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The Dot by Peter Reynolds 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”.

The Dot  is a story of of creativity, courage and collaboration. What will you try to do and persevere at this year?

Be inspired:

  • Listen to The Dot Song
  • Listen to Peter Reynolds talk about how he makes his mark daily and how he got the idea for his important book. Click on this link – Author, Peter Reynolds. Consider making a blank book and fill its pages with words and art of your own!
  • Observe Wassily Kandinsky’s Color Study of Squares with Concentric Circles. What colors will you use to represent your feelings?
  • Use the Quiver/colAR app to make your circle come alive!
  • Explore Morse Code with “The Dot & the Dash.”