Disney's the Little Mermaid Can You Find the Differences?: A Seek & See Book
Seek & See Series
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What’s inside...
A little sea princess, longing to be human, trades her mermaid's tail for legs to win the love of a prince. The story is brought to life with layers of full-color art on acetate windows that take children into the sunken ship where Ariel and Flounder search for something that means more to Ariel than any buried treasure. The book includes five spreads.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What differences did you notice between the two pictures of Ariel and her friends? How did it make you feel?
Which scene was your favorite to explore for differences, and why?
If you could create a new scene for Ariel and her friends, what would it look like and what differences would you include?
How do you think Ariel feels when she discovers something new? Can you relate to her feelings?
What have you learned about paying attention to details from this book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe what they see in the pictures, not just the differences, to enhance their observation and language skills. Ask them how each scene makes them feel to connect emotionally with the characters. Use the differences they spot as a springboard to discuss the importance of attention to detail in daily life. Finally, celebrate their successes in finding differences to boost their confidence and enjoyment in the activity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Attention to detail
Explanation: As children search for differences between similar images, they learn to focus and pay closer attention to detail.
Real-World Application: This skill helps children in academic settings, such as when they need to spot differences in mathematical patterns or errors in their own work.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: Finding the differences requires time and careful observation, teaching children the value of patience.
Real-World Application: This can translate to better emotional regulation and persistence in challenging tasks in school or during activities.
Example Lesson: Observational skills
Explanation: This book encourages children to observe nuances between pictures, enhancing their observational skills.
Real-World Application: Enhanced observational skills can aid children in understanding complex information and in social interactions by noticing non-verbal cues.
Example Lesson: Memory enhancement
Explanation: Remembering details from one image while comparing it to another bolsters memory retention.
Real-World Application: This skill is crucial for academic learning and can help children remember instructions or sequences in their daily routines.
Example Lesson: Joy of accomplishment
Explanation: Completing the seek-and-find challenges provides a sense of achievement.
Real-World Application: This boosts their confidence and can encourage a positive attitude towards completing tasks or learning new skills.