Enriching Education: Mickey Mouse in the Classroom

 

“Hot Dog!” Parents everywhere are familiar with Mickey Mouse and the gang. While some may think that watching Mickey Mouse is merely a fun way to pass the time, Brainly, the world’s largest online learning platform and homework help community is here to show how kids’ love of all things Disney can be educational. 

 

“The best way to teach kids is to meet them where they are and incorporate things they naturally have an interest in outside of a classroom, like Disney, into your lesson plans. Whether you use these characters to teach your latest science lesson or include Mickey Mouse in your math problem, there is an educational aspect to it,” according to Brainly’s Parenting Expert Patrick Quinn. 

 

But just how is Mickey Mouse educational? In honor of Mickey Mouse Day on TODAY, November 18th, Brainly shares some ideas:

 

>> Mickey Mouse and School

Whether you’re learning about science or teaching a math lesson, teachers and educators can use Mickey Mouse as part of their lesson plans to engage students. Check out an example on Brainly!

 

>> Mickey Mouse and Math

Watching Mickey Mouse requires you to use math skills. Your child will practice their addition, subtraction, and multiplication skills all while following along to the TV. 

 

>> Check Out Those “Punny” Mickey Mouse and Friends Names

Did you know many of the Mickey Mouse and Friends’ names are rooted in Greek, Latin and more? Here are some examples: 

• Pluto – the name comes from the Greek god of the underworld. 
• Daisy – The flower name comes from the Old English word dægeseage, meaning "day's eye.

 

>> Mickey Mouse and Critical Thinking

Watching and engaging with Mickey Mouse tends to be attractive to kids because they are fun, engaging, but also informative. It requires the students to problem solve. 

 

>> Mickey Mouse and the Imagination

Mickey Mouse encourages children to use their imaginations and think outside of the box. The ability to imagine is the key to success in countless professions, including business, science, technology, education, and writing.