Singing Mermaid Reduced Pb
What’s inside...
When the Singing Mermaid joins a circus, the crowds fall in love with her. But she soon finds that living in a fish tank is no substitute for the ocean. The original enchanting story by bestselling duo Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks is complete with a specially designed Singing Mermaid toy and includes instructions to make a mermaid necklace. Did you ever go to Silversands on a sunny summer's day? Then perhaps you saw the mermaid who sang in the deep blue bay.
Age
3-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
The Mermaid
Seagull
Sam Sly
Discussion points
What do you think the mermaid feels when she sings?
Why is it important to help others, like how friends in the book help the mermaid?
Can you imagine what adventures the mermaid might have next?
How do you think the story would change if you were one of the characters?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story by asking them how they would feel in the mermaid’s situation.
Discuss the value of friendship and teamwork as depicted in the book, relating it to your child’s experiences with friends.
Stimulate your child’s imagination by asking them to think of a new adventure for the mermaid.
After reading, ask your child to draw a scene from the book, helping them connect visually and creatively with the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of empathy
Explanation: Throughout the book, the singing mermaid shows kindness and understanding towards other sea creatures, which teaches children about empathy.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by showing kindness and trying to understand the feelings of their friends and family members.
Example Lesson: Value of perseverance
Explanation: The mermaid faces various challenges but her persistent efforts help her overcome them, demonstrating the value of perseverance.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to keep trying and not give up easily when faced with difficulties in school or during play.
Example Lesson: Embrace uniqueness
Explanation: The singing mermaid's unique ability brings joy to those around her, highlighting the importance of embracing individual differences.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate what makes them and others special, promoting self-esteem and respect for diversity.
Example Lesson: Resilience in adversity
Explanation: When the mermaid is faced with adversity, her resilience shines through as she navigates her problems, teaching children to be resilient.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand that they can cope with and overcome challenges they encounter in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Importance of friendship
Explanation: The support and camaraderie among the sea creatures emphasize the importance of friendships.
Real-World Application: Children can see the value of building and maintaining positive relationships with their peers.