Disney's Little Mermaid
Katherine Applegate
Disney's Little Mermaid
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The haunted palace
by Katherine Applegate
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
The mermaid sisters are the bravest explorers of the sea, diving into a mystery that no one dares to solve. A ghost named Morven haunts the icy Arctic Sea palace, but is it real or just a trick by playful merboys? What they discover will change everything beneath the waves.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader book follows mermaid sisters as they investigate a spooky rumor about a ghost in an Arctic Sea palace. Suitable for ages 5-8, it blends fantasy with themes of friendship and curiosity, encouraging young readers to engage with imaginative storytelling. The story includes light suspense without any frightening content, making it appropriate for early elementary children.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Content Flags
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Disney's The little mermaid.
Disney Staff, Walt Disney Productions, Mouse Works, Disney Studios
Disney's The little mermaid.
Disney Staff, Walt Disney Productions, Mouse Works, Disney Studios
The little mermaid
Melissa Lagonegro
The little mermaid
Melissa Lagonegro
Little Mermaid
Kathleen Petelinsek
Little Mermaid
Kathleen Petelinsek
The little mermaid
Rachel Isadora
The little mermaid
Rachel Isadora
Little Mermaid
unknown author
Little Mermaid
unknown author
Little Mermaid
Jerry Pinkney
Little Mermaid
Jerry Pinkney
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9789994428151
- Pages
- 84
- Publisher
- Random House Disney
- Published
- August 1994
- Type
- Fiction