka to swim, and their bond leads Luka to imagine her as a mermaid, embarking on a fantastical underwater adventure in his dreams. When they start school together, Luka's imaginative explanation for Sylvia's wheelchair helps the other children understand and accept her. It is a beautiful narrative about friendship, overcoming fears, and celebrating differences through the lens of a child's imagination.