Podcast appearances and mentions of Peter H Reynolds

The Dot, by Peter H Reynolds

️ Hoy en AMADAG TV / La Teoría de la Mente nos embarcamos en una nueva etapa: después de un largo tiempo explorando la música y los mensajes que nos deja en la vida cotidiana, cambiamos de rumbo hacia el fascinante mundo de los cuentos. En este episodio, vamos a reflexionar sobre el perfeccionismo, ese concepto que a menudo se confunde con excelencia pero que, llevado al extremo, puede convertirse en una fuente de ansiedad e insatisfacción. A través del cuento “Casi” de Peter H. Reynolds, descubrimos una tierna y poderosa metáfora sobre cómo la búsqueda de la perfección puede limitar nuestra creatividad y, en muchos casos, nuestra felicidad. Hablamos sobre el impacto del perfeccionismo en nuestra vida personal y profesional, cómo puede ser una trampa emocional, y por qué es tan importante aprender a abrazar nuestras imperfecciones. Además, profundizamos en investigaciones como las de D. E. Hamachek sobre los diferentes tipos de perfeccionismo (el normal y el neurótico), y analizamos cómo las preocupaciones perfeccionistas afectan nuestra autoestima, salud mental y bienestar general. También exploramos referencias culturales, como el documental "La Búsqueda" de Paco de Lucía y la metáfora visual de Inside Out, para ilustrar cómo este fenómeno se manifiesta en nuestras vidas. ✨ ¿Qué te proponemos? Un decálogo antiperfeccionismo que te ayudará a liberarte de las exigencias poco realistas y a vivir una vida más auténtica, funcional y plena. Desde aprender a valorar el camino en lugar de los resultados, hasta actuar sin esperar el momento perfecto, estas claves pueden ser un gran paso hacia una relación más saludable contigo mismo. Reflexiona con nosotros sobre preguntas clave: ¿Es el perfeccionismo siempre algo positivo? ¿Cómo podemos encontrar un equilibrio entre el esfuerzo y la autoaceptación? ¿Qué rol juega nuestra sociedad en la glorificación de la perfección de élite? Escucha este episodio para descubrir herramientas prácticas, inspiración y una narrativa que te llevará a pensar de manera diferente sobre tus propios estándares y expectativas. Porque, como dice el cuento, a veces ser “casi perfecto” es más que suficiente. 5 Títulos atractivos para el episodio: "El cuento que desmonta el perfeccionismo: Reflexión sobre ‘Casi' de Peter H. Reynolds" "Perfeccionismo: ¿Amigo o enemigo? Lecciones desde la literatura y la vida" "Cómo dejar ir la perfección y abrazar la vida: Decálogo antiperfeccionismo" "‘Casi': Un cuento que transforma nuestra visión del éxito y la creatividad" "Perfección vs. Progreso: Reflexiones que cambiarán tu vida" 25 Keywords: perfeccionismo, antiperfeccionismo, casi peter h reynolds, cuento sobre perfeccionismo, perfeccionismo normal y neurótico, autoaceptación, ansiedad perfeccionismo, creatividad y perfección, éxito sin perfección, decálogo antiperfeccionismo, errores aprendizaje, perfección en la sociedad, equilibrio emocional, autoestima y perfeccionismo, salud mental, presiones sociales perfección, crecimiento personal, productividad y perfección, perfeccionismo dañino, reflexiones sobre la vida, historias con mensaje, cuentos reflexivos, peter h reynolds español, podcast ansiedad, amadag tv cuentos. 6 Hashtags: #Perfeccionismo #Autoaceptación #CrecimientoPersonal #CuentosConMensaje #SaludMental #AmadagTV Links formateados con emojis: Nuestra escuela de ansiedad: www.escuelaansiedad.com Nuestro nuevo libro: www.elmapadelaansiedad.com ✨ Visita nuestra página web: http://www.amadag.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Asociacion.Agorafobia/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amadag.psico/ ▶️ YouTube AMADAG TV: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC22fPGPhEhgiXCM7PGl68rw Si el perfeccionismo te limita, este episodio es para ti. Descubre cómo soltar la necesidad de ser perfecto puede ser el paso más importante hacia una vida más auténtica y plena. ¡Dale play!

A Special Thanksgiving Episode: Creativity, Community, and Gratitude In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Cyndi Burnett and Matthew Worwood visit Dedham, Massachusetts, just outside Boston, to record live from the newly opened TLC Studios. TLC, short for Teaching, Learning, and Creativity, is the inspired creation of authors and educators Peter and Paul Reynolds, along with their sister Jane. This episode is a celebration of creative learning, featuring guest Donna Luther, a Montessori school principal, and highlighting the exciting Big Noise Summit. Together, the group reflects on the importance of gathering in person to discuss how creative learning spaces can transform education. They emphasize the power of community and the innovative approaches that reimagine what classrooms can be. Peter and Paul Reynolds share the vision behind TLC Studios: a vibrant, flexible space designed to spark collaboration and creativity. Unlike traditional classrooms, TLC Studios features modular, interactive areas filled with color and possibility. The conversation also highlights the crucial role parents play in fostering creativity and encourages educators to build strong connections with their communities. The episode ends on a high note—literally—with a symbolic “big noise,” representing the collective energy and commitment to spreading creativity in education. Full of heartfelt gratitude, this episode invites listeners to embrace creativity in their teaching and to cherish the community bonds that make education thrive. Tune in to be inspired to transform your own learning spaces! TLC- Teaching, Learning and Creativity Studios Our Guests: Donna Luther: An arts and creativity educator, Donna Luther is currently Head of Inly School, an all-gender independent, Montessori based day school in Massachusetts for students ages 2 – 14. She is a member of the Leadership Development faculty for the Creative Education Foundation, where she teaches Creativity in the 21st Century Classroom, Advanced Strategies for Educators, Facilitation through the Arts, and Integrating Creativity and Leadership to educators and business professionals worldwide. As an adjunct faculty member at Lesley University, she has taught in the national and international M.Ed. program for Creative Arts in Learning. She has presented at conferences throughout the United States and in Brazil, China, South Africa and Israel. Donna is founding director of Summer Stars Camp for the Performing Arts. Peter H. Reynolds Peter H. Reynolds is a renowned author, illustrator, and creativity advocate, celebrated for beloved books such as The Dot, Ish, Happy Dreamer, and The Word Collector. His collaborations include Someday with Alisan McGhee, the Judy Moody series with Megan McDonald, Going Places with his twin brother Paul, and the I AM series with Susan Verde. As the founder of FableVision, a Boston-based children's media company, Peter is dedicated to crafting "stories that matter, stories that move." Through FableVision Learning, he develops creativity tools that inspire educators and students to embrace imagination and innovation in the classroom. Deeply committed to fostering community and creativity, Peter co-founded The Blue Bunny, an independent bookshop in Dedham Square, MA, alongside his twin brother, Paul. Through his work, Peter continues to empower people of all ages to find their voice, make their mark, and share their unique stories with the world. Learn more at www.bluebunnybooks.com. Paul Reynolds: Paul is the CEO and Co-Founder of Boston-based FableVision, which creates and distributes educational media, mobile games, and apps aimed at improving the world. Under his leadership, FableVision has become a multimillion-dollar, internationally recognized multimedia developer and publisher with partnerships across various industries, including broadcast, museums, education, and technology. Paul also oversees FableVision Learning, the company's K12 edtech publishing group, and The Reynolds Center for Teaching, Learning & Creativity. He has collaborated with numerous organizations such as PBS KIDS, National Academy of Sciences, The Jim Henson Company, MIT Education Arcade, CDC, New York Hall of Science, and Carnegie Hall to inspire lifelong learning. In addition to his role at FableVision, Paul teaches digital media production at Boston College, where he has been adjunct faculty for over two decades. He is also a children's book author, collaborating with his twin brother, Peter H. Reynolds, on books such as "Going Places" and the "Sydney & Simon: Full STEAM Ahead!" series. Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org  What to learn more about Design Thinking in Education?  Do you want to build a sustained culture of innovation and creativity at your school? Visit WorwoodClassroom.com to understand how Design Thinking can promote teacher creativity and support professional growth in the classroom.  Subscribe to our monthly newsletter!

