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Teacher Resources
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of these sites provide resources for teachers - often free - and come highly recommended by your friends at FableVision!
 A to Z Teacher Stuff
A to Z Teacher Stuff is a site filled with worksheets,
theme units, and other tools for the classroom. Visit
the site to find that extra special something for your
classroom today - free!
FunBrain
FunBrain is a site featuring educational games. Teachers
may find curriculum ideas and helpful suggestions, while
parents and students are encouraged to download Math
Baseball, Grammar Gorillas, or Fresh Baked Fractions
to play at home. Click on the FunBrain "Reading"
link to find "Tess's Tree" - a TeleFable™
created by Fablevision!
Kathy Schrock
As the Administrator for Technology for Nauset Public
Schools, Kathy has plenty of experience using technology
to augment, or to create curriculum. On her site she
advertises presentations and workshops, and discusses
technology's place in schools.
 Misunderstood Minds
Learning disabilities hinder millions of students, and too many of them
slip between the cracks in the public school system. PBS has helped to
create Misunderstood Minds, a documentary on children who suffer from these
learning disabilities, and the many resources and tools which can help in the
classroom and at home.
Sites for Teachers
Sites for
Teachers is just that: a constantly updating database
of sites with resources for the classroom! Search for
activity pages, theme units, and aids for every class
from pre-k through to University level.
 Words
that Cook
Words that Cook is an award winning educational
media company, designed to partner with educators to
promote literacy. You can find DVDs and books for sale
alongside free resources to help your children and students
learn to read.
The Institute for Learning Centered Education
The Institute for Learning Centered Education is an international
collaborative of more than 60 local school districts BOCES, Teachers
Centers, Universities, Parent Organizations, and Resource Providers
as well as more than 600 individuals supporting and promoting the use of
constructivism as a tool to change from test-centered to student-centered schools.
 SuperThinkers
SuperThinkers is a website that inspires children of
all ages to think creatively and develop problem-solving
skills. Created by FableVision and featuring "The
Peetnik Mysteries" (developed by Peter H. Reynolds),
the site is made possible by the Verizon Educational
Foundation.
 Peter
H. Reynolds
This is the personal website of author/illustrator
and founder of FableVision, Peter H. Reynolds. Visit
to find out all about Peter's books, school visits,
and read some of his inspirational words. Fun for all
ages!
The
Blue Bunny
The Blue Bunny is a little shop with a big mission,
offering books, art, toys, gifts and inspiration. Located
in Dedham, MA, this store is owned by Peter and Paul
Reynolds, and is an inspiring place to visit either
in person or online!
 I Was Wondering
Created specifically to spark the interest of young
scientists, I Was Wondering is a website filled with
games and facts alike, and showcases the accomplishments
of women in science. Visitors explore all the science-related
areas they might "wonder" about, led by with Lia, their
wonder-ful young guide!
 Can
Do!
For children and grownups of all ages, this is an ability
focused web site dedicated to helping all people develop
a "can-do" attitude and approach to life...no
matter what the obstacles. Created by school counselor
Maribeth Bush, and featuring art by Peter H. Reynolds.
 Judy
Moody Web Site
Here's the official Judy Moody website, based on the bestselling book series
written by Megan McDonald and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. Crafted
by FableVision and Candlewick Press, this site is packed with fun and games
for all ages.
InvestiGator Club
Dilly Gator, Rosalita Sausalita and Manny Salamander are just a few of the animal characters
children join in the enticing world of the InvestiGator Club. The big wide world has so much to
offer, and just like their animal friends your children can explore a culturally rich world,
filled with games that teach math, science, language, social studies, fine arts, and literacy.
The North Star Community of Practice
Based on the themes in Peter H. Reynolds'
book The North Star, The North Star Community
of Practice is a treasure chest of resources for educators
on every level. Become a member for access to reproducibles,
lesson plans, a network of teachers and parents, and
discounts on certain FableVision products, or just visit
to explore your own North Star.
Like-Minded Companies
FableVision works
with many different companies, organizations and individuals. Click on the link to visit a few of their sites.
 The Research Center for Media Psychology
Co-located with Boston-based FableVision at The Boston Children’s Museum on Children’s Wharf, the
Research Centre for Media Psychology is a research and practice testing organization. It is
designed to support new programs in media psychology and media studies that contribute to
social change.
 Gary Stager
Gary Stager is an old friend of FableVision. He’s been on a crusade for the past
20 years to rescue kids and teachers from the testing-machine, and usher in an age
of self-directed, inspired learning. We highly recommend his site. It is an amazing
collection of ideas, projects, and resources for any educator or parent looking for
authentic and engaging learning ideas. Send Gary a note – and tell him we say howdy!
 Grimes Reading Institute
Founded and Directed by Sally Grimes, the Grimes Reading Institute provides instruction and training
for educators of all storts in state-of-the-art reading practices.
Incentive Publications
Incentive Publications is a partner of FableVision. The publishing company specializes in middle
school educational resources and effective teaching strategies. Look on their website and see if
you can find the book cover designed by Peter H. Reynolds!
Lintor Publishing
The Lintor Create-a-Book software allows students to publish their work - what a great incentive in
any classroom! Many teachers have found that Lintor's software teams up especially well with
FableVision's
Stationery Studio.
Maryland Public Television
In January 2007, Maryland Public Television selected FableVision as a collaborator on a new online
math program geared towards pre-algebra students. Maryland Public Television's mission of informing,
inspiring, and moving communities of students, families, and educators to become lifelong learners.
Promethean Educational Software
An educational software company, Promethean is dedicated to improving the quality of education through
technology. Their interactive approach to learning puts them right on the FableVision wavelength!
Candlewick Press
Candlewick Press is an old friend of FableVision. They
are publishers of children's books, including The
Dot, Ish, and So Few of Me - "stories
that matter" by FableVision's Peter H. Reynolds.
Constructivist Consortium
The Constructivist Consortium was established
in 2007 to promote student empowerment, creativity,
and the use of technology in education. Alongside FableVision
are five other companies worth exploring:
Who's Watching FableVision?
FableVision
products are making news! Check out a few of the associations and companies which have reviewed FableVision.
 Parents' Choice Foundation
The Parents' Choice Foundation identifies books, games, films, and software programs which meet and exceed standards set by educators,
professionals in a variety of fields, and kids. Awards are given to top products, ranging from the Seal of Approval to the coveted
Gold Award.
Super Kids
Super Kids: Education for the Future reviews software and educational tools on a regular basis. Check out the review for
FableVision's Stationery Studio program in the "Art" section!
Thinkport
Created by Maryland Public Television in conjunction with John Hopkins University
Center for Technology in Education, the Thinkport is a website of resources geared
towards Maryland educators. Become a member for free and you can find podcasts
created with FableVision.
American Library Association
The American Library Association is the oldest and largest in the world. As part of
its mission, the ALA presents the Carnegie Melon Award for excellence in children's
video each year. In 2005 FableVision was a recepient of the award for
The Dot.
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