Baby Touch and Feel Mermaid
DK baby touch and feel Series
What’s inside...
Baby Touch and Feel Mermaid is an engaging and interactive book that introduces babies to the mystical sea world. The book involves several touch and feel elements that help in sensory development of the child. The baby can explore the magical ocean and its creatures with a cute little mermaid character. This book is perfect for the youngest mermaid fans and includes shimmery, shiny mermaids, a pearly underwater palace, and friendly sea creatures. The book features touch and feel patches, sparkly areas, and read-aloud rhymes that inspire pretend play and creativity, making it a delightful gift. Each page has a colorful character or accessory, enhancing children’s senses and aiding in language development and early reading skills. The simple design and interactive elements also help in developing fine motor skills, making it a great addition to the Baby Touch and Feel series.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-1
Length
14 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What colors do you see on the mermaid’s tail? How do they make you feel?
Can you describe how the mermaid’s scales feel? What else feels like that?
What do you think the mermaid likes to do in the ocean?
How do you think the mermaid feels when she meets new sea creatures?
If you were a friend of the mermaid, what games would you play together in the ocean?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to touch and feel different textures in the book while asking them to describe each texture.
As your child answers questions, affirm their responses to build their confidence in expressing thoughts and feelings.
Relate the mermaid’s underwater adventures to your child’s experiences, like meeting new people or visiting new places.
Use the imagery in the book to expand the conversation, asking about the environment and other potential stories happening in the background.
Imagination is key; ask your child to think of new scenarios or endings for the mermaid’s day, enhancing creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Sensory Development
Explanation: Through the tactile elements of the 'Baby Touch and Feel Mermaid' book, children are introduced to different textures that stimulate their sense of touch.
Real-World Application: Children will learn to explore and understand the world around them through sensory play, which is crucial for their cognitive and motor skills development.
Example Lesson: Vocabulary Expansion
Explanation: The book features simple words related to the mermaid’s world, which helps in enhancing a child's vocabulary and language skills.
Real-World Application: Children will be able to name and describe objects and sensations they encounter in daily life, aiding their communication abilities.
Example Lesson: Fostering Imagination
Explanation: The fantastical theme of mermaids encourages children to imagine and engage in creative play.
Real-World Application: Children will use their creativity to come up with their own stories and scenarios, enhancing their imaginative play and problem-solving skills.