Her teacher smiled. "Just make a mark and see where it takes you." Art class is over, but Vashti is sitting glued to her chair in front of a blank piece of paper. The words of her teacher are a gentle invitation to express herself. But Vashti can't draw - she's no artist. To prove her point, Vashti jabs at a blank sheet of paper to make an unremarkable and angry mark. "There!" she says. Don't forget to check out our educational fall, winter and holiday books at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

Jane Reynolds, sister of author/illustrator Peter H. Reynolds, chats about her work in helping teachers tap into their creativity so they can model it for their students. Her teacher education work with her brothers, Peter and Paul, is revolutionary including their soon to be Teacher Learning and Creativity Center in Dedham, MA. 

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We hope you love listening to this episode as much as we did recording it! Enjoy this special conversation with Marc Colagiovanni and Peter H. Reynolds about their beautiful new book, The Reflection in Me.***Find out more about Marc here:  Website: https://www.marccolagiovanni.com/ Instagram: @marccolagiovanni ***Find out more about Peter here:  Website: https://www.peterhreynolds.com/ Instagram: @peterhreynolds Animated version of The Reflection in Me: https://youtu.be/7KMM387HNQk?feature=shared***Follow us here:Instagram: @picturebook_look Facebook: Picture Book Look Podcast  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A tale of two friends and how lucky they feel to have met each other and how easily they might never have met at all.

Returning to the podcast today is Peter H. Reynolds! We had an opportunity to catch up and talk about his newest collaboration, All We Need is Love and A Really Soft Pillow, which he wrote with his 12-year-old son! It is a heartwarming story that follows Poppy and Little One as they uncover what truly matters. About the Guest:Peter H. Reynolds is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of many books for children, including Happy Dreamer, The Word Collector, Say Something!, Be You!, and Our Table. He is also the illustrator of When Things Aren't Going Right, Go Left by Marc Colagiovanni. His books have been translated into over 25 languages around the globe and are celebrated worldwide. In 1996, he founded FableVision with his brother, Paul, as a social change agency to help create “stories that matter, stories that move.” He lives in Dedham, Massachusetts, with his family. https://www.peterhreynolds.com/https://www.instagram.com/peterhreynolds/https://www.facebook.com/PeterHamiltonReynolds/https://twitter.com/peterhreynoldshttps://www.amazon.com/Need-Love-Really-Soft-Pillow/dp/1338572334About the Host: Following the crumbs in the chaos is a full-time job as a Productivity Coach. As a busy mom of three and the founder of Chaos N' Cookies, keeping moms from crumbling is my main objective. After gaining 10+ years of experience as a Director of Marketing helping build multiple 6 & 7-figure businesses for other women I've created the Chaos Control System to equip moms to overcome their own objections so they can live the life they want to live and start that business they have always wanted. The Family Playbook, or standard operating procedure, is the tool every mama needs to save time and stress-less when chaos ensues at home. For new biz owners, I also help simplify systems on social media and other business platforms to automate processes to get their business up and running quickly and efficiently with how-tos and hands-on coaching. I have helped hundreds of women to be more productive and self-sufficient in their homes and businesses allowing them to reclaim control of the chaos. www.chaosncookies.comhttps://www.instagram.com/chaosncookies/https://www.instagram.com/theheathergreco/https://www.facebook.com/Chaos-n-Cookies-111324364538688https://chaosncookies.com/shophttps://linktr.ee/hsteinker Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

New York Times, Indie, and Wall Street Journal bestselling creator Peter H. Reynolds went for a walk with his son, Henry Rocket, and declared “This is it; this is all we need! Love.” Henry Rocket listened and added, “...and a really soft pillow.” Peter nodded, “Okay. Love, and a really soft pillow.” Henry thought about this, “What about chocolate?” he asked. His father replied, “Right, Love, chocolate, and a really soft pillow.” On they went. And after playing this game, Peter and Henry agreed that when they boiled it down, all they really needed was love... and a pen and paper to write it all down, because this was a great idea! ALL WE NEED IS LOVE AND A REALLY SOFT PILLOW! encompasses the love a Poppy feels for his little one. Through silliness and chaos, in sunshine and storms, with four walls or no walls, Reynolds celebrates how we express and share our love in a wholly original and deeply personal way. This comforting and colorful picture book is a balm for the heart – not to mention, great goodnight reading!

Get set for a heartwarming discussion with New York Times bestselling author Peter H Reynolds and his budding storyteller son, Henry Rocket Reynolds.  Can you remember the bedtime stories that sparked your imagination and filled your dreams with magic? Remember that feeling? We rekindle that love for stories as they weave enchanting tales about their creative process, their mission of healing through storytelling, and their latest creation "All We Need Is Love and a Really Soft Pillow!".What if a simple dot could inspire millions across the globe to start their creative journey? We journey into the world of children's literature with our guests to explore this fascinating concept of 'The Dot'. We delve deep into the importance of fostering a love for reading in children and how it nurtures deeper family connections. Get ready to be inspired and remember, sometimes all it takes is a dot, a few lines, or a few words to create something beautiful. So plug in, sit back, and let's rekindle our love for storytelling.>> Learn more about Peter H. and Henry 'Rocket' Reynolds:https://www.peterhreynolds.com/>> Find  Peter & Rocket's book here:https://amzn.to/3S3xjE9Watch the full video interview with us on Sunday, October 22 @ 6:30 PM CST on our FB page: https://www.facebook.com/AidynsBooks/Free gift

 Peter H. Reynolds is New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of many books for children, including Happy Dreamer, The Word Collector, Say Something!, Be You!, and Our Table. He is also the illustrator of When Things Aren't Going Right, Go Left by Marc Colagiovanni.  His newest picture book is co-authored by his 12- year-old son, Henry Rocket Reynolds.  All We Need is Love and a Really Soft Pillow is a tender and timeless tale about what matters most: love.Peter H. Reynolds went for a walk with his son, Henry Rocket, and declared “This is it; this is all we need! Love.” Henry Rocket listened and added, “...and a really soft pillow.” Peter nodded, “Okay. Love, and a really soft pillow.” Henry thought about this, “What about chocolate?” he asked. His father replied, “Right, Love, chocolate, and a really soft pillow.” On they went. And after playing this game, Peter and Henry agreed that when they boiled it down, all they really needed was love... and a pen and paper to write it all down, before they forgot this rather fantastic idea!

