I received a copy of Barbie in a Mermaid Tale to review last week. I knew my 4 year old daughter would absolutely love it since she loves Barbie AND mermaids right now. She didn’t know it was coming and when I opened the box you should have heard her screech. She was so excited and wanted to watch it immediately. The boys weren’t quite so excited, and honestly? That’s quite alright with me – time for a  “Girl Party” as my daughter says.

In the movie, Merliah is a surf champion who is also a mermaid princess, although no one knows this about her.  It has a slight resemblance to Little Mermaid only in that there is also an evil mermaid who attempts to take over the throne.  As Merliah goes between two worlds, she learns the value of family and how to choose the things that are really important in life.  She also learns how to be true to herself and not just do what other people think is the best option for her. Will Merliah follow her mother’s wishes or will she choose to do her own thing? Filled with bright colors, a princess, a dairing surfer girl (my daughter loved the part where they surf the waves), an evil fish and a pet seal,the movie is sure to keep the attention of your little princess.   

My daughter says – “It’s cute. I liked the purple mermaid(girl) and how it took the necklace to turn into a mermaid.  I liked…thinking…thinking…” ok, so she couldn’t think of anything else but as soon as it was done she wanted to watch it again.

Released in the beginning of March, the movie is just in time for an Easter present if you do Easter baskets.  Once she opens it, pop some popcorn and have a “Girl Party”. Barbie in A Mermaid Tale 2 is currently on sale for $13.49 on Amazon and is a great deal when you look at it in perspective. Instead of  going to the movies and spending $24-$38 on a movie and some popcorn, buy the movie, pop some popcorn, get some juice boxes and have some fun. I know my daughter’s ideal “Girl Party” includes nail polish, a girly movie and some snacks. Sorry, no boys allowed.

You may also be able to get free shipping on orders $25+ through this link- Mattel  and using code WHEELSFAN25. They have a variety of Barbie Mermaid toys, including Barbie Merliah, featured below.

**Disclaimer: I received no financial compensation for this review. I received a complimentary copy to watch and review. All opinions stated are my own.