by Peter H. Reynolds
This book is good to read to students because it could boost their self esteem and creativity. I like this book because it showed that you can draw anything you want and use your imagination for the better. I would use this in my classroom by reading the story and then letting them draw whatever the...
This book could focus on how words or actions effect others. For an activity to ensure students understand that everyone would crumple a piece of paper and throw it across the room. (Much like he did with his drawings in the story) Everyone could pick up a piece of paper and be instructed to flatten...
9/13/13 ** See my comments for The Dot for ways that I tied this book to the celebration of International Dot Day.
2006 Jan 13a palpable hit. Reynolds' style is very simple and spare. We were all keen on both the concept and the execution. (I consider it a particularly good book if it draws a middle-school reader in, since they tend to scorn picture books on principle)
I love, love, love this book and it's companion THE DOT. Two great books on creativity and how to nurture, recognize, and honor it.
Short and sweet. A fun exploration of personal expression and art.
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