Celebrating International Dot Day at The Blue Bunny in Dedham, Massachusettes is magical! Even more so when NY Times Best Selling Author, Peter H. Reynold's joins us for a spontaneous podcast live from the shop! Give us a listen y'all!

Welcome back, art-loving homeschoolers! In this episode of The Homeschool Art Revolution, we're diving into the exciting opportunities that await us on Dot Day. Have you ever heard of this fun holiday celebrated by art teachers and creative enthusiasts worldwide? It's time to grab your coffee and join me, as we explore the inspiring story behind Dot Day and the empowering message it conveys.We'll begin by discussing the book that started it all, "The Dot" by Peter H. Reynolds. Published 20 years ago, this simple yet powerful story has sparked a movement of creativity and self-expression. We'll delve into the captivating tale of Vashti, a young girl in art class, and her journey of discovering her own artistic voice.Throughout the episode, we'll highlight the key moments in the story, such as Vashti's interaction with her art teacher, who encourages her to "make a mark and see where it takes you." We'll discuss the importance of believing in children's creativity and providing them with a supportive environment to explore and experiment.We'll also explore how Vashti's dot artwork is appreciated and celebrated, from her teacher valuing her creation as a finished piece to having it proudly displayed on the classroom wall. We'll discuss the impact this has on Vashti's confidence and how it inspires her to further explore the possibilities of dot art, and goes on to inspire her classmates.Join me as we uncover the significance of Dot Day as a celebration of creativity, self-expression, and the transformative power of art. You won't want to miss the fun ideas and activities I have in store for you to celebrate Dot Day with your own children, ranging from chat-based discussions to hands-on creative projects.So mark your calendars for September 15th and get ready to embrace the joy of dots and the limitless possibilities of artistic expression. This episode of Art History Kids is sure to inspire and ignite your child's artistic journey. Let's dive in!Links mentioned in this episode:Kandinsky ArtYayoi Kusama ArtJoin our Facebook GroupLet's connect on Instagram

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A book about resilience

We review the book "The Word Collector" by Peter H. Reynolds.Support the show

In today's episode, I'm sharing a beautiful story – The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. It reminds us the importance of getting a little uncomfortable and just starting on our dream.  Progress over perfection, one step at a time. It's also a great reminder that you are enough just as you are in this moment. Own it and show up for yourself and the possibility of more.     You don't want to miss: ●      Clarity through action ●      Stack the evidence for your brain ●      Feeling the gap between where you are and where you want to be     Links and resources: ●      Delicious EASE Shop – The Etsy shop is open! Check out the baseball caps, trucker caps, and soy candles! ●      FREE Resource: 5 Positive Energetic Anchors – this guide will help you create 5 positive anchors and connect energetically to your dreams and future self. ●      Mini Course – 3 Energy Checks to Avoid Schedule Burnout!  $10, 15 min video, do-at-your-own pace!   Let's connect! ●      Insta: @deliciousease ●      Pinterest: @deliciousease ●      Website: deliciousease.com   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any of my content coming up soon.   And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and review. It really helps get the word out about Delicious EASE.   Thank you!

Distant learning during the pandemic was hard on everyone, parents, teachers, and children alike! Marc Colagiovanni was at home with his three children, experiencing what many families experienced, and realized that he could help other kids cope with the emotions that they were facing. Marc Colagiovanni and Peter H. Reynolds stopped by to discuss their newest book, When Things Aren't Right, Go Left. This is a moving message for kids and adults explaining that when things don't seem like they are going in the direction you want them to go, it's okay to pivot and create your own path.About the Guests:Marc Colagiovanni is a children's book author who is currently a practicing attorney. While he is honored to be a part of the legal profession and enjoys law practice, his true passion is writing. Go Left is his debut children's book. Marc was born, raised, and currently resides in Rhode Island with his wife and three daughters.Peter H. Reynolds is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of many books for children, including The Dot, I Am Human, Happy Dreamer, The Word Collector, Say Something!, Be You!, and Our Table. His books have been translated into over 25 languages around the globe and have been celebrated by tens of millions worldwide. In 1996, he founded FableVision with his twin brother, Paul, as a social change agency to help create “stories that matter, stories that move.” He lives in Dedham, Massachusetts, with his family, where he founded and runs his own indie bookshop, The Blue Bunny, which celebrates 20 years in October.Peter H. Reynolds Linkshttps://www.peterhreynolds.com/https://www.facebook.com/PeterHamiltonReynolds/https://www.instagram.com/peterhreynolds/https://twitter.com/peterhreynoldsMarc Colagiovanni Links:https://www.marccolagiovanni.com/https://twitter.com/marccola3https://www.instagram.com/marccolagiovanni/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088557007409About the Host: Following the crumbs in the chaos is a full-time job as a Productivity Coach. As a busy mom of three and the founder of Chaos N' Cookies, keeping moms from crumbling is my main objective. After gaining 10+ years of experience as a Director of Marketing helping build multiple 6 & 7-figure businesses for other women I've created the Chaos Control System to equip moms to overcome their own objections so they can live the life they want to live and start that business they have always wanted. The Family Playbook, or standard operating procedure, is the tool every mama needs to save time and stress-less when chaos ensues at home. For new biz owners, I also help simplify systems on social media and other business platforms to automate processes to get their business up and running quickly and efficiently with how-tos and hands-on coaching. I have helped hundreds of women to be more productive and self-sufficient in their homes and businesses allowing them to reclaim control of the chaos. www.chaosncookies.comhttps://www.instagram.com/chaosncookies/https://www.instagram.com/theheathergreco/https://www.facebook.com/Chaos-n-Cookies-111324364538688https://chaosncookies.com/shophttps://linktr.ee/hsteinker Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us

