Blast Off With These Stellar Posters by Peter H. Reynolds!

UPDATE: This poster is no longer available to download for free, but you can now download it from our online store, along with other inspiring posters by Peter H. Reynolds.*** Peter H. Reynolds and the FableVision Team were over the moon when we hosted astronaut Col. Chris Hadfield and his wife Helene last week. In fact, we were so inspired that we're sharing these two stellar posters by Peter:

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Share this poster to get students excited about STEAM — Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Show them that arts-fueled STEM is out of this world!

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Display this classic poster to encourage your students to look beyond the test and towards the future — and to remind them of the "fuel" they can harness on their journeys toward their own bright futures.

You can learn more about Col. Hadfield by watching his spectacular YouTube videos - many of which were filmed in outer space!

New Peter H. Reynolds Poster: We're a 5 C's Classroom

Display this new downloadable poster by Peter H. Reynolds to help students keep the 5 C's in mind. Enjoy!

Peter H. Reynolds Poster: We're a 5 C's Classroom

Autism Awareness Month Resources from FableVision Learning

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April is Autism Awareness Month, and we have some great resources to help you explore diversity and discuss inclusion with your students. You can watch the free film online with your students today!

Written about a boy on the autism spectrum, I'm Here features a strong anti-bullying message and reminds us that all children — and the friendships they make — can take flight in unexpected ways. Consider adding this powerful book to your library!

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Also, don't miss the FREE I'm Here Educator's Activity Guide, written by SARRC (The Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center) and designed by FableVision Learning. This guide comes with several detailed activities that will help you explore the themes of I'm Here with your students.

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You might also consider integrating the book and film Wings of EPOH into your Autism Awareness activities. Wings of EPOH is the story of a young boy on the autism spectrum who goes on a journey with an unlikely friend, a butterfly named Epoh ("hope" spelled backward). It was written by acclaimed author and Holocaust survivor Gerda Weissmann Klein and lovingly illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. There is a teacher's guide you can purchase as well.

We also recommend the following articles and websites, which offer a tremendous amount of information and other resources:

Huffington Post Blog: "Making a Difference: The World of Giving — April is Autism Awareness Month" by Lisa M. Dietz

SARRC (Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center) Website: There is a great deal of helpful information there! You can learn more about SARRC’s program offerings and social skills curriculum (see the FRIEND program info at the bottom of the page).

The Autism Society Website: Check out the "About Autism" and "Living With Autism" sections — they provide an enormous amount of information to help educate others about the autism spectrum.

Autism Speaks offers wonderful resources, too. Visit the "What is Autism?" page for a wealth of information. The Family Services section also has fantastic resources, and there is a blog section that connects families with children on the autism spectrum with other families. Lastly, Autism Speaks recently partnered up with the Home Depot, which will be selling blue Defiant LED Lanterns and blue light bulbs through the end of April. A portion of each sale will go to Autism Speaks to fund research, advocacy, family services, and awareness for families struggling with this disorder.

Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago "maximizes independence and creates opportunities for people with disabilities and other special needs to live, learn, work and play in their communities by providing a lifespan of premier services." On their homepage, look under the What's New section — you'll spot some news articles about autism. You can also learn more about autism at their About Autism page.

Let us know how you'll be honoring Autism Awareness Month with your students. We love hearing what creative educators are up to!

Peter H. Reynolds' Gift to You: Create Your Own Plant A Kiss Seed Packet

Inspired by the book Plant A Kiss (written by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds) this printable PDF by Peter provides an easy-to-assemble template for a seed packet. Simply print, cut out, and assemble — and don't forget to seal it with a kiss!

As the school year transitions into spring, think in terms of "planting it forward." Start sowing seeds for your students — a love of writing, a fascination with math, a curiosity about science, a passion for vocabulary, global thinking, an appreciation for social studies...

What creative activities do you have planned for spring this year?

