Join everyone's favourite crime-busting ladybird this summer on a brilliant rhyming adventure to the seaside! This picture book, from the bestselling partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, features a cast of wonderful sea creatures, including a magical mermaid, and plenty of beach fun. It is the ultimate boredom-busting companion, ideal for keeping young children entertained at home or on the go.

The clever little ladybird heads to the seaside, but Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len plan to steal the mermaid's hair to sell to a famous star. Luckily, the ladybird has a clever plan to stop the thieves.

• A laugh-out-loud rhyming adventure featuring a magical mermaid.
• From Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo, with bright illustrations by Lydia Monks.
• Fourth title in the number one bestselling What the Ladybird Heard series.
• Perfect for young children to read aloud.
• Designed to keep kids busy during the summer months.

• Brand: MACMILLAN
• Author: Julia Donaldson
• Illustrator: Lydia Monks
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 32 pages
• Reading Age: 2 - 5 years
• Publication Date: 31 July 2025
• ISBN-13: 978-1035049165
• Dimensions: 250 x 4 x 250mm (25 x 0.4 x 25 cm)
• Weight: 182g
• Edition: New Edit/Cover

Enjoy more adventures with the clever little ladybird in the other titles of the series, including What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next, and What the Ladybird Heard at the Zoo.