New Posters from Peter H. Reynolds

Welcome your students back to the classroom with a new poster decorating the walls. Start your class on a creative thinking journey with these tips from Peter H. Reynolds on living with purpose. Choose from two options or hang up both!

New Book by Peter H. Reynolds: "I'm Here"

Exciting news: Peter H. Reynolds' much-anticipated new book, I'm Here, will be released on August 16th! I'm Here is a heartwarming story about childhood friendships, with a strong anti-bullying message encouraging children to stand up for others who may not seem to belong. We're thrilled to add it to FableVision Learning's collection of inspiring books by Peter, and we're certain it will be a wonderful addition to your collection as well! Take a moment to view the short film version of I'm Here, with original story and art by Peter H. Reynolds. The film movingly conveys the loneliness that a child on the autism spectrum often experiences, and the life-changing impact each of us can have when we reach out and embrace them. FableVision Studios created the film for SARRC (Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center). The film includes a powerful musical score by Ruth Mendelson.  

New Film in the Animation-ish Hall of Fame: The Tiny Horse

We received an excellent animated film created in Animation-ish, wonderfully produced by Dylan, a talented young student. Great job Dylan!

TWO posters from Peter H. Reynolds!

We're pleased to offer you two beautiful posters! Visit our poster gallery to see our new featured poster (and other posters from our collection!). Hang it in your classroom to help your students refocus on creativity by using their imagination. Plus, as a special bonus, we've gone into the FableVision Learning archives and chosen a classic poster for our newer subscribers. As we celebrate freedom in the USA this month, hang this poster as a reminder to be yourself and dream.

New Poster: Think Outside the Box!

Learning to think independently is an essential skill of all creative learners. Inspire your students to be original by hanging this beautiful poster by Peter H. Reynolds in your classroom!

New Poster: Who Inspires You?

Teachers inspire their students every day. Hang this poster in your classroom to help your students appreciate all the guiding stars in their lives!

Give Your Students an Affirmation of Awesomeness!

Peter H. Reynolds often emphasizes the importance of noticing and rewarding each and every student. Look around your classroom and see which students have been flying beneath your radar. All of your students want to feel connected with you, so we've created these Affirmations of Awesomeness for you to use! Pass them out to students as you notice them excelling, caring, helping, or just being themselves.

NEW Animation-ish Tutorial & Challenge!

The Challenge :

Peter H. Reynolds’ 7th grade teacher inspired him to animate math concepts, and your students can animate what they are learning as well. Motivate your students to combine the art of animation with any concept they have been learning in class. We can't wait to see what they come up with, and we'll publish a selection of outstanding entries in an upcoming blog post!

How to do it :

New to animation? No problem! We’ve collected some quick, simple resources to turn you into a pro in no time.1. First, watch this video tutorial to get an overview of Animation-ish.2. Then visit our website to download your free software trial.3. Lastly, refer to this simple quick start guide as you explore the program.

Submission Information:

When your students have completed their animation, you may email the Animation-ish file to us, or use a program like YouSendIt if the file is too large to email. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions! If you added music or titles, please send us a QuickTime movie. Be sure to follow all student privacy and parental permission guidelines as specified by your school. In your submission for each student, please include:

• Your school name and state (and country, if outside the U.S.)
• The student's first name and grade level

Please email us if you have any questions. We can't wait to see your students' animations!

Author David Smith Appearing at The Blue Bunny!

Join us at The Blue Bunny Bookstore in Dedham Square for an open house event for educators and interested patrons on May 17th, from 7-8 p.m.  Educator and author David J. Smith, creator of our award-winning curriculum Mapping the World by Heart will be presenting his new book This Child, Every Child — a groundbreaking book of statistics and stories that compare the lives of children around the world today.  Using the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child as a template to compare and contrast kids’ experiences and opportunities, Smith’s book introduces young readers to the world beyond their own borders and reveals the challenges children face in obtaining adequate food, clean water, health care, education, and more.Smith, a leader in international education and author of the bestselling book If the World Were a Village, felt compelled to share the dramatic and sobering facts about children around the world with young readers.  “These issues are not light or easy, but they affect millions of children.”  Kids Can Press, which published This Child, Every Child will donate 50% of the profits from the sales of this book to deliver books to school libraries in Haiti.Along with refreshments, raffles, and a guaranteed SUPER presentation, David’s books will be available for sale and signing.  David and the FableVision Learning team will also talk about his geography product Mapping the World by Heart.  Learn more about David J. Smith on his website: www.mapping.com.Learn more about the event here. All are welcome!

New Poster: I Believe in Me!

Check out this free downloadable poster! Give your students the confidence to put pen to paper and express themselves. This PDF includes two versions of this beautiful poster featuring a poem and illustration by Peter H. Reynolds. Inspire your class to reach for the stars!

Watch Peter H. Reynolds' Keynote at ASCD online - LIVE! Sunday 3/27/11 at 10 AM PST / 1 PM EST

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Thousands of educators around the world have been inspired by Peter's uplifting message. If you'll be attending the ASCD 2011 conference in San Francisco, don't miss this opportunity to hear his keynote in person! The keynote will take place on Sunday, March 27th, 1:00 PM EST/10:00 AM PST, at the second General Session at ASCD. Can't make it to the conference? Watch the live stream of the keynote. NOTE: The keynote will not be archived, so make sure you mark your calendar for this time!At ASCD? Be sure to also drop by FableVision Learning Booth #603 to meet our team! For more information on ASCD 2011, click here.

You're Invited! "Water Wonders" Book Release Party

Please join us for the upcoming "Water Wonders" Book Release Party!

Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) and The National Writing Project (NWP) have once again teamed up with Boston-based educational media production firm FableVision to create an exciting new early literacy-meets-STEM resource for children, parents, and educators. Join us in celebrating the release of The Curious Adventures of Sydney and Symon in: Water Wonders.

When: Tuesday, February 22, 2011 from 5:30–8:00pm

Where: FableVision Studios at Children's Wharf

308 Congress Street, (Top Floor of the Boston Children's Museum) Boston, MA 02210

Please RSVP to

caryn@fablevision.com

or 617.956.5700.