Michael Wiseman is an actor and the CEO of Dr. Price's Vitamins. He has been in the entertainment industry for over 20 years and has appeared in a number of films and television shows. He is also a successful entrepreneur and has founded several businesses, including Dr. Price's Vitamins. Michael is a passionate advocate for health and wellness and is dedicated to helping people live healthier lives. https://drpricesvitamins.com/ https://www.michaelwiseman.net/Peter H. Reynolds is a New York Times #1 best-selling Author/Illustrator and Marc Colagiovanni, an Author/ Film Producer, have come together for a moving new picture book for all ages, WHEN THINGS AREN'T GOING RIGHT, GO LEFT. With illustrations by Reynolds, whose award-winning picture books have been New York Times, Indie, and Wall Street Journal bestsellers, WHEN THINGS AREN'T GOING RIGHT, GO LEFT is a creative and colorful reminder for readers young and older that they can navigate around life's burdens to forge their own path. Colagiovanni's lyrical text and Reynolds's stunning art combine to create a much-needed message of strength and perseverance during these challenging times. https://www.reynoldstlc.org/golefthttps://www.peterhreynolds.com/https://www.marccolagiovanni.com/This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3240061/advertisement

Bowling. Bonfires. The mall (no, really.) And board games (maybe?). What's fun for our families right now looks quite different than it did years ago, so today Meagan and Sarah revisit an oft-discussed hot topic on The Mom Hour: family “fun.” We share several ideas for ACTUALLY FUN family activities that work for our current seasons, as well as some gripes about things that feel like they should be fun but aren't. Join us!About Our SponsorsPinnaPinna is the only audio on-demand streaming service for kids 3-12, with podcasts, audiobooks, and music all in one safe place with no ads, and no staring at a screen. Just listening. Go to pinna.fm/promo and use the promo code THEMOMHOUR for 50% off your first annual paymentFearless FinanceFearless Finance provides on-demand, comprehensive financial planning – it's a new way to get financial advice without all the headaches, high fees, and commitments that come with traditional financial advisors. Get $50 off your first planning meeting when you use the code MOMHOUR at fearlessfinance.comPrep DishPrep Dish is a mom-owned business, created by our friend Allison, who is a registered dietician and a chef. When you sign up, every week Allison will send you meal plans, shopping lists, and prep instructions that allow you to prep healthy meals ahead of time for the week. To get two weeks of meal plans FREE, go to PrepDish.com/themomhourScholasticWhen Things Aren't Going Right, Go Left is a collaboration between bestselling illustrator Peter H. Reynolds and debut author Marc Colagiovanni. It features beautiful art and creative wordplay that remind all of us readers of the power we have to direct our own path. When Things Aren't Going Right, Go Left is available now wherever books are sold!Links We Mentioned (Or Should Have) In This EpisodeOther deep-dives on what's fun and what's absolutely not include:We Hate Fun! (Okay, Not All Fun) (Episode 10, which later re-ran with a fresh take as Episode 109)What We Do For Fun In 2021 (More Than Mom)“Supposed To Be Fun” Activities That Just Aren't (And How To Have Fun On Your Terms) (Episode 342)We Love Fun Now! (Or Do We? (Episode 215)Don't forget to check out what's new on the blog!Fun & Practical Easter Basket Ideas Your Kids Will Love by Sandy HsuYes, YOU Can Coach Youth Sports! by Jennifer Carroll8 Activities To Make Spring Break At Home With Little Kids Bearable (And Fun!) by Emily RoarkHow To Survive (And Even Enjoy) Playing Board Games With Kids: Episode 112 pairs nicely with today's episode as we talked a good bit about board games today!Continue the conversation:Instagram | Private Facebook Community (be sure to answer the membership questions!)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New York Times bestselling creator Peter H. Reynolds and talented debut author Marc Colagiovanni are on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate an inspirational story about optimism, overcoming adversity, and forging your own path. "One day for no particular reason, nothing was going right. Absolutely positively, nothing was going right. So, I decided to go left..." This author & illustrator team join Jordan Sahley for a wonderful chat about their book that will inspire, affirm, and reassure readers at key milestone moments in every young reader's life.  Click here to visit our website – www.readingwithyourkids.com 

Ah, the age old question: How do you write a compelling picture book? It may be simpler than you think!  Peter H. Reynolds shares how to harness the answers to these following questions for great story-writing: 1. Where have you been? 2. Where are you now? 3. Where are you going? 4. Where would you like to be going?  

Del creador del éxito de ventas del New York Times, The Word Collector, llega una historia enriquecedora sobre cómo encontrar tu voz y usarla para hacer del mundo un lugar mejor.En este nuevo libro de cuentos, el querido autor Peter H. Reynolds explora muchas maneras en las que una sola voz puede hacer la diferencia. Cada uno de nosotros, cada día, tiene la oportunidad de decir algo: con nuestras acciones, nuestras palabras y nuestras voces. Este libro es perfecto para niños activistas de cualquier parte. Esta historia intemporal recuerda a los lectores la innegable importancia y el poder de sus voces.Libro: Escrito y Ilustrado de Peter H Reynolds ISBN: 978-1338565966Editor: Scholastic en españolFecha de publicación: Septiembre 3, 2019Leído por: Yayra SanchezCOMPRA EL LIBRO AQUÍ -> https://amzn.to/3w2u4AHNuestra hora de cuentos gratuita es bienvenida para TODOS y es posible gracias a oyentes como tú. Considere apoyarnos en KoFi cuando puede elegir entre donaciones únicas a cualquiera de las cuatro opciones de membresía, todas las cuales le permiten aún más acceso al Clubhouse. Para obtener más información, ¡HAGA CLIC AQUÍ! -> https://ko-fi.com/hippocampusclubhouse or AQUI! https://www.patreon.com/HippocampusClubhouse Ya sea que sea un miembro mensual, un contribuyente único, nos siga en Instagram o simplemente le encante sintonizar y compartir nuestra hora de cuentos con amigos, ¡estamos muy agradecidos por su apoyo! Haga clic en suscribirse y, si le gusta lo que escucha, ¡puntúe y comente!Nuestra #OneStopBookShop ofrece títulos divertidos y aptos para toda la familia para todos los miembros de su hogar (¡incluidos los adultos!) y, al mismo tiempo, apoya tanto a las pequeñas empresas como a las librerías independientes. ¡COMPRA AQUÍ! -> https://bookshop.org/shop/HippocampusClubhouse¿Quiere que SU HIJO sea un invitado en nuestro podcast con su historia favorita? Regístrese hoy HACIENDO CLIC AQUÍ -> https://hippocampusclubhouse.com/storytime-voices Encuéntrenos en Instagram https://instagram.com/hippocampusclubhouse y para obtener más información sobre las nuevas aventuras de la historia, consejos para padres basados ​​en la ciencia cognitiva, actividades basadas en los sentidos, imprimibles y más, ¡ÚNASE HOY a nuestra lista de correo! https://hippocampusclubhouse.com/contacto ¡Hasta la próxima, asegúrese de contar su historia con el corazón abierto mientras escucha a los demás con la mente abierta™!

