Moving to a new home is a big adventure, but it can also bring big feelings - excitement, sadness, worry, and curiosity all at once. As parents, we want to validate all emotions, help our children adjust, and make the transition as smooth as possible, but finding the right words to comfort and reassure them can be tricky. That’s where Molly the Moving Mermaid comes in!
This real letter, delivered straight to your child’s post box, has been written by an Early Childhood Educator in consultation with a psychologist to provide a gentle, age-appropriate way to navigate the emotions of moving. Through the heartfelt undersea story of her own big move to a new cave, Molly helps children understand that it’s okay to feel wobbly, home is more than just a place, and new adventures are waiting to be discovered. This letter helps children process their feelings while easing the transition and creating excitement for their new home.
What’s Inside the Envelope?
📜 A Letter from Molly the Moving Mermaid
Printed on luxe, thick paper and sealed with a custom, sparkly seashell wax seal, this beautifully illustrated letter helps children feel understood and supported as they navigate their own move. Mermaid Molly shares how she missed her old cave, felt unsure in her new one, and eventually discovered that home is more than a place -it’s the love, laughter, and memories we bring with us.
🌊 A large “Home is Where the Love is Around You” Sticker
A large shimmering sticker of the golden key mermaid Molly uses to open the door to her new home. Perfect to stick near their journal, on a suitcase, or in their room as a reminder that they carry the magic of home with them, no matter where they go.
🎶 A Comforting & Encouraging Moving Poem
A gentle rhyme to help children feel excited and reassured about their move.
🖍️ Colouring-In Pages
Encourages creativity while reinforcing the message - kids can design their own dream mermaid cave and imagine all the special things that make a home feel magical.
Why Parents Love This Letter
✔️ Makes Parenting Easier – Provides a ready-made, magical way to talk about moving without stress.
✔️ Supports a Seamless Transition – Helps children feel prepared and positive about their new home while acknowledging big emotions.
✔️ Eases Big Feelings – Helps children understand that feeling sad and excited at the same time is normal.
✔️ Builds Resilience & Confidence – Encourages kids to embrace change and see the adventure in new beginnings.
✔️ Expert-Backed & Reassuring – Written by an Early Childhood Educator in consultation with a psychologist to ensure it is age-appropriate, gentle, and supportive.
✔️ Creates a Special Mailbox Moment – Because nothing beats the magic of receiving a real letter addressed just to them!
