Ariel’s Day Out
Little Mermaid Stories for Kids
Dorktales Podcast: Episode 136
Redge is taking Ariel, the little mermaid, on a photography adventure through Once Upon a Time to find the most magical and extraordinary things the land has to offer. Her search quickly turns into a day of delightful distractions, from flipping flapjacks at Granny’s Diner, to exploring little thing-a-ma-jigs in the community garden, to having fits of fascination over the library. As Ariel zooms in on unexpected details, she discovers that magical moments can be found in the most ordinary places.
BONUS! Grab the free activity worksheet and color page for Ariel’s Day Out!
PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: This little mermaid adventure stories for kids encourages them to slow down, pay attention to the world around them, and find magic in everyday moments. Ariel’s fascination with everyday objects highlights the value of observation and perspective-taking. When Ariel worries that she has failed at her photography mission, Redge helps her reframe her disappointment and recognize she did achieve what she set out to do, even though the day didn’t go as planned.
FREE GUIDE FOR THIS EPISODE!
Grab your free guide with list of story and SEL themes, and conversation starter questions. This guide encourages deep thinking and helps young listeners relate the episode’s themes to their own experiences and perspectives.
Podcast Episode Credits
Narration, Voice Over and Podcast Host: Jonathan Cormur
Voice of Ariel and Cat E. Piller: Sophie
Scriptwriters: Kristin Schmitz and Molly Murphy
Director/Show Producer: Molly Murphy
Sound Production, Audio Editing and Mastering: Jermaine Hamilton
Podcast Episode Illustration: Arthur Lin
Title Design and Layout: Jeri DeMartini
Listen to our first little mermaid stories for kids episode, Riddle of Red Herring Reef, where Jonathan and Redge go under the Fantasea to help Ariel solve the mystery of the missing art.
Dorktales Fan Page
Come to the Dorktales Fan page, the place where the magic of Dorktales Storytime continues beyond the podcast. Discover activities, coloring pages, fan challenges, and other fun extras inspired by your favorite Dorktales adventures. Plus, there are lots of ways to share your artwork, questions, and story ideas with Jonathan and Redge.