Isadora Moon Under the Sea

What do our readers think of Isadora Moon Under the Sea? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the mermaids, underwater adventure, cute characters and colourful illustrations, and many find the story sweet, fun and easy to read. Some children especially like Isadora helping Emerald and the extra activities, while others see it as a short, light read.

What does the Pageticker team say about Isadora Moon Under the Sea?

Harriet Muncaster sends Isadora beneath the waves for a charming adventure packed with mermaids, friendship and just the right amount of magical mayhem. With lively pink and black illustrations and gentle themes about listening, kindness and complicated families, this is a lovely choice for newly independent readers who like their stories sparkly with a tiny bite.

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What is Isadora Moon Under the Sea about?

Isadora Moon, the unique half-fairy, half-vampire girl, is thrilled to attend a sleepover at her mermaid friend's underwater home. Amidst the excitement, she meets Emerald, a mermaid who seems unhappy. Determined to help, Isadora embarks on a magical underwater adventure to uncover and resolve Emerald's troubles.

About the author

Harriet Muncaster is a British author and illustrator who loves creating magical stories. She is best known for her popular Isadora Moon books, about a little girl who is half-fairy, half-vampire. Harriet enjoys drawing, making tiny models, and imagining wonderful worlds to share with her readers.

Discussion ideas around Isadora Moon Under the Sea

Trying something new: How does Isadora feel about staying underwater, and what helps her become more confident?

First impressions: Why might Emerald seem unhappy or unfriendly at first, and what does Isadora do to understand her better?

Friendship and kindness: What makes Isadora a good friend, and how could you help someone who seems left out?

Two homes: What might be difficult about living in two different homes, and what could make it feel easier?

Underwater worlds: If you could visit a mermaid’s home, what would you hope to see and what rules might you need to follow?