Little Miss Trouble and the Mermaid
Mr. Men, Little Miss Series
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What’s inside...
In this magical adventure, Little Miss Trouble finds herself in a bit of mischief when she stumbles upon a mermaid. Determined to make a splash, she enlists the help of Mr. Tickle, Mr. Bump, and others from the Mr. Men and Little Miss series, embarking on an underwater journey full of fun, challenges, and unexpected friendships. A mer-tastic tale in the Mr Men Magic series begins when Little Miss Trouble catches a mermaid with her fishing rod. She finds herself at the beginning of a watery adventure that will teach her an important lesson. This colorful adventure, with a sparkly glittery cover, has been adapted to an upsized picture book format which will delight children of two years and upwards. The Mr Men and Little Miss Magic series takes kids on a series of sparkling adventures where they meet some extraordinary characters including a dragon, an ogre, a mermaid, a princess, a fairy, pirates and many others.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Little Miss Trouble
Discussion points
How do you think Little Miss Trouble felt when she met the mermaid? What would you do if you were in her shoes?
What lessons can we learn from the way the mermaid handled the situation?
Why is it important to think about the consequences of our actions, like Little Miss Trouble learns in the story?
How do you think the story would change if Little Miss Trouble made different choices?
In what ways can we help someone who is feeling mischievous to make better choices?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the characters to life, which can help your child better understand their emotions and actions.
Pause at key moments in the story to ask your child what they think might happen next, fostering their prediction skills.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene, which can lead into a deeper discussion about the story’s messages.
Compare the characters’ actions in the book with real-life situations, helping your child apply the lessons learned in the story to their own experiences.
Highlight the consequences of Little Miss Trouble’s actions and ask your child how they might have handled the situation differently, promoting critical thinking and ethical reasoning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: In 'Little Miss Trouble and the Mermaid,' Little Miss Trouble learns that her mischievous actions have consequences when her tricks lead to unexpected results.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by thinking about the potential outcomes of their actions before they act, which is crucial for developing responsible decision-making skills.
Example Lesson: Empathy and kindness
Explanation: As Little Miss Trouble interacts with the mermaid, she learns the importance of treating others with kindness and empathy, contrasting her earlier mischievous behavior.
Real-World Application: This story encourages children to treat their peers with kindness and to consider the feelings of others, fostering empathy and social skills.
Example Lesson: The power of apology
Explanation: When Little Miss Trouble realizes the consequences of her actions, she learns the importance of apologizing, which helps to resolve conflicts.
Real-World Application: Children can learn that saying sorry and making amends is an important part of resolving conflicts and maintaining friendships in their everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The inclusion of a mermaid character and magical elements in the story sparks creativity and prompts children to use their imagination.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to create their own stories or play imaginatively, developing their creative thinking and problem-solving skills.