If you saw the movie or heard the story of Ariel, then you know something about mermaids. Dive deeper about their history and fascination with the following activities.
CONNECT:
- Get the truth about mermaids at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWAY1EaEzlk
- Read mermaid tales (not tails) from around the world at https://www.yunastories.com/blog/reading-for-kids/stories/mermaid-tales-around-the-world
- Discover how mermaids are portrayed in popular culture at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DUrrabtuxo
CREATE:
- Get crafty with mermaid crafts at https://studiodiy.com/mermaid-crafts/
- Plan a mermaid party with these games and other activities at https://sugarspiceandglitter.com/15-mermaid-party-games-activities/
- Try these fun mermaid beach activities at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHBx1ciEdp8
CARE:
- Learn how to be a water safety hero at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8EnnUaHK4k
- Don’t get fooled by mermaid hoaxes like this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lx7EQnlNxXE
- Manatees are sometimes mistaken for mermaids. See how to save a manatee “mermaid” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEGgGNUy38M
CAREER:
Want to make a
splash with a mermaid/merman career? You could perform in a sea-based show, write
or tell stories about them, create art with mermaid motifs, or even manufacture
and sell mermaid items. Here are a few samples.
- Mermaid-related careers: https://www.mermapp.com/mermaid-career-guide
- Professional mermaids: https://www.sheroesentertainment.com/so-cal-mermaids
- Mermaid summer job: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRlTUDLG9AY