Do you end up having piles of crumpled paper when you draw? Do you judge your work too harshly?  What we don't know is that what seems ugly and imperfect to us is a masterpiece to others. And that's what the book Ish by Peter H. Reynolds wants to convey.  If what you're making is far from what you've imagined it to be, let it go. Don't be too hard on yourself because someone out there will see the beauty in your artwork that you don't normally see. When you let go, have fun, and make something ugly, sometimes you end up making a beautiful mess.  Remember, perfection isn't the definition of beauty. So feel free to share your artwork, and let others see that beautiful mess you've created. (Drop your links in the comments, I'd love to see them!) Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Artist tip: a cool way to display paints (00:38) What's an ish? (03:02) The book Ish by Peter H. Reynolds (03:45) Let your artwork be loose and free (09:17) Final thoughts (13:13)   Additional Resources: - Learn more on how to make money as an artist here - Grab a copy of my book on Amazon here - Visit my website here  - Book a free 15-minute diagnostic call here - Join The Artist Appeals Facebook group here -- The Artist APPEALS is a podcast dedicated to artists who want to learn how to make money with their art WITHOUT having to compromise.  Be sure to follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode!  

Do you find yourself losing motivation and stuck with artist block? Is it even real? How do you get yourself out of it and create an art collection?  Artist block is real and happens even to the best of us. The causes can be many and varied. And if you're a professional artist, it's a serious matter that could potentially destroy your thriving art business. How do we avoid it? Well, honestly, it's not about avoiding it but understanding and overcoming it. And in this week's episode of The Artist Appeals, I will share with you how I (hopefully, you can, too) find inspiration from a children's book. Listen in as I drop valuable nuggets from this surprisingly inspiring children's book by Peter H. Reynolds and how you can also find that inner voice in you to get going and make more art.   Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Reading The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds (01:06) Make a mark (06:45) Sign your artwork (07:33) On minimalism (08:48) Find someone to encourage you (09:10) Make variations and experiment (10:04) The power of repetition (11:58) Sharing that inspiration (12:30) Episode wrap-up (13:04)   Additional Resources: - Learn more on how to make money as an artist here - Visit my website here  - Book a free 15-minute diagnostic call here - Join The Artist Appeals group on Facebook here   -- The Artist APPEALS is a podcast dedicated to artists who want to learn how to make money with their art WITHOUT having to compromise.  Be sure to follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode!  

Start off your new homeschool year with fun art activities by celebrating Dot Day- inspired by the epic book: The Dot by Peter H Reynolds (2003). A worldwide phenomenon, this book has simple illustrations and brief text but it packs a punch on valuing creativity. It's a tale of young student Vashti who doesn't feel she has much to offer in her art class, but her teacher thinks otherwise. Upon her next visit to art class, Vashti is surprised to see her defiant painting of a single, small dot in the middle of a piece of paper has been framed and displayed behind her teacher's desk. This inspires Vashti to create more dot paintings and to experiment with her creativity and she becomes a role model for other young artists. In addition to reading this book together, you can extend your studies to include various artists who featured dots as a main element in their art – like Yayoi Kusama!+++++++++++++++✏️  Download the FREE Homeschool Art History Starter Kit, featuring a sample lesson introducing Georges Seurat and Pointillism! ✏️► https://www.arthistorykids.com/starterkitRecommended Videos: ► 9 No Prep Art History Ideas for Your Homeschoolhttps://youtu.be/STWfzYNT29g

Inspirational Poetry Reading by KAMEKAism. In this episode: The Beginning by Peter H. Reynolds

Episode 14: The Dot is a 2003 picture book written and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds about a girl named Vashti who discovers her artistic talent.

This book bringing awareness to the need for clean, accessible water in Africa, was written by Susan Verde and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. It was published in 2016 by G.P. Putnam's Sons, a registered trademark of Penguin Random House LLC. It was based upon the childhood experience of Georgie Badiel. You can find more information by visiting www.ryanswell.ca or www.georgiebadielfoundation.org

Peter H. Reynolds is my guest on this week's episode of ‘Sylvia & Me.' That's right, a MAN! You see, Peter is a New York Times bestselling children's book author and illustrator. I received an advance copy of his latest picture book ‘Our Table'. Within five minutes of reading it, I realized that this book needs to be read to children because the adult reading it needs to learn what it offers. And then I went back and read Peter's other books, including his award winning ‘The Dot'.

Peter H. Reynolds is an accomplished writer, storyteller and illustrator who has been acclaimed around the globe for his best-selling “stories for all ages” about protecting and nurturing the creative spirit, including the three books in his “Creatrilogy” - "The Dot," "Ish" and "Sky Color." His new book is "Our Table."

Marketing and PR consultant Roberta Guise advises small business owners, independent professionals, and non-profits on how to build a profitable stable of customers, save money on ineffective promotions, and get known through branding, precision marketing and public relations. Roberta also enables successful women to become thought leaders. She coaches clients one-one-one and writes and speaks on how to get a distinctive marketing edge and be extraordinarily visible. For a lively mix of her ideas and opinions, read her articles at https://www.guisemarketing.com/bevisibleblogPeter H. Reynolds is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of many books for children, including The Dot, I Am Human, Happy Dreamer, The Word Collector, Say Something!, and Be You! His books have been translated into over 25 languages around the globe and are celebrated worldwide. In 1996, he founded FableVision with his brother, Paul, as a social change agency to help create "stories that matter, stories that move." Peter's latest book, The Word Collector (which Michelle and Barack Obama selected to read during a virtual read aloud last year) may be his best work yet! https://www.peterhreynolds.comBachir Abba co-founder of Morgan Cosmetics, inspired by the healing women who produce oils from the seeds of the Argan tree in Morocco, has become a leading purveyor of the finest organic face, hair, skin and nail care line made from Moroccan Argan oil. With offices in Morocco, and Seattle, Washington, Morgan Cosmetics offers more than 60 SKUs that provide the highest level of hair, skin and nail care. Morgan Cosmetics' Argan oil brings natural wellness to all skin types so everybody can address the challenges of winter dryness and make their skin clear and comfortable. https://www.morgancosmetics.com

Children's book about the meaning of family and more.

