Tatevik Avakyan

Shelly is a mermaid with a very big secret, and keeping it is about to get much harder. Her great-aunt is coming for a visit, which would normally be exciting, except her great-aunt happens to be the Queen of the Western Oceans. Now Shelly is incredibly nervous about hosting such a royal guest in Trident City. She worries that she will not know the right things to say or do, and even worse, she fears the Queen might decide Trident City is not a proper place for a young princess to live. Shelly loves her school, her friends, and her underwater home, and she does not want to be forced to move away to a grand, boring palace. Readers will relate to the pressure of wanting to impress visiting family while staying true to themselves. This underwater fantasy chapter book offers a charming story about family expectations, the true meaning of royalty, and the deep value of home and friendship.

Finding a rare human artifact is supposed to be the best day ever, but for Echo the mermaid, it quickly turns into a massive argument. Echo is absolutely thrilled when she discovers a fascinating object dropped from the world above the waves. She cannot wait to show it off, until her bossy older sister, Crystal, swoops in and claims the treasure for herself. Echo is sick and tired of having to share everything, and she decides she is not going to back down this time. The underwater squabble escalates so much that their mother has to step in, forcing the two stubborn sisters to spend time together and work out their differences. This relatable chapter book dives deep into the turbulent waters of sibling rivalry. Young readers will completely understand the frustration of dealing with an older sibling, making this oceanic adventure both emotionally authentic and highly entertaining.

Echo the mermaid loves sea horses more than anything else in the entire ocean. She thinks the gentle creatures are graceful and beautiful, and she desperately wants one of her very own. When she finds out that a boy in her class at Trident Academy has a pet sea horse, Echo decides she simply must have one too. However, keeping a wild ocean creature as a pet is a complicated debate in Trident City. Many merfolk believe sea horses should be left to swim freely in the wild. Echo is convinced that she can provide a happy, loving home, but capturing a wild sea horse forces her to question what is truly best for the animal. This thoughtful chapter book explores themes of animal welfare and responsibility beneath the waves. Young readers will be drawn into Echo's emotional journey as she learns the difference between loving an animal and owning one.

The third grade class at Trident Academy is going on the most exciting field trip ever, straight to the ocean's surface. The young mermaids and mermen are thrilled to finally travel up to the top of the water to observe a majestic pod of humpback whales. But while the rest of the class is cheering, Kiki is absolutely terrified. From the top of her head to the tip of her tail, she is paralyzed by the fear that these enormous creatures might accidentally swallow her whole. Her best friends, Shelly and Echo, do everything they can to calm her nerves, but the deep ocean is a scary place for an anxious mermaid. It takes an unexpected encounter with a massive, gentle new friend to help Kiki find her courage. This heartwarming chapter book tackles the challenges of overcoming fear, offering a grand underwater adventure that shows how brave a young mermaid can truly be.

Dive into a double dose of underwater drama with this two in one mermaid adventure. The excitement begins as best friends Shelly and Echo start third grade at the highly prestigious Trident Academy. They quickly discover that navigating their new school involves dealing with strict teachers, challenging assignments, and the snooty, demanding behavior of their wealthy classmate, Pearl. Just when they think they have the school routine figured out, a massive argument threatens to shatter their best friendship forever. From stressful group projects to intense social rivalries, the young mermaids must learn how to handle the turbulent currents of growing up. This engaging bind up includes the first two complete chapter books in the series, offering young readers a wonderful introduction to a vibrant oceanic world. It is packed with relatable school challenges, fantastical marine life, and powerful lessons about loyalty and forgiveness.

Having the power to see the future sounds amazing, but for Kiki the mermaid, it is becoming a massive problem. Kiki occasionally experiences psychic visions, and her latest premonition is her most terrifying one yet. She sees a vivid warning that her classmate, Rocky Ridge, is going to have a highly dangerous run in with a massive leatherback turtle. Kiki knows she has to warn him to stay away from the dangerous waters, but she faces a huge hurdle. She is deeply afraid that no one at Trident Academy will actually believe her psychic powers are real. Time is running out, and Kiki must decide whether to keep quiet or risk being laughed at to save a friend in peril. This suspenseful chapter book plunges young readers into a thrilling underwater adventure, exploring themes of courage, intuition, and doing the right thing even when it is difficult.

The biggest secret in Trident City has just been revealed, and third grader Shelly Siren is completely shell-shocked. She has just discovered that she is not an ordinary mermaid; she is actually a real life royal princess. The news sends ripples of shock through Trident Academy, and suddenly everyone is treating her differently. Shelly is completely overwhelmed by her new status. She does not know if she is supposed to wear a heavy, glittering crown to class, or if she has to move out of her cozy home and into a massive, intimidating palace. Most importantly, she worries that her best friends will start treating her like royalty instead of a regular kid. This engaging chapter book navigates the difficult waters of sudden change and identity. Young readers will root for Shelly as she tries to figure out how to embrace her royal heritage without losing her true self.

The peaceful waters of Trident City are suddenly filled with panic. A group of aggressive, sharp toothed sharks has invaded the area, and they are causing serious trouble for all the merfolk. The citizens are terrified to leave their homes, and the students at Trident Academy are put on high alert. Shelly, Echo, Kiki, and Pearl know they need to stay safe, but they also want to understand why these dangerous predators have suddenly swarmed their usually quiet neighborhood. The four friends must bravely investigate the changing ocean currents and figure out what is driving the sharks so close to the city. This action packed chapter book takes young readers on a thrilling, high stakes adventure beneath the waves. It delivers a perfect blend of suspenseful mystery and fascinating marine biology, showing how courage and teamwork can help calm even the most dangerous waters.