Novel Effect helps you turn The Dot into an engaging read-aloud experience that celebrates creativity, courage, and connection while students listen, think, talkand create together.
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One story. Millions of marks.
International Dot Day began when educator Terry Shay shared Peter H. Reynolds’ The Dot with his students on September 15, 2009. Today, millions of children and adults around the world celebrate on September 15-ish by making their own marks and sharing their creativity.
At the heart of it all is a read-aloud.
International Dot Day began when educator Terry Shay shared Peter H. Reynolds’ The Dot with his students on September 15, 2009. Today, millions of children and adults around the world celebrate on September 15-ish by making their own marks and sharing their creativity.
At the heart of it all is a read-aloud.
One story can make a pretty big mark.
When students gather for a read-aloud, they’re doing a lot more than listening to a story. They’re discovering language, building understanding, sharing ideas, and connecting with one another.
When students are engaged, a single story can open the door to so much more.
Make your Dot Day read-aloud even more memorable.
As you read aloud The Dot, custom-designed music, sound effects, and character voices draw students into the story. From the first page to the last, every turn of the page gives them something to look forward to.
Make your Dot Day read-aloud even more memorable.
As you read aloud The Dot, custom-designed music, sound effects, and character voices draw students into the story. From the first page to the last, every turn of the page gives them something to look forward to.
Everything you need to make your mark.
Everything you need to make your mark.
Differentiated The Dot activities inspire creativity, develop confidence, and encourage risk-taking.
These printable book activities were designed by our team of educators to support students’ reading comprehension, writing skills, growth mindset, and more!
From dots to doodles and beyond ...
Keep students imagining, experimenting, and making their mark with more read-alouds that celebrate creativity and self-expression. Then, grab a pencil for National Doodle Day on September 20 and see where their ideas take them.
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