Tori and Nicole welcome Maddie, Technical Services and Circulation Assistant, to the show in this episode. The three discuss new picture books that are coming to the library shelves soon, along with some old favorites that had an impact for them. The resources discussed in this episode are listed below: Roger the Prounoun by Coert Vorhees; Nelson the Noun by Coert Vorhees; Vinny the Action Verb & Lucy the Linking Verb by Coert Vorhees; Jake the Adjective by Coert Vorhees; Benny the Adverb by Coert Vorhees; Connie the Conjunction by Coert Vorhees; L'il Pete the Preposition by Coert Vorhees; Izzy the Interjection by Coert Vorhees; If You Were a Compound Word by Trisha Speed Shaskan, illustrated by Sara Jean Gray; If You Were a Conjunction by Nancy Loewen, illustrated by Sara Jean Gray; If You Were an Apostrophe by Shelly Lyons, illustrated by Sara Jean Gray; If You Were Quotation Marks by Molly Cece Barlow Blaisdell, illustrated by Sara Gray; If You Were a Capital Letter by Trisha Speed Shaskan, illustrated by Sara Jean Gray; If You Were a Prefix by Marcie Aboff, illustrated by Sara Jean Gray; If You Were an Exclamation Point by Shelly Lyons, illustrated by Sara Jean Gray; If You Were a Suffix by Marcie Aboff, illustrated by Sara Jean Gray; If You Were a Plural Word by Trisha Speed Shaskan, illustrated by Sara Jean Gray; If You Were a Contraction by Trisha Speed Shaskan, illustrated by Sara Jean Gray; The Karate Kid: The Classic Illustrated Storybook illustrated by Kim Smith; E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial: The Classic Illustrated Storybook illustrated by Kim Smith; Elf: The Classic Illustrated Storybook illustrated by Kim Smith; Elf (2003) movie; School of Rock (2003) movie; School of Rock: The Classic Illustrated Storybook illustrated by Kim Smith; The Goonies (1985) movie; The Goonies: The Illustrated Storybook by Brooke Vitale, illustrated by Teo Skaffa; Our Table by Peter H. Reynolds; Change Sings: A Children's Anthem by Amanda Gorman, illustrated by Loren Long; Pete the Cat's Groovy Imagination by Kimberly and James Dean; Chuck's Ice Cream Wish by Viola Butler, illustrated by Ward Jenkins; Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson; Speak (2004) movie; SHOUT by Laurie Halse Anderson; The Devil's Arithmetic by Jane Yolen; The Devil's Arithmetic (1999) movie; The Promise by Chaim Potok; The Chosen by Chaim Potok; What's The Difference Between Hasidic vs. Orthodox Jews? One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus; One of Us Is Lying Netflix series; The Cousins by Karen M. McManus; Nothing More to Tell by Karen M. McManus (forthcoming); Where the Grass Is Green and the Girls Are Pretty by Lauren Weisberger; The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger; Smooth Talk (1985) movie; Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? short story by Joyce Carol Oates;

Small dots grow into bigger dots and before you know where you are the small dot has grown into International Dot Day.Peter Reynolds the author and illustrator of The Dot joins Nikki Gamble #InTheReadingCorner to explain how a simple dot can help to encourage children's confidence in their own creativity.The DotOne little dot marks the beginning of Vashti's journey of surprise and self-discovery in Peter H. Reynolds' multiple award-winning modern classic. In this inspiring, award-winning story of self-expression and creativity from Peter H.Reynolds, illustrator of Ish and the Judy Moody series, Vashti thinks she can't draw. But her teacher is sure that she can. She knows that there's a creative spirit in everyone, and encourages Vashti to sign the angry dot she makes in frustration on a piece of paper.This act makes Vashti look at herself a little differently, and helps her discover that where there's a dot there's a way... With wit, charm and free-spirited illustrations, Peter H. Reynolds encourages even the stubbornly uncreative among us to make a mark - and follow where it takes us.

International Dot Day Special Podcast from Story for Kids Podcast 'The Dot' by Peter H. Reynolds' The Dot is the story of a caring teacher who dares a doubting student to trust in her own abilities by being brave enough to “make her mark”. https://teachersnotes.net/2021/09/11/ideas-and-activities-for-international-dot-day-15th-september/ What started as a story in the pages of a book is transforming teaching and learning around the world as people of all ages re-discover the power and potential of creativity in all they do. https://www.internationaldotday.org/

Kathryn interviews Author Susan Verde. As we begin to return to offices and schools this fall, Author Susan Verde, alongside illustrator Peter H. Reynolds, brings us a triumphant celebration of everyday courage, perseverance, and bouncing back from our setbacks with bravery and optimism,the perfect companion for our present moment, for children and grown-ups alike. She points out that staying resilient and having courage includes believing in ourselves, speaking out, trying new things, asking for help, and getting back up no matter how many times we may fall. Grounded in mindfulness and awareness, Verde reminds us that we can conquer anything in this #1 NY Times bestselling series..Kathryn also interviews Author, Attorney Bill Eddy LCSW, Esq. The level of stress and conflict in today's world is higher than seen in decades. We all can use tools for managing the emotions this has caused. At the same time, there also appears to be more high conflict people who are preoccupied with blaming others and verbally venting or attacking those around them.Utilizing a proven method for defusing antagonistic interactions, Eddy shows readers how to address a variety of potentially contentious situations, including family conflicts, workplace disputes, neighbor and stranger confrontations, emotional political discussions, and circumstances involving angry customers, clients, and patients. In addition to authoring over twenty books, Bill Eddy LCSW also writes a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com with over five million views and is the co-founder of High Conflict Institute.

Kathryn interviews Author Susan Verde. As we begin to return to offices and schools this fall, Author Susan Verde, alongside illustrator Peter H. Reynolds, brings us a triumphant celebration of everyday courage, perseverance, and bouncing back from our setbacks with bravery and optimism,the perfect companion for our present moment, for children and grown-ups alike. She points out that staying resilient and having courage includes believing in ourselves, speaking out, trying new things, asking for help, and getting back up no matter how many times we may fall. Grounded in mindfulness and awareness, Verde reminds us that we can conquer anything in this #1 NY Times bestselling series..Kathryn also interviews Author, Attorney Bill Eddy LCSW, Esq. The level of stress and conflict in today's world is higher than seen in decades. We all can use tools for managing the emotions this has caused. At the same time, there also appears to be more high conflict people who are preoccupied with blaming others and verbally venting or attacking those around them.Utilizing a proven method for defusing antagonistic interactions, Eddy shows readers how to address a variety of potentially contentious situations, including family conflicts, workplace disputes, neighbor and stranger confrontations, emotional political discussions, and circumstances involving angry customers, clients, and patients. In addition to authoring over twenty books, Bill Eddy LCSW also writes a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com with over five million views and is the co-founder of High Conflict Institute.

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Hop aboard the Peace Train in this picture book adaptation of Cat Stevens's legendary anthem of unity and harmony in time for the song's 50th anniversary! With illustrations by New York Times bestselling illustrator Peter H. Reynolds.“Now I've been happy latelyThinking about the good things to comeAnd I believe it could beSomething good has begunOh, I've been smiling latelyDreaming about the world as oneAnd I believe it could beSomeday it's going to come”Readers are invited to hop on the PEACE TRAIN and join its growing group of passengers who are all ready to unite the world in peace and harmony.Featuring the timeless lyrics of Cat Stevens's legendary song and illustrations by New York Times bestselling artist Peter H. Reynolds, this hopeful picture book inspires tolerance and love for people of all cultures and identities.Source: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/peace-train-cat-stevens?variant=33051664416802Peter's website: https://www.peterhreynolds.comThis episode is from an archive from the KPFK program Profiles adapted for podcast. Host Maggie LePique, a radio veteran since the 1980's at NPR in Kansas City Mo.  She began her radio career in Los Angeles in the early 1990's and has worked for Pacifica station KPFK Radio in Los Angeles since 1994. Support the show

A special book about being confident and believing in yourself! A bonus story time read aloud episode of Ish by Peter H. Reynolds.

