Melissa McCarthy -- who can now be seen playing the sea witch Ursula in the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid -- is set to read aloud the children's story, Tropical Terry, next week on the CBeebies British TV programming block.
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"Helping to settle the nation's children to sleep, Melissa will tell the tale of Tropical Terry by Jarvis, a story about friendship, self-esteem, acceptance and learning to love who you are," a press release from the British broadcaster said.
McCarthy's episode will air on CBeebies and via BBC iPlayer on Friday.
The actress' other credits include Bridesmaids, Mike & Molly, The Heat, Nine Perfect Strangers and Can You Ever Forgive Me?