Wes Fryer talks about the importance of "Animation-Ish"

"Kids need digital tools which support creative expression.

Kids need encouragement and space to make choices in expressing themselves creatively.

Kids need opportunities to learn how to make their own creative products by observing other learners creating and sharing. A step-by-step manual and lesson plan may not be needed at all. Time to observe, listen, and be mentored is what’s essential.

Kids need opportunities to share and celebrate their creations with others.

Thanks to Deb Barrows for taking the time to teach Sarah about Animation-ish at ACTEM, and to Cheryl for engaging as a reflective observer as well as participant in this process as well."

Please check out his blog post here.

4th Grader quickly learns how to use Animation-ish on a Smart Board

Sarah, grade 4, created a thank you animation for Cheryl Oakes on Oct. 15, 2009 at the ACTEM (Association of Computer Teacher Educators of Maine) Conference. She was co-presenting with her dad, Wesley Fryer, digital computer consultant, from Oklahoma. Sarah quickly learned how to use Animation-ish on the Smart Board to create this thank you movie for her new friend, Cheryl Oakes, Collaborative Content Coach for Technology, Wells, Maine. Check out more reactions at Cheryl's blog here!

Pictures From Dot Day in Teacher Gaby's Classroom

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Portugal and Pennsylvania Dots!

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Dots from Portugal!! Goodnoe Elementary School, Newtown, PA -- 3D Dots!!  Thanks to Maryann for sharing!

Community College Dots

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Our friend, Sue, had her students create dots.

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.

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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!"