A very special story about artistic kids by By Peter H. Reynolds read Aloud A wonderful kids story in which an art teacher encourages Vashti to believe in her creativity.. And we see how Vashti's emotions change throughout the story. https://childrenslibrarylady.com/the-dot/ This books is also the inspiration for DOT DAY celebrated at school around the world on September 15 each year http://www.thedotclub.org/dotday/ #dotday #readaloud

What world are we preparing our students for? The future is difficult to predict, yet we are confident that a capacity for lifelong learning, including a willingness to take risks and make mistakes, will be essential. One approach to developing fearless learners is described in The Genius Hour Guidebook: Fostering Passion, Wonder, and Inquiry in the Classroom by Denise Krebs and Gallit Zvi. Both classroom teachers, Denise and Gallit share their experience in supporting students’ ideas and independence, including:the importance of first building trust and community,how Genius Hour can foster critical thinking, andfavorite picture books for inspiring readers and learners.Enjoy this site but not subscribed? Sign up today - most content is free.Related ResourcesTranscript + AudioBuy the book!A Middleweb article by Denise and Gallit about genius hour for remote learnersMy experience (here and here) using genius hour with my own childrenEvery podcast episode on Apple (if you can, leave a rating!)Share this episode with a colleague.Full TranscriptMatt Renwick:Welcome Gallit and Denise, thank you for talking with me today. You are both practicing teachers, correct?Gallit Zvi:Yeah. Well, I'm on maternity leave right now, but until I had my baby, I was.Matt Renwick:Congratulations.Gallit Zvi:Thanks.Matt Renwick:And where are you specifically located?Gallit Zvi:So I am in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. So a suburb of Vancouver. Wonderful school district up here in BC.Denise Krebs:And right now I'm located in Bahrain teaching in a bilingual school, Arabic and English speaking school.Matt Renwick:And just with your classroom work, the first edition of your book, The Genius Hour Guidebook was born out of your work in the classroom, as well as networking with other educators online. And I think this was how I came across the first version of your book on Twitter. And at that same time, my wife was teaching second grade and she had a few students with some significant needs, especially around behavior. I suggested The Genius Hour Guidebook and its apprentice for her at the end of the school day, as part of her action research project. She implemented it and the results were impressive. For one student, their behaviors were reduced by 70%, seven, zero since implementing Genius Hour.Matt Renwick:And when she asked kids what made the difference, they noted that they just wanted to think at the end of the day. Your second edition of the book is out now and I wanted to make other educators aware of the power of Genius Hour in the classroom. And so with that, there's certainly more to it than just wanting to tinker, but what is Genius Hour and why should teachers incorporate it into their classrooms?Denise Krebs:Yeah, I'll go. It is tinkering as part of it, but it's a time in the school week when students are given autonomy, they're empowered to do their own learning. They get to choose what they want to learn at the time when teachers get out of the way and let them learn purposefully. That's why those second graders felt empowered. They didn't want to misbehave because they were entrusted to wonder, to learn, to create, to do research, to take action, to produce things they can spend time mastering. They choose the learning adventure. So, we think they become fearless learners. They make learning visible then by sharing their projects or what they've been doing and the process. So a lot of times with a larger global audience or just at their school level or with people. It's hard to just put it in a few words, but Gallit, do you want to add anything?Matt Renwick:That's good.Gallit Zvi:I think the short version of it for me always is it's passion-based and inquiry-based learning smushed together.Matt Renwick:And you mentioned too, trust. That you're trusting the kids to use this time for their own passions and interests. And I believe at some point it was mentioned Genius Hour should be proceeded with building community and relationships. And how did teachers know when kids are ready for self-directed learning?Gallit Zvi:Good question. So, we talk about that early in the book where we talk about how for us, we don't start a Genius Hour project with a new class until we've spent some time building community in the classroom. And so how do when you build that community? I guess it's just a feeling you have, it's hard to say that X, Y, and Z has to happen before for you go, but for me, if I have a new class of students, I generally spend the first few months working on building community. So having classroom meetings, going outside and doing leadership challenges, playing games together, just spending that time, getting to know each other and building that trust before we say, "Hey, we want you to do something that can be a little bit risky, to take the chance and work on a project and share the obstacles you're facing with the rest of the class."Gallit Zvi:That's some vulnerable work that they're taking on. And so we want them to have that sense of community first. So I thought about this before. I don't know that this happens and then you know you've built it. It's more of that feeling you get where you know that there's some trust here, the kids are getting along well, there's a sense of community. And so for me, our school year goes September to June. So generally I would spend September, October, November, and then not really bothered starting in December because we're only there for half the month. So usually a Genius Hour, we would start when we come back in January after winter break.Gallit Zvi:But that being said, I've also had the pleasure of teaching the same students for two or three years in a row. And so if I have the same group of kids or mostly the same group of kids, we usually start way earlier then, because they already know what it's all about and they're eager to start. They don't want to wait until term two. They're ready to go. But I guess you as a teacher, every class is going to be different. And so you get that feeling with your kids when you know that.Matt Renwick:You can tell when the kids are already by that level of trust between each other and among each other too, because you're asking them to make mistakes and try new things.Gallit Zvi:Yeah.Matt Renwick:I like this quote you included in the book, it's from Alan November, from his book that I've also read and enjoyed, Who Owns the Learning. He said, "If we teach one skill to prepare our students to survive in a web based world, it should be that of critical thinking and the analysis of online information." Survive is a strong word. And I would agree with that verb choice. How does Genius Hour strengthen critical thinking with students?Denise Krebs:Yeah. We know these last few years in America, especially navigating online information, misinformation, disinformation, it is so critical. It is a matter of survival, isn't it? We have people who are believing conspiracy theories and going doing crazy things. So critical thinking is a key to healthy living and healthy choices to make needed changes in the world. We have to have critical thinkers. And of course, Genius Hour is no panacea for that, but it is a step. It's one step in a process of students learning to trust themselves, to solve their own learning dilemmas, to make good choices and have a mentor facilitator teacher with them as they do it. So, yeah, it can happen and talking about that quote was about online, but, but yeah we have to teach critical thinking.Matt Renwick:And speaking of online information or any information, I love that you devoted an entire chapter to picture books, then inspire kids to engage in Genius Hour. This is a literacy leadership site, any titles in particular that you would highly recommend for any classroom K-12Gallit Zvi:Yeah. We love picture books there. They're our favorite. We love them so much. So in the book we talk about 16 different titles. There's way more of the course that you could use for Genius Hour. And so I was thinking about that, like which one would be the one go-to one and it's so hard to pick because there's so many wonderful picture books out there. And I totally believe in using picture books all the way up to any grade level when I taught education students at university, we use picture books there too. So, definitely encourage the use of picture books for all grades. I think the one I've used the most is called, The Most Magnificent Thing with a little girl that is working on her own project, trying to create the most magnificent thing. So she's is a little maker and she gets quite in the book when things don't go right.Gallit Zvi:And this little project falls apart. And so that's the one I've probably used the most in class to teach persistence and I'm sticking to it. She gets quite frustrated, but she goes for a walk and takes a break, takes a breather from her project and then comes back at it with fresh eyes. And so we have a good conversation with the kids around that book because a lot of them do get frustrated. They've chosen a topic or an inquiry question and they go at it, and then part way through, they're like, "No, I want to quit. This is stupid. It's not working. I can't do it." And so just going back to those character traits that we learned from the picture books and talking about what that little girl did in The Most Magnificent Things. So that for me as a personal favorite, I really like that one. But goodness, there's so many. Rosie Revere, Engineer, Anything by Peter Reynolds. There's so many good choices.Denise Krebs:Yeah. My favorites are The Dot and The Word Collector by Peter H. Reynolds.Matt Renwick:I think I brought several of those home with my own kids based on that list, I was at the public library and checking out those books and just made them available to read on their own and get some inspiration. So it's a very helpful curated list. Thinking broader with a crowded curriculum and even greater constraints with the pandemic, how can leaders convince or persuade teachers at least to incorporate Genius Hour as part of their day?Denise Krebs:I love the way you worded that question actually, because I feel like teachers, if they know about it and want to do it, they just want permission. So if a leader is willing to let them try, then I think they're going to jump all over that. But you're right that curriculum is crazy. We went from... I only had seven periods of English in fifth grade. We went down to two in the pandemic. So, how do you even begin to teach? We're not teaching the curriculum really, anyway? We can't make even justice of it, but I did do Genius Hour last spring. And it was just such a fresh air for the learning environment. The kids were so happy and it was just out of the routine and they were just at home working, so they had all their supplies handy and they made the messes at home. It was easier for me too, that they did art and cooked and learned music and languages and played and sang. And it was just beautiful.Denise Krebs:And not only that, they were doing English curriculum, because we're a bilingual school. These are second language learners. So they were defending their proposals, they were doing these beautiful presentations on Flipgrid and giving good feedback to each other. So much English language going on as well. And I think if the leaders are willing to let them do it, it is a beautiful, healthy way to spend some of this pandemic curriculum. And we can still find... We're always finding curriculum ties. It is curriculum. Giving them permission to learn on their own.Matt Renwick:You bring up a good point that you don't have to separate Genius Hour from the rest of it. It can be a part of it and really an independent opportunity to apply those skills. And you list quite a few standards in the book and how this applies really in any subject area. What is one thing you would recommend to a teacher new to Genius Hour and wanting to give it a try and experience initial success?Gallit Zvi:My gut reaction is to say, you just do it. That's the one thing. Just don't be scared and just give it a try. You can reflect afterwards as we do on any lesson or unit that we teach. Reflect afterwards and say, "Okay, what could I do to make it better next year or next term?" But give it a go. Don't be afraid, it's my first reaction. And then the second one would be, okay, now slow down and take your time with it. Really introduce it properly, read the picture books, watch the inspiring videos, do your own Genius Hour project and share it with the kids, and then let them go and then just have fun and see where they end up and you'll learn along the way. And then at the end reflect and just figure out, okay, what can we do differently next year to make it better?Gallit Zvi:I know the first Genius Hour project we did in our classes, that was quite a few years ago, Denise. I don't remember the year, but it was... I don't know. It was a long time ago.Denise Krebs:10 years ago.Gallit Zvi:No, 10 years ago. Yeah. And the way I do it now is a little bit differently than the way I did it then. It's like, you learn as you go each time and make little tweaks and changes and improvements to make it better suit yourself and your current group of kids too. It's different depending on your class. But yeah, I guess number one tip, just do it, just go for it, have fun, jump in, don't be scared, and part B to that is now that you've just jumped in, slow down a bit and take the time to properly introduce it. You don't need to jump right to doing projects. Get excited first, get inspired, brainstorm, do all those steps first that we talk about in the book.Matt Renwick:And the idea of the teacher doing a Genius Hour project in front of the kids and the kids seeing the teacher excited about a personal project, it has to be impactful for the kids, right? Well, thank you, Gallit and Denise, the book is The Genius Hour Guidebook, it's in its second edition, which always means a lot of teachers got their hands on the first edition. And so there's a lot. I've read both editions, there are more information in this current version and I would highly recommend it for any teacher, any grade level. So thank you for putting this out in the world and good luck with you and the rest of the school year.Denise Krebs:Thank you, Matt.Gallit Zvi:Thank you, Matt. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit readbyexample.substack.com

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Dr. Kuzirian shares the mindfulness books she loves for January 2018. The parenting book pick is Mindful Discipline by Shauna Shapiro, PhD & Chris White, MD. The children's book pick is I Am Peace by Susan Verde, art by Peter H. Reynolds.

Author Peter Reynolds is redefining what ADHD stands for. In his world, and in his new picture book, Happy Dreamer, it's simply an acronym for Amazing Delightful Happy Dreamer. This week, we talk with Peter and educator Lester Laminack about how we can encourage dreamers of all forms to feel included, engaged, and welcomed whether it's at home, in the classroom, or on the playground. Additional Resources: More about Happy Dreamer by Peter H. Reynolds More about Lester Laminack Guests: Peter H. Reynolds is an author and illustrator of children's books, including The Dot, Ish, The North Star, and Happy Dreamer. He is also the founder of the educational media company FableVision. Lester Laminack is an award-winning author and educator and Professor Emeritus from Western Carolina University where he taught writing workshop, children's literature, and reading. 

TheSparkAndTheArt.com/97 – Lorian is an elementary school art teacher in Florida during the day and does illustration for children's books outside of work. In today's chat we talk about a teacher who inspired her, her own passion for teaching and her work as an illustrator. Her passion is obvious and infectious and I can't imagine any kid not being inspired by her enthusiasm for art. **- Links for this episode -**Lorian Dean - http://www.paperpencilplaystudio.com/Publio Delgato singing with himself as a baby - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTHQNhKNI5cSociety of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators - http://www.scbwi.org/The Dot - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5mGeR4AQdMPeter H Reynolds author - http://www.peterhreynolds.com/Peter Brown Children's author - http://www.peterbrownstudio.com/Linda Shute - http://www.lindashute.com/Home/Welcome.html