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International Mermaid Day-- In folklore, a mermaid is an aquatic creature with the head and upper body of a female human and the tail of a fish. Mermaids appear in the folklore of many cultures worldwide, including the Near East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. The first stories appeared in ancient Assyria, in which the goddess Atargatis transformed herself into a mermaid out of shame for accidentally killing her human lover. Source
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-- Since ancient times, seafarers and coast-dwellers the world over have reported encounters with merpeople. Variously known as Finfolk, Dinny Mara, Nereids, Blue Men, and Merrymaids, merfolk have been the source of both gifts and disasters for humankind. Now a lavishly illustrated resource offers insight into the lives, origins, language, and magic of these elusive peoples. Like a siren's song, this fascinating tome is sure to enthrall all who fall under its spell.
• Mermaid Tail Blankets -- Have you ever dreamed of being a mermaid like Ariel when you were a kid? Seriously, who wouldn't want to be able to be adorable and comfortable at the same time? Imagine yourself in this mermaid tail blanket, you will feel cozy and warm, and you will look a goddess from the sea! Glossy foil dots arranged in fish scale patterns make your lower torso look more like a mermaid tail. And it makes you shine, as if you came from the fairy tale world!
• Mermaid Handbook: An Alluring Treasury of Literature, Lore, Art, Recipes, and Projects -- Answer the enchanting siren call of the mermaid with this comprehensive, lavishly illustrated and intricately designed one-of-a-kind lifestyle compendium from the editor in chief of Faerie Magazine and author of The Faerie Handbook and globally published novel Mermaid, packed with lore, legends, facts and trivia, beautiful illustrations, and numerous step-by-step projects and recipes.• Mermaid Coloring and Activity Books
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Free Printables, Coloring Pages, Activities and Crafts:
• 25 Amazing Little Mermaid Coloring Pages
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• Printable Mermaids Coloring Book
• The Little Mermaid Party Poster and Labels ~ Free Printable
• Mermaid Movie Night Printable Popcorn Holder
• DIY Mermaid Craft Ideas
• Mermaid Coloring Page for Adults
• Printable Mermaid Crown
• More Mermaid Fun Stuff