From Peter H. Reynolds: Inspire Students to Commit to Their Goals for 2013

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January is a perfect time to encourage students to commit to goals for the year ahead! Download these goal cards by Peter H. Reynolds, cut them out, and distribute them to your class. Ask each student to write one important goal for the year ahead and sign it as part of his or her commitment to working towards that goal. Post the cards on a bulletin board or classroom wall and check in with students from time to time to see what progress they have made. A little encouragement and a few reminders will go a long way!

Download the goal cards template or click below:

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How do you help your students commit to their goals? Comment below to share your tips!

International Dot Day. . . in Antarctica!

So cool! We were blown away by these photos of International Dot Day festivities in Antarctica from educator and researcher Jean Pennycook, who studies Adélie Penguins. Dot Day, an unofficial celebration of creativity based on Peter H. Reynolds' award-winning book The Dot, has now officially been celebrated on all SEVEN continents! Thanks to Lorraine Leo, Terry Shay, Bill Norris, and Janet Reynolds for "connecting the dots" and getting The Dot down to Ross Island for this tux-only event.

New Peter H. Reynolds Poster! Celebrate Digital Learning Day on February 6, 2013

On February 6th, we invite you to join us in celebrating Digital Learning Day, a national celebration of teachers that shines a spotlight on successful instructional technology practice in the classroom.

In honor of this spectacular day, and to applaud the powerful impact digital learning can have on students' lives, Peter H. Reynolds created this fun downloadable poster:

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Spread the word about Digital Learning Day by proudly displaying this printable poster on your classroom wall, and encourage your colleagues and students to join in the fun!

Visit the official Digital Learning Day website to learn more and sign up today.

FableVision Learning's Gift to You: Free Peter H. Reynolds Greeting Cards!

As a little holiday gift, we wanted to share these free greeting cards featuring art by New York Times best-selling author/illustrator Peter H. Reynolds. Here are the quick and easy steps for creating your cards:

1. Print this downloadable PDF on cardstock or thick paper.

2. Cut along the red horizontal dotted line.

3. Fold each card along the vertical gray dotted line.

4. Add your own unique message to the inside of the card. Let someone in your life know you're thinking of them this season!

Click here to download the greeting card PDF:

Writing Tips from Peter H. Reynolds: "Finding the Words That Feel Write"

Do you sometimes feel "stuck" when it comes to writing? Download a PDF of this article by New York Times best-selling illustrator and author Peter H. Reynolds — he offers great advice on "finding the words that feel write" and reclaiming the joy of writing just for oneself.  

Peter H. Reynolds Honored at 26th Annual Champion of Arts Education Advocacy Awards

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Peter H. Reynolds was honored today at the Massachusetts State House during the 26th Annual Champion of Arts Education Advocacy Awards.

Along with other award recipients including legislators, art teachers, administrators, and students, Peter was recognized for his extraordinary work in promoting arts education. Other awardees included Anita Walker, executive director of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, MA Senator Stanley Rosenberg, MA Representative Alice Peisch, Ernie Boch, Jr. and his Music Drives Us Foundation, and others. Early in the day-long celebration, Peter read from his best-selling book The Dot and spoke about the importance of creativity.

New Poster from Peter H. Reynolds — International Teacher Appreciation Year!

We're BIG fans of National Teacher Appreciation Day — and Week — and we were thrilled to hear how many of you enjoyed the Brightest Stars poster we posted in honor of wonderful teachers. However, we think teachers also deserve a whole year of appreciation — and we love all teachers around the world. Together, one educated planet will move the world to a better place. Download this International Teacher Appreciation Year poster by Peter H. Reynolds. We're so thankful for all you do — may you feel appreciated all year long!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! A Special Poster for You...

We are so grateful to the many teachers who are inspiring their students and moving the world to a better place. As a thank you, we've re-released our popular "Brightest Stars" poster. You can download the PDF for free now through January 11, 2013!