More Examples of Dot Artwork!

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International Dot Day was a huge success! Pictures are still flooding in!

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Using "The Grey Ghost" in the Classroom

Based on the book The Grey Ghost by children's author Julie Hahnke, this film demonstrates the potential for using animation to illustrate curriculum topics. A brief summary of The Grey Ghost:

When Black Duncan Campbell starts attacking his neighbors in 1526 Scotland, eleven-year-old Angus suddenly finds himself the sole survivor of Clan Macnab. Aided by a goshawk and a pine marten, and urged forward by a mysterious luna moth, Angus must uncover his clan’s heritage, reveal ancient secrets, and try to end the Campbells’ rampage.

This film highlights three curriculum topics from The Grey Ghost: navigation and map reading, the internal gearing of a Medieval grist mill, and the life cycle of a luna moth. The film was developed by interns at FableVision Learning who worked closely with Julie Hahnke to bring The Grey Ghost to life. All animations were created with FableVision Learning’s Animation-ish™ program, designed for grades K-12.

Dot Day All Over the USA!

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Keep coming back to this space for more "Dots" from Dot Day!! Ann Gargula Library Media Specialist Webster Hill School West Hartford, CT Sent these:

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The First Dot for "Dot Day!"

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My picture symbolizes that you are always thinking.  All the little dots are thoughts you have.  The bigger red, silver, and blue circles are big ideas.  Your brain is always thinking. Grace B. Grade 4.

International Dot Day

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Super FableVision and Dot fan, Maryann Molishus, has created a Google Map for everyone to share how they are celebrating "International Dot Day."  It is public so everyone can share where they are and what they are doing on Sept. 15ish.  Go to http://www.crsd.org/molishus and click on International Dot Day. Thanks, Maryann!!

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Peter H. Reynolds' book "The Dot" is about to have a sixth birthday. It's original Candlewick Press publication date was September 15, 2003. Celebrations will happen all around the world to commemorate this classic book that has inspired so many.

Here is how you can take part. On or around September 15, read the book "The Dot" to some kids or adult kids. Then have them paint dots. Huge dots, little dots, dots without painting dots, you know how it goes.

Take pictures and/or video of the dot creation (or the final project) and email them to terry@reynoldstlc.org. Even if you aren’t currently in a classroom, you can do this with your family or a group of friends. Paint your own happy, creative, joyful dot! Frame the final project and join in the fun!!!The author, Peter H. Reynolds, wrote this about Dot Day,

"Spread the word... Dot Day.. read The Dot, wear dots, eat dots, draw dots, frame dots, connect the dots, splurge on art supplies, try a new medium - a new instrument, write a poem, rearrange your furniture, reconnect the dots with an old friend, make something, make something with a friend, share your creativity with the world. No strict rules on how to celebrate!"

Animation-Ish Reviewed on "The Digital Lifestyle"

"The Digital Lifestyle" has reviewed the program "Animation-Ish" on their YouTube channel.  Although they suggest that you need a tablet to create (you don't, but it comes in handy)....It's a great review.

The Blue Shoes

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A Fable Friend sent this email about the Telefable, "The Blue Shoes""

I wrote to you when I first got Blue Shoes several years ago. I want to reiterate how wonderful it is. As a school counselor I am always looking for ways to teach the children. I use Blue Shoes to teach diversity and friendship. I show that video and then we have discussions according to the grade level. The video works so well. I only have 30 minutes in a classroom. The video is short which leaves me plenty of time to develop the concept with the children. I would love to have a whole room full of videos like this that would teach such a profound lesson with such simplicity. I always have ideas. Maybe I should share them with you. Thanks again for such a great product." 

Jan WaringCheck out "The Blue Shoes" and other Telefables here.

Another Blogger Highlights Animation-Ish

Blogger Brenda, in her Journey Zone post called "Thoughts About NECC 2009", says this about Animation-Ish, "A new release from Fablevision is an amazing software called Animation-Ish ...and yes...it comes from the writer of the book Ish, Peter Reynolds! I'm going to order that software and give it a whirl this summer. The interface is playful, creative and downright gorgeous." She also mentions the "Constructivist Consortium," which FableVision was a founding member company.

Animation-Ish Featured on Blog Highlighting a Classroom History Lesson

Andrew B. Watt, on a recent blog post, demonstrates how Animation-Ish could be used in a classroom history lesson. Please check it out!

Students vow to be more creative in a "Pledge-Ish"

When creative Ambassador Anna Adam worked with her Tech Club students on Animation-Ish, at first the kids seemed afraid to make mistakes. So, after hearing the book "Ish" they came up with a "Pledge-Ish"

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Upon hearing about the amazing students, Peter H. Reynolds created this piece of art!