How do we measure the effectiveness of THE NORTH STAR approach? Angie's own words (read below) help explain just how transformational even a year of truly learner-centric "curriculum" can be.

This is what makes our work so gratifying. At FableVision we are not obsessed with teaching drill- and-fill "content" - we are simply helping ALL learners discover how to navigate a meaningful journey – with creative tools that support individual learning styles and unique strengths/gifts. This is a journey that will lead them to nurturing their full potential.

Wishing YOU a continued & meaningful journey - and hoping we can help inspire you and those you are guiding.

Peter & Paul Reynolds, CEO and President, FableVision-Boston

A few months ago my art class visited the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art where we were reminded, once again of you and our journeys. While leafing through the gift shop, Danny Dobbins, Kayla Lopez and I stumbled upon “Ish” and “The Dot”. The three of us immediately plopped ourselves down on the hard tile floor and poured over the two beautiful books. The light of our North Stars was suddenly rekindled amongst the clouds of adulthood in this scene reminiscent of story time in your third grade classroom.

I truly believe that our year with you will stay with us for our lifetime. Danny, Kayla and I accredit you and Peter for showing us our paths and inspiring us to work with children. In fact, Danny plans on becoming an art teacher like that of Peter’s publication and will study art at UMass Dartmouth next year. Kayla is taking a long journey beginning at Bridgewater State to become a pediatrician. I will be majoring in elementary education and dance at Keene State. I am constantly reminded of you as I start to follow my new dreams and begin a new journey. I have you to thank for illuminating my dreams so long ago.

Thank you Angie for taking the time to share this important moment on your journey. You and the other original "North Star Navigators" inspire us to keep doing what we do!

Margaret spoke about this “purposeful model” of leadership in a connected universe. She outlined a very different alternative to the historic model of “command and control” – offering a new vision that is inclusive, collaborative, conversation-rich and compassionate. The crowd gave her a standing ovation – and we know the ripples will make their way into the leadership network in Massachusetts and beyond.

Paul shares, “We’ve always been a fan of Wheatley’s work and this book and these messages continue to nourish us with the ideas and inspiration to do what we must to reach EVERY learner and help them reach their full potential.” Paul delivered a piece of original art and signed copies of THE DOT and ISH from Peter H. Reynolds who was in NYC at the time, but we do hope the pair will get to meet over tea someday and compare notes on how to bring the world to a better place!

The iWASwondering.org website offers a chance to meet ten cool scientists, explore a time travel feature, read interactive comic books, and play games that makes science - well, cool for young kids. The iWASwondering site is the companion to the popular book series Womens Adventures in Science (Joseph Henry Press). Discover Magazine just featured the site and raves "...the best laughs are to be found on an accompanying website, www.iWASwondering.org, which complements the books with cartoons and games introduced by a sassy lass with blue-streaked locks named Lia. This gal thinks scientists are cooler than rock stars: Shirley Ann Jackson, recites Lia in an excited crescendo, "explores the invisible particles that make up everything in the universe, including you and me and your computer and Limburger cheese and the rings of Saturn and even giant squids!"

The website was also just featured in the prestigious journal Science- a publication of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Nice to see the light shining on Lia and iWASwondering! Now let's see if we spark interest in the young kids we're trying to reach. :-)

Order the full ten-book set of the NAS book series and get a free collectors edition wristband and trading cards!

The AALF Conference is presented in an engaging, interactive format, which will bring educators together to learn in both formal and informal settings. The intent is to provide greater opportunities for collaborative, supportive learning and building relationships that will extend beyond the life of the conference itself. Peter is presenting a keynote and a "Make Your Mark" session on June 22nd. For more information click here to register and learn more about AALF.

Aside from AALF, there's plenty going on! Here's a short list of where we'll be if you'd like to track us down:
June 2nd - FableV ision's Summer-ish Open House, 5- 7pm. Come celebrate the end of the school year with the FableVision crew!
June 7-10 - Association of Educational Publishers (AEP), Washington, DC - Peter H. Reynolds will offer the Keynote Address at its annual Summit on June 9.
June 13 - - Virtual Author Visits with Peter H. Reynolds: 10 AM and 1PM EST - For classrooms/schools.
June 23-26 - American Library Association - New Orleans, Peter H. Reynolds will be doing a book signing of ISH, THE DOT and his latest book SO FEW OF ME - sponsored by Candlewick Press.

July 3-8 - N ational Educating Computing Conference (NECC), San Diego, CA - Peter H. Reynolds & FableVision Crew attending, featuring sessions with Dr. Peggy Healy Stearns - booth # 1601.

A co-production between FableVision and Scholastic Weston Woods, this short animated film is based on the book by Peter H. Reynolds. The ISH film continues a long production relationship with Weston Woods. The teams have also collaborated on several award-winning films including The Dot, Pete's a Pizza, and Antartic Antics - all available for a DVD or VHS player near you!

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