Tallulah: Mermaid of the Great Lakes by Denise Brennan-Nelson

Recommended for ages 6+

Video Summary

Every mermaid has their own gemstone that makes their tails sparkle, but Tallulah still can’t find hers even after searching for a year! She decides to search in the Great Lakes despite the other mermaids telling her she belongs in the sea. Tallulah is discouraged as her tail is still dull, but when she finds her gemstone in the last lake, she finally realizes where she belongs.

Video Instructions

Video #1: For a more in depth understanding of the books, we have provided a video retelling an in-class story. Each pass through the text or illustrations allows students to dive deeper into the story’s meaning, preparing them for more complex narratives down the road.

Video #2 & Worksheet: Parents may print the worksheet corresponding to the story. In the second video, Ms Liann will guide students through completing the worksheet. Younger students will learn the appropriate sizes, shapes, and sounds of letters. Older students will learn the spelling of new words, helpful phonics rules, and how to write in complete sentences.