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 FableFriends,
Spring is in full bloom here in the Northeast! The budding of the trees in various hues - the greening of the grass, beautifully "dotted" with the striking colors of daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, and forsythia.
As spring continues to spring forth and we return to our gardens, it is a good reminder to also tend to our own spirits and those around us. With "testing season" also in full bloom, your students may not quite feel this same burst of renewal. Our products can help them! FableVision Learning products plant the seeds of creativity, promote originality, and nurture revitalization.
Speaking of growth - you can help us grow! This month we are running a special "Grassroots" promotion.
If you look at the very bottom of this email, you'll see a link to forward it on. We'd love to have you send this newsletter to your colleagues and friends who might benefit from some creative inspiration. For every person that you forward this newsletter on to (using the forward link at the bottom of this email), you will receive one entry in our drawing to win a 5 computer license of a FableVision Learning product of your choice. The more folks you forward this to, the more chances you will have to win! We'll draw our winners on April 26th, and we'll announce the winners in our next FableFlash. Thank you for helping us grow!
(and the FableVision Learning team)
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Peter H. Reynolds
Founder, FableVision Learning
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Grab Some Popcorn -
The North Star Film is Now Available!
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|  How can you help every student discover his or her own unique path? For over a decade, Peter H. Reynolds' powerful story, The North Star, has served as a catalyst for self-discovery and empowerment, changing the lives of countless students around the world. Today, it's easier than ever to share this classic fable; The North Star is now a gorgeous animated short film with narration by Tim Curry, co-produced by FableVision Studios and Weston Woods Studios. Use this compelling tool to encourage your students to become self-directed learners who can envision a future full of possibility!
Place your order online today and be among the first to add The North Star film to your collection!
Download a flyer for more information OR explore a free activity guide. For best results, view PDFs in Adobe Reader.
Bonus: The official North Star movie poster is available for download at the end of this email!
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New Words And Their Stories™ Poster: Galaxy!
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|  Got milk? Quench your students' thirst for word knowledge with this month's brand new poster by Peter H. Reynolds! For this special North Star edition of the FableFlash, we chose "galaxy" as our poster word from the thousands of words featured in Words And Their Stories (formerly Get A Clue), our innovative web-based vocabulary program.
Use this poster to get your kids curious about words - where do they come from, and what do they mean? Words And Their Stories is a fun and effective program that engages students with the stories behind words. Using a patented system, students develop a passion for words and are encouraged to use critical thinking skills and inductive reasoning to develop a thorough understanding of each word.
Download the poster and check out the free trial of Words And Their Stories. If you would like a price quote, email us or call 888-240-3734. |
Connect with FVL on Facebook & Twitter
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| Have you added us to your social networks?
 On our Facebook page, you can connect with a growing community of educators who share our mission to move the world to a better place. You'll also get the latest news about FableVision Learning events and our award-winning products, including Stationery Studio® (K-5 writing program), Words And Their Stories™ (grades 5-12 vocabulary program), Animation-ish™ (K-12 animation software), SmartMoves™ (grades 2-12 cognitive fitness program), BrainCogs® (grades 4-8 learning strategies program) and Essay Express™ (grades 4-8 writing program).
 Follow our Twitter feed and be the first to hear what Peter H. Reynolds is up to! You'll have instant access to free, downloadable educator resources. We also tweet education news from around the world and inspiring articles about educators who are thinking outside the box.
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SmartMoves: A Powerful Tool for
Improving Student Performance
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| Do you have students who are struggling, unable to pay attention or stay focused? SmartMoves is an easy-to-use program that dramatically helps students with learning difficulties. Across the country, occupational therapists have found that using SmartMoves greatly increases their students' time on task when used consistently.
Students using SmartMoves to get focused |
To learn more about this dynamic program, visit our website, give us a call at 888-240-3734, or email us today! |
FableVision Learning and
Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
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 Are you looking for ways to support a UDL initiative in your school or district? FableVision Learning products can help!
According to the Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST), "Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework for designing curricula that enable all individuals to gain knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for learning."
Universal Design for Learning calls for ... - "Multiple means of representation, to give learners various ways of acquiring information and knowledge
- Multiple means of action and expression, to provide learners alternatives for demonstrating what they know
- Multiple means of engagement, to tap into learners' interests, offer appropriate challenges, and increase motivation"
Our team would be happy to talk with you about how all levels of learners can utilize our tools, Stationery Studio and Animation-ish, effectively to support their varied learning styles. Call us today at 888-240-3734 or send us an email.
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Grants, Grants, and More Grants!
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|  You wouldn't believe all the grant opportunities available for educators! Lori Collins, our Director of Professional Development, has taken the first step and gathered helpful information on the latest grants. Read this document and find out how you can apply today!
Download the new document to get started. (For best results, we recommend saving the PDF to your desktop and viewing it in Adobe Reader.)
Let us help you make the most of your district's technology dollars! Our staff can help you maximize the benefits of technology in the classroom. Our workshops can be customized to meet the needs of your school or district. To learn more about our Professional Development Series, visit our website, call 888-240-3734, or email Lori. |
Light the Spark: A Passion for Words
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Peter H. Reynolds' Blog  | Did you ever wonder why Peter H. Reynolds is so passionate about words? In his latest blog post he shares an anecdote from his own journey about how one meaningful experience can inspire a lifelong thirst for knowledge of words - and their stories! Read Peter's story here.
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Conferences & Events
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Read on to find out where the FableVision Learning Team will be in the upcoming months!
Troxell Communications' Classroom 2.0 Seminars
FableVision Learning is co-sponsoring these intriguing and informative presentations! See cities and dates below, and learn more or register online. - Atlanta, GA - April 15, 2010
- Seattle, WA - April 27, 2010
- Portland, OR - April 28, 2010
The North Star Children's Ramble April 25, 2010 at 8:45 am Endicott Estate, off of East Street in Dedham, MA Westfield Professional Development School Network Presents: Lighting the Spark! Using Technology to Engage Visual LearnersApril 29, 2010 from 3:00-5:00 pm Westfield State College Westfield, MA Zebrafish Battle of the BandsApril 29, 2010 Dedham Community Theatre, Dedham Square, MA April 29-30, 2010 La Vista, NE San Gabriel Valley CUE Tech Fair(Peter will keynote via Skype) May 1, 2010 Pomona, CA Peter H. Reynolds Author VisitMay 6, 2010 East Kingston Elementary School, East Kingston, NH The Little Orchestra Society May 15-16, 2010 The Kaye Playhouse, Hunter College, New York City, NY Sandbox SummitMay 18-19, 2010 Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA Peter & Paul Reynolds Attend BEA 2010 (BookExpo America)
ISTE 2010 Conference
June 27-30, 2010
Constructing Modern Knowledge
July 12-15, 2010 Manchester, NH
The Discovery Educator Network National Institute Evening Reception
July 19, 2010 from 5:00-8:00 pm
FableVision Studios
Boston, MA
Visit our website for more details on conferences and events. |
Official North Star Movie Poster
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| In celebration of The North Star film's release, here is a special gift from Peter H. Reynolds!
Download the official North Star movie poster, featuring breathtaking artwork by Peter. Decorate your classroom and inspire your students to ask themselves: "Where am I going... where do I WANT to be going?"
Please feel free to copy, enlarge, and share with others!
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Until next time. . .
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the creativity flowing and keep your batteries charged! Together we can
make a difference!
Peter and your friends at FableVision Learning
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