Ariel Underwater

Benefits

Develops creativity, language skills, and narrative structure understanding.

How to do it

1. Look at the Ariel coloring page and imagine a story about her underwater adventures.
2. Gather materials like paper and pencils to jot down your ideas.
3. Start with a simple plot: where does Ariel go, who does she meet, and what challenges does she face?
4. Illustrate key moments from your story on another piece of paper.
5. Share your story with family or friends!

What you'll need

• Paper
• Pencils
• Colored markers

Benefits

Enhances observational skills, teamwork, and physical activity.

How to do it

1. Hide sea-themed items (like fish toys, shells, or blue balloons) around your room or yard.
2. Give participants a checklist of the items to find.
3. Set a timer for added excitement!
4. Encourage teamwork by having kids help each other find the items.
5. Once all items are found, gather to discuss what each creature is.

What you'll need

• Sea creature toys or items
• Checklists

Benefits

Boosts creativity, fine motor skills, and spatial awareness.

How to do it

1. Color the Ariel page and cut her out carefully.
2. Gather a shoebox and decorate it to look like an underwater scene (blue paper for water, green for seaweed).
3. Glue Ariel and other cut-out creatures inside the diorama.
4. Add extra decorations like glitter for bubbles or sand for the ocean floor.
5. Share your diorama with friends or family and explain your underwater world.

What you'll need

• Shoebox
• Colored paper
• Glue
• Scissors
• Glitter

Benefits

Teaches about marine life, ecosystems, and color mixing.

How to do it

1. Research what a coral reef looks like and the colors involved.
2. Use the Ariel page to create a background scene with coral reefs.
3. Mix different colors of paint to create vibrant coral shapes on paper.
4. Once dry, glue Ariel on top of the reef scene.
5. Discuss the importance of coral reefs and marine life with your peers.

What you'll need

• Ariel coloring page
• Paints
• Paintbrushes
• Paper

Benefits

Promotes physical activity, mindfulness, and flexibility.

How to do it

1. Select a comfortable space and lay down yoga mats or towels.
2. Introduce some simple yoga poses inspired by sea creatures (e.g., fish pose, dolphin pose).
3. Incorporate storytelling by narrating Ariel's adventures as you do each pose.
4. Encourage deep breathing and relaxation at the end of the session.
5. Finish with a discussion about how movement feels in water.

What you'll need

• Yoga mats or towels

Benefits

Boosts listening skills, creativity, and emotional expression.

How to do it

1. Play ocean sounds or music while coloring the Ariel page.
2. Discuss with children what they imagine an underwater world sounds like.
3. Encourage children to express their feelings about the colors they choose based on the sounds.
4. Let them share their colored page and describe the sounds they heard while coloring.
5. Create a group ocean sound collage by mimicking sea creatures' sounds together.

What you'll need

• Ocean sound clips
• Ariel coloring page
• Colored pencils or crayons

Benefits

Enhances memory, knowledge about marine biology, and critical thinking skills.

How to do it

1. Create flashcards with marine life facts and images of sea creatures.
2. Color the Ariel page and name the sea creatures on it.
3. Match the facts to the corresponding creatures on the coloring page.
4. Play in pairs to see who can get the most matches.
5. Discuss why each fact is important and what each creature does in the ecosystem.

What you'll need

• Flashcards with facts and images
• Ariel coloring page

Benefits

Encourages physical activity, rhythm understanding, and social interaction.

How to do it

1. Play music from 'The Little Mermaid' or other ocean-themed tunes.
2. Invite children to dance like different sea creatures, imitating their movements.
3. Encourage creativity by having kids come up with their own underwater dance moves.
4. Take turns showing off dance moves inspired by Ariel and her adventures.
5. End the party with a discussion about how music makes them feel underwater.

What you'll need

• Music player
• Ariel-themed music

Benefits

Develops public speaking skills, confidence, and artistic expression.

How to do it

1. Color the Ariel page using a variety of colors and techniques.
2. Once complete, mount it on a larger piece of paper or cardboard.
3. Organize an art show at home or in the classroom, inviting friends or family.
4. Have each artist present their work and share what inspired them.
5. Discuss the different styles and colors used in each piece.

What you'll need

• Ariel coloring page
• Mounting paper or cardboard
• Art supplies

Benefits

Enhances spatial awareness, map skills, and creativity.

How to do it

1. Draw a simple map layout on paper, marking areas like 'Coral Reef' and 'Ariel’s Cave.'
2. Color the Ariel page and cut out Ariel and her treasures.
3. Glue Ariel and the treasures onto the map in the appropriate spots.
4. Use symbols or colors to represent different features on the map.
5. Share the maps and have a 'treasure hunt' to find the marked treasures.

What you'll need

• Paper
• Colored pencils or crayons
• Scissors
• Glue