{"product_id":"match-the-mermaids-a-memory-game-9780711296299","title":"Match the Mermaids: A Memory Game","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMermaid matching game: \u003c\/b\u003e Can you reunite the merfolk with their friends in this fun and easy-to-learn game? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSturdy gift box contains: \u003c\/b\u003e40 cards, each measuring 3.5 x 2.6 in., and a 28-page booklet; box size is 4 x 5.5 x 1.75 in. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e20 diverse mermaid species: \u003c\/b\u003eWith merfolk from all parts of the world, match the pairs who belong to the same species \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes an illustrated booklet: \u003c\/b\u003eCovering game rules, mermaid facts and tips for spotting them yourself \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMermaid fun for ages 4+: \u003c\/b\u003e Delightful screen-free entertainment for mermaid lovers everywhere \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover enchanting mermaids from all around the world with this stunningly illustrated matching game.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Based on the \u003ci\u003eA Natural History of Mermaids\u003c\/i\u003e book from the popular Folklore Field Guides series, the cards feature naturalist illustrations of mermaid species from different regions of the \u003cbr\u003e world, from the Caribbean Queen to the Southern Wayfarer, and the Reef Angel to the Pacific Wanderer. The booklet, in addition to explaining how to play the game, serves as a guide to the mermaid species on the cards, with details on their habitats, dwellings, distinctive features and habits. You'll also find out where and when to look for mermaids, and signs of their presence. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e To play the game, arrange the cards face down on a table, then flip two over--do they show the same species? If they do, you collect the pair. If not, try to remember where the different mermaid species are located so you can make a match on your next turn. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Put your memory skills to the test and learn about the diverse mermaids of the world while you play. Gather more pairs than your opponent to win! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Folklore Field Guides series\u003c\/b\u003e is a charming collection of beautifully illustrated handbooks on topics of lore and legend. Fascinating facts are accompanied by breathtaking illustrations, all presented in an engaging narrative form. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlso available from the series: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Natural History of Fairies, A Natural History of Magical Beasts, A Natural History of Mermaids, \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e A Natural History of Magick\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJessica Roux\u003c\/b\u003e is a Nashville-based illustrator and plant and animal enthusiast. She loves exploring in her own backyard and being surrounded by an abundance of nature. Using subdued colors and rhythmic shapes, she renders flora, fauna, food, and many other things with intricate detail reminiscent of old world beauty. Her first book with Frances Lincoln was \u003ci\u003eA Natural History of Fairies\u003c\/i\u003e (September 2020).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce a children's book editor, \u003cb\u003e Emily Hawkins \u003c\/b\u003eis now a full-time author. Her work has been featured on the New York Times bestseller list (\u003ci\u003eOceanology\u003c\/i\u003e, 2009) as well as winning the Children's Travel Book of the Year Award (\u003ci\u003eAtlas of Animal Adventures\u003c\/i\u003e, 2016). Along with her background in children's non-fiction Emily has a strong interest in myth, folklore and storytelling. In 2020 she wrote \u003ci\u003eA Natural History of Fairies\u003c\/i\u003e, which has been translated into twelve languages, selling more than 100,000 copies worldwide. Emily holds a first-class English degree from Nottingham University, and lives in Winchester, UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Kaddo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50875365097746,"sku":"9780711296299","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_4a6391c4-9803-4cc3-81dd-7ef110fdd646.jpg?v=1738285993","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/match-the-mermaids-a-memory-game-9780711296299","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}