We are excited to welcome The Boston Authors Club and the Massachusetts Center for the Book to TLC Studios on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7 pm (ET). Enjoy refreshments, and ask all your pressing writing and publishing questions to the attendees. Ask seasoned authors, editors, and industry professionals your most pressing writing and publishing questions!

Special guests include: Jan Brogan, Tracey Geary, Ani Gjika, Lynda Mullaly Hunt, Celia Johnson, Nancy Tupper Ling, Peter H. Reynolds, Lisa Rogers, B.A. Shapiro, and Ray Anthony Shepard

Date: Thursday, November 14th

Time: 7:00 PM-8:30 PM

Are you ready to make your mark?

Join FableVision, Reynolds Center TLC, and Candlewick Press in a VIRTUAL global celebration of creativity, courage, and collaboration: International Dot Day! In this event, students will meet Peter H. Reynolds–New York Times best-selling author and illustrator of The Dot–and his twin brother Paul A. Reynolds who will challenge everyone to believe in themselves and find the courage to “make their mark.” 

This year is the 15th anniversary of Dot Day! Fifteen years ago, beloved educator Terry Shay started this tradition in Iowa with his students. Now educators, librarians, students and creatives internationally partake in the celebration. 

Be part of the show, record and share your own stories by tagging @internationaldotday on Instagram. Sign up now to join this exclusive, live-streaming event from Boston’s historic Shubert Theatre at the Boch Center.

Gear Up for Dot Day

Before the event, check out the Reynolds Center TLC's shop page for new merch! With multi-colored tee shirts, mugs, postcards, stickers, and pins, there are many ways to share your creativity. Proceeds support the Reynolds Center to oversee Dot Day and keep online resources free. Click here to gear up!

On-demand video coming soon

We're getting the on-demand recording of this event ready to watch anytime, anywhere. Details will be emailed to those who register. 

Join Paul Reynolds, CEO FableVision/Reynolds TLC for a special Dot Day poster session at ISTE on Wednesday, June 26, from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (MT) in the Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 11.

Come create a dot as we celebrate beloved educator and International Dot Day founder Terry Shay who sadly passed away last September.

Whether you already celebrate Dot Day - or are just learning about this global celebration of creativity (that has now reached over 29 million participants in 190+ countries) - join us in honoring this creative teacher who truly made his mark on the world!

This session explores Dot Day activities and strategies that encourage students to embrace creativity, develop a growth mindset, and the confidence required to “make their mark” in the world.

Details

When: Wednesday, June 26, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (MT)

Where: Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 11

More details, click here.

Join Paul Reynolds, CEO FableVision/Reynolds TLC, Jessica Pack, Teacher at James Workman Middle School, Author and Speaker, and Georgia Terlaje, Instructional Coach, Palm Springs Unified School District, for an interactive session at ISTE focused on SEL and storytelling.

The session titled, “Be You: Building Belonging Through Storytelling” will be held on Tuesday, June 25, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (MT) in room 403/4.

Building a sense of belonging anchors students to school and combats chronic absenteeism. Learn how to merge technology, literature, and student creativity to promote social-emotional learning. By harnessing the power of several mentor texts, students will embark on a journey of self-expression and collaboration through moviemaking.

This session aims to provide educators with a powerful blend of strategies to infuse Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) principles into their classrooms through the engaging medium of storytelling. By leveraging the power of moviemaking and mentor texts like "Be You" and "The Best Part of Me," we will explore how this unique approach can enhance student engagement, build belonging, and promote equity in diverse educational contexts.

By the end of this session, attendees will have gained the knowledge and practical experience needed to integrate SEL principles into their classrooms through the use of moviemaking. They will leave with concrete strategies, resources, and a deeper understanding of how storytelling and technology can contribute to student growth and emotional well-being.

Details

When: Tuesday, June 25, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (MT)

Where: Colorado Convention Center, 403/4

More details, click here.

Join the Reynolds Center/FableVision team in the The Early Learning Playground (Playground A) at ISTE on Monday, June 24, starting at 12 p.m. (MT)

Come create a dot as we celebrate beloved educator and International Dot Day founder Terry Shay who sadly passed away last September.

Whether you already celebrate Dot Day - or are just learning about this global celebration of creativity (that has now reached over 29 million participants in 190+ countries) - join us in honoring this creative teacher who truly made his mark on the world!

Art supplies and digital tools will be available.

The Early Learning Playground (Playground A)

When: Monday, June 24, 12 p.m. – 12 p.m. (MT)

Where: Colorado Convention Center, Playground A

More details, click here.

Join the Reynolds Center/FableVision team in the ISTE Higher-Order Thinking Playground at ISTE on Monday, June 24, starting at 9 a.m. (MT)

Come create a dot, and record your Dot Day story as we celebrate beloved educator and International Dot Day founder Terry Shay who sadly passed away last September.

Whether you already celebrate Dot Day - or are just learning about this global celebration of creativity (that has now reached over 29 million participants in 190+ countries) - join us in honoring this creative teacher who truly made his mark on the world!

Art supplies and digital tools will be available. software program.

The finished production will be shared on Monday, June 24 at The Early Learning Playground (Playground A) from 12- 2 p.m. - as part of the special International Dot Day tribute to Dot Day founder Terry Shay!

Higher-Order Thinking Playground

When: Monday, June 24, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (MT)

Where: Colorado Convention Center, Playground A

More details, click here.

Do you want to venture into digital storytelling, but writing isn’t necessarily your thing? No worries! Paul Reynolds will share his story harvesting approach, as well as no-cost tools to produce your own digital audio story in minutes.

On Sunday, June 23 in the Digital StoryTelling Forum, Paul will be harvesting your stories about International Dot Day - a favorite celebration, a moment that inspired a student to make their mark, etc. Paul will demonstrate how to edit these story clips - add music/sound design using a free editing software program.

The finished production will be shared on Monday, June 24 at The Early Learning Playground (Playground A) from 12- 2 p.m. - as part of the special International Dot Day tribute to Dot Day founder Terry Shay!

About The Digital Storytelling Forum

When: Sunday, June 23, 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (MT)

Where: Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ballroom 3AB

More details, click here.

FableVision/ReynoldsTLC Founder Peter H. Reynolds will be presented the BE THE STORY by LitWorld, the literacy luminaries behind World Read Aloud Day.

The award will be presented on June 5 at the LitWorld Spring Soiree in NYC.

A cherished friend and supporter of LitWorld, Peter is a celebrated writer, illustrator, and storyteller whose inspiring tales like “The Dot” and “Ish” have left a lasting impact on readers worldwide.

With over 50 titles to his name, his work promotes creativity and courage in readers of all ages.A staunch literacy advocate, Peter’s mission is to empower people through the art of storytelling. His unwavering commitment has touched countless lives, making him a true beacon of inspiration.

Join the LitWorld Spring Soiree! RSVP today at litworld.org/soiree”

Celebrate the power of originality and self-expression! Reserve your seats to see DOT DOT DOT: A New Musical at Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ on Saturday, May 4.

DOT DOT DOT: A New Musical is an exciting new musical based on The Creatrilogy, a trio of award-winning picture books by New York Times bestselling author Peter H. Reynolds (The Dot, Ish and Sky Color).

Adapted by Composers Keelay Gipson and Sam Salmond, the musical, like the series, celebrates the power of originality, self-expression, and opening our eyes to look beyond the expected.

When Marisol (Sky Color), a young artist and curator of the Musee de Marisol, decides that her gallery requires more than her own art, her search for emerging talent leads her to Vashti (The Dot), whose dots inspire Ramon (Ish) to become an artist in his own right.

The musical follows Marisol’s journey to help her new friends, and her entire community, break free from self-criticism and learn to let their imaginations soar.

Sunday, April 28 · 8:30 - 10am ET

Endicott Estate: 656 East Street Dedham, MA 02026

The North Star Kids' Ramble has been a fun run for kids preceding the iconic James Joyce 10K Ramble in Dedham for more than two decades. The Kids' Ramble, a one-of-a-kind literacy-themed fitness event for kids, will take place on Sunday, April 28, rain or shine, at Dedham's historic Endicott Estate.

The children’s races are held in the field adjacent to the greenhouse on the corner of Walnut and Mount Vernon Streets.

Free registration begins on-site at 8:15 a.m. with the races scheduled from 9 am to 10 am. While children are waiting for the races to begin, they are invited to enjoy other activities.

• 8:15 am: Registration and Activities begin.

• 9 am: for family groups to run together - 1 K Family Fun Run (5 laps around our course).

• 9:20 am: Pre-K / age 4 and under - 50 meter dash.

• 9:30 am: Grades K and 1 / ages 5-6 - 100 meter dash.

• 9:40 am: Grade 2 and 3 / ages 7-8 - 200 meters (1 lap around course)

• 9:50 am: Grades 4 and 5 / ages 9-10 - 500 meters (2.5 laps)

• NOTE: You may register for both the Family Fun Run and for the individual kids' races.

The Kids' Ramble features age-specific races ranging from the 50-yard dash to 500-yard dash, as well as a Dedham Family Fun Run around the perimeter of the kids’ field. Any child wearing an official registration number who crosses the finish line will get a ribbon and a free book, donated by The Blue Bunny and several associated children’s publishing houses. Co-sponsored by the The Blue Bunny Bookstore and its non-profit partner, the Reynolds Center for Teaching, Learning and Creativity, as well as the Dedham Library Innovation Team, the kids’ ramble typically draws between 150-200 children and their families from Dedham and surrounding towns, and all are invited to participate at no charge.

NOTE: Participating families and other members of the community are invited to bring non-perishable food items for the Dedham Food Pantry.

PLEASE PRE-REGISTER HERE UNTIL 9 P.M. ON SATURDAY, APRIL 27TH. AFTER THAT, YOU MAY STILL PARTICIPATE. YOU WILL JUST DO A QUICK IN-PERSON REGISTRATION WHEN YOU ARRIVE ON SUNDAY MORNING. THANK YOU!

Celebrate the power of originality and self-expression! Reserve your seats to see DOT DOT DOT: A New Musical at the Greater Boston Stage Company in Stoneham, MA on Saturday, April 13, at 12pm.

DOT DOT DOT: A New Musical is an exciting new musical based on The Creatrilogy, a trio of award-winning picture books by New York Times bestselling author Peter H. Reynolds (The Dot, Ish and Sky Color).

Adapted by Composers Keelay Gipson and Sam Salmond, the musical, like the series, celebrates the power of originality, self-expression, and opening our eyes to look beyond the expected.

When Marisol (Sky Color), a young artist and curator of the Musee de Marisol, decides that her gallery requires more than her own art, her search for emerging talent leads her to Vashti (The Dot), whose dots inspire Ramon (Ish) to become an artist in his own right.

The musical follows Marisol’s journey to help her new friends, and her entire community, break free from self-criticism and learn to let their imaginations soar.

Over 40,000 Attending the 2024 White House Easter Egg Roll, Which Will Include Two Performances of the Musical Adaptation of Reynolds’ Books The Dot, Ish & Sky Color

On Monday, April 1, New York Times #1 best-selling author/illustrator Peter H. Reynolds will make an appearance on the lawn of the White House, where he will be performing as narrator of the TheaterWorksUSA production of DOT DOT DOT: A New Musical - a musical adaptation of three of his books about creativity, The Dot, Ish and Sky Color published by Candlewick Press/Walker Books, also known as the Creatrilogy.

Performances of the show, featuring Reynolds and the musical’s talented young actors, are part of the annual White House Easter Egg Roll, a tradition dating back to 1878 when President Rutherford B. Hayes opened the White House lawn to children after they were kicked off the grounds of the U.S. Capitol.

Reynolds shares, “To have my books turned into a musical was a dream come true. And now to have DOT DOT DOT: A New Musical performed on the White House lawn is truly amazing. Purposeful creativity can fuel positive civic change, so sharing the messages in my Creatriology series at the White House is especially meaningful.”

This will be the third Easter egg roll hosted by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, who teaches English and writing at a northern Virginia community college. A teacher for more than 30 years, the First Lady is continuing her theme of “EGGucation” for the event, transforming the South Lawn and Ellipse into a school community, full of fun educational activities for children of all ages to enjoy. In total, approximