The Study of Mermaids: An Art and History Unit

The Study of Mermaids unit dives into the history of mermaids including mermaid tales from around the world. Art elements are interwoven through practice and art study. The beautiful overlap of these subjects culminates in a fun unit project of writing a mermaid story based on a mermaid created by your child. The open and go Study of Mermaids unit includes:

Parent Pack 32 pages
Unit Overview
Print, supply, and book list
17 Lessons

Curriated video links with QR codes
Art Cards
Fairy Tale Elements page
Map


Student Pack 44 pages
Lesson pages
26 Coloring pages


Mermaid Activity Pack 33 pages
Letter Match
Scavenger Hunt Cards
Storyboard and Characters
Counting Cards
Silhouette Matching Cards/Memory Game
Save the Clownfish Board Game
Sorting Jars
Mermaid Cafe Banner
Cafe Sign
Open/Close Sign
Play Money
Food and Beverages

This unit was created for elementary age students. Does NOT come with the anchor books. You will need to borrow them from the local library, state inter library loan, or purchase new/second hand. It should also be noted that historical paintings of mermaids are often topless. You can cover these with a sticky note or, if you own the book, add your own permanent marker seashell bra. Required books are:

Mermaid Tales from Around the World by Mary Pope Osborne
The Very Short, and Entirely True History of Mermaids by Sarah Laskow
Animal Family by Randall Jarrell (there are free audio versions linked within the unit)
Ocean animal book of choice

Note: This is a digital download. No physical items will be mailed to you. Due to the nature of digital products, they are not elegible for returns/refunds. Downloading access is limited between different devices. For the same device, access won't be limited. Upon purchase, you will receive an email receipt and be sent to a confirmation page where you will be able to download your product.  You will receive a PDF file for printing on regular 8.5”x11” paper.