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FableFriends,
Whoever first referred to the "lazy days of summer" surely had no idea what a FableVision Learning summer looks like! There are lots of exciting things happening this August, including the release of my new book, I'm Here (check out the book and watch the animated film!), and a new line of t-shirts, posters, and bags with some of my favorite illustrations. Not only do we have brand new products, we're also thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the Reynolds' Center for Teaching, Learning, & Creativity. Scroll down for information on the launch party - you're invited!
And as always, we're pleased to present you with a new poster for this month (scroll down to download your copy)! Inspire your students to carry a map of the world with them as they venture out on their journeys.
We hope you have a wonderful August. Keep in touch!
(and Paul & the FableVision Learning team)
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Peter H. Reynolds
Founder, FableVision Learning
888-240-3734
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New Book by Peter H. Reynolds: I'm Here
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 Ready to add a new Peter H. Reynolds book to your collection? I'm Here is a gentle story that reminds us that children - and the friendships they make - can take flight in unexpected ways. Offering a powerful message about the importance of standing up for those who don't seem to belong, this tale of friendship will inspire adults and children alike.
"An excellent selection, replete with warmth, originality, and the promise of good things to come."
-Kirkus Reviews
STARRED Review
Visit our webpage to pre-order your copy and watch the heartwarming animated film!
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Save the Date! Launch of the Reynolds' Center for Teaching, Learning, & Creativity
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 Our mission to inspire all learners to reach their true potential through the development of essential 21st Century skills - writing, creativity, and self-expression - resonates deeply with educators. We often hear from teachers who would like support in bringing that mission to their classrooms. Founded by Peter and Paul Reynolds, the new Reynolds' Center for Teaching, Learning, & Creativity provides a safe harbor to foster creative teaching, progressive educational leadership, and effective tools that support those goals. The Reynolds' Center TLC designs and provides workshops, retreats, and professional development programs to transform thinking, rekindle the creative spirit, and renew and nurture life-long learners, life-long teachers, and life-long leaders.
Please save the date for the launch celebration on October 19th at 6:00 pm, located at the MIT Endicott House, Dedham, MA! Download the Save the Date card. We'll keep you up to date on our plans as we get close to launch.
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Above & Beyond!
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 FableVision is thrilled to be joining forces with the Partnership for 21st Century Skills in the release of Peter H. Reynolds' new animated film, Above & Beyond, designed to spark conversations about the innovation skills needed for students to be successful. Visit the 4C's (communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity) website to download a free poster and view the film with your students!
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Love Our Message? Share it With Our New Line of T-Shirts, Posters, and Canvas Bags!
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 We've heard your requests loud and clear, and we're now offering a line of FableVision Learning t-shirts, posters, and canvas bags featuring some of Peter H. Reynolds' most popular illustrations. To pre-order, visit our website and check out the first three styles to be released:
Pre-order now to be among the first to receive these new products, due to ship in early September! If you are interested in ordering large quantities, please call 888-240-3734 for pricing.
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New Downloadable Poster! Inspire Your Students to Become Global Thinkers
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Encourage your students to become members of the global community with this poster featuring an illustration by Peter H. Reynolds and a quote from David Smith (creator of Mapping the World by Heart™).
After exploring the award-winning Mapping the World by Heart curriculum, students are able to draw a map of the entire world from memory! Interested in bringing the curriculum to your school? Contact us or call 888-240-3734 for a quote today.
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Summer Splash - Classroom Activity Giveaway
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 Due to popular demand, we're giving away another animation activity this month. Make a splash this fall by inspiring students to creatively "show what they know" about the water cycle! This activity is just one example from the cross-curricular activity guide included with our award-winning Animation-ish™ software. Download the free 15-day trial of Animation-ish today to see how easy it is to get started.
Popular in K-12 classrooms around the world, Animation-ish helps students master content and demonstrate their knowledge. Plus, teachers use the program to animate topics for their classrooms!
Let us know if you have any questions. Give us a call at 888-240-3734 or email us any time.
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Funding for a Fab New School Year!
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 The school year is nearly upon us! As you prepare your classroom, you may be wishing for technology tools to inspire your students. We've been scouting out new grant opportunities to give you an edge, and just updated our PDF. Download the grants document to see what possibilities might open up for you.
For best results, please save the PDF to your desktop and view it with Adobe Reader.
We have many resources to help you make the most of your district's technology dollars. Call us at 888-240-3734 or email us today to discuss training and workshops on all of our K-12 learning tools.
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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. We hope to see you there!
Iowa Technology Education Connection
October 16 - 18, 2011
Des Moines, IA
Reynolds' Center TLC Launch Party
October 19, 2011 at 6:00 pm
MIT Endicott House, Dedham, MA
MassCUE
October 26 - 27, 2011
Foxborough, MA
Fall CUE 2011
October 28 - 29, 2011
Napa Valley, CA
Georgia Educational Technology Conference
November 2 - 4, 2011
Atlanta, GA
KAPPA DELTA PI CONVOCATION
November 4, 2011
Indianapolis, IN
NYSCATE
November 20 - 22, 2011
Rochester, NY
Christa McAuliffe Technology Conference
November 29 - December 1, 2011
Manchester, NH
Visit our website for more details on upcoming
conferences and events.
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Until next time, keep the creativity flowing and your batteries charged! Together we can make a difference!
Peter and your friends at FableVision Learning |
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Words
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Word of the Month: Auspicious
The word auspicious is a combination of the Latin noun avis, meaning "bird," and the Latin verb spicio, meaning "to watch." Bird watching was more than a hobby for Romans, who looked at the types, formations, and even flight patterns of birds as omens that could give them direction in their everyday lives. For instance, Roman generals always checked with their professional bird analysts before going into battle.
Now you know that auspicious means "marked by success; favorable; promising."
To learn more about our web-based vocabulary program for grades 5-12, explore the FREE trial of Words And Their Stories today!
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