A seal slips from the sea, sheds her skin, and becomes a woman on the shore. But even after she marries and has a child, the pull of the ocean never leaves her.
Based on an old Scottish selkie tale, this picture book carries the quiet mystery of folklore. It tells of love, longing, family, and the deep sadness of being kept from one's true home. The story has magic, but it is gentle and wistful rather than flashy.
Mordicai Gerstein's retelling is best for readers who enjoy beautiful, haunting tales with feelings that linger after the last page. It offers a memorable introduction to traditional sea folklore and the shape-shifting legends of seal people.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
32 Pages
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