by Brittany Mazique
Dive into Ariel's magical first days exploring life on land in this enchanting companion to Disney's live-action The Little Mermaid. Written by Brittany Mazique, this picture book captures the wonder, curiosity, and joy of discovering a whole new world — from Ariel's first steps on the beach to the friendships she makes along the way. A perfect read-aloud for young fans of the film.
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Written as a companion to Disney's live-action The Little Mermaid starring Halle Bailey, Adventures on Land follows Ariel as she explores the wonders of life above the sea. From her first steps on the beach to the friendships she makes in a whole new world, this picture book captures the curiosity, joy, and wonder that made the original film a classic.
Brittany Mazique brings warmth and heart to Ariel's story, making this the perfect read-aloud for young fans of mermaids, Disney princesses, and stories about brave girls discovering who they're meant to be. For more Disney stories by Brittany, explore Cinderella: 75th Anniversary Edition.
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From the same author — an original chapter book series praised by Publishers Weekly, Kirkus, The Washington Post, and more
At its heart, Adventures on Land is a story about curiosity — about the thrill and the courage it takes to explore a world that's brand new to you. Ariel leaves the only home she's ever known and takes her first steps on the beach, and young readers get to feel that same mix of wonder and nervous excitement right alongside her. For children who are facing their own "first days" — a new school, a new sibling, a new town — Ariel's bravery is quietly reassuring.
The book also celebrates friendship. As Ariel discovers life on land, she makes friends in a whole new world, and those relationships help her feel at home. Kids come away with the gentle reminder that a new place feels a lot less scary when you open yourself up to the people in it — and that the people who welcome you matter.
Finally, it's a story about joy in discovery. Every ordinary thing on land — sand, sunlight, a friendly face — is extraordinary through Ariel's eyes. That sense of finding magic in the everyday is one of the most lasting gifts a picture book can give a young reader.
As a companion to Disney's live-action The Little Mermaid, this picture book is an easy "yes" for the child who has already fallen in love with the film — it lets them revisit Ariel's world and stretch the story past the closing credits. For ages 3 to 7, the read-aloud length and warm, accessible language make it well suited to bedtime, story time, and early classroom circles.
Parents and teachers will also appreciate that the story models healthy first-day feelings: curiosity over fear, openness over hesitation, and friendship as a way to belong. It's a film tie-in with a little more heart than most — a book you won't mind reading again and again.
The Little Mermaid: Adventures on Land is a Disney picture book written for ages 3 to 7 — preschool through the early elementary years. At this stage, children are read to far more than they read on their own, so the book is built as a read-aloud: warm, wonder-filled, and short enough to hold a young attention span at bedtime or story time.
When a young reader is ready to move beyond picture books, the next step is a chapter book. Brittany's own Millie Magnus series picks up right there — original chapter books for ages 5 to 8 about a brave girl who, like Ariel, is discovering who she's meant to be.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ages 3 to 7. It is a hardcover picture book that works beautifully as a bedtime read-aloud, a gift for young Disney fans, or an addition to any Disney library. For readers ready to graduate from picture books, the Millie Magnus chapter book series (ages 5 to 8) by the same author is a natural next step.
Brittany Mazique, the children's book author behind Disney's Cinderella, The Little Mermaid: Adventures on Land, and Tiana and the Mardi Gras Parade / Snow White and the Birthday Ball, as well as the original Millie Magnus chapter book series. She lives outside Washington, D.C. with her family.
It is a companion to Disney's live-action The Little Mermaid that follows Ariel as she explores her magical first days on land. From her first steps on the beach to the friendships she makes in a whole new world, the book captures the wonder, curiosity, and joy of discovering life above the sea.
Yes. As a picture book for ages 3 to 7, it is designed to be read aloud. The story's wonder, curiosity, and warmth make it a natural fit for bedtime and for young fans of the film who love mermaids and Disney princesses.
For readers graduating from picture books, the Millie Magnus series — Brittany's original chapter book series for ages 5 to 8 — is the natural next step. Like Ariel, Millie is a brave girl discovering who she's meant to be, and she uses her voice to stand up for what's right. The series begins with Millie Magnus Won't Be Bullied.
About the Author
Brittany Mazique is a children's book author who has written for Disney (Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Tiana, Snow White) and created the acclaimed Millie Magnus chapter book series. She lives outside Washington, D.C. with her husband Edward and daughters Millie and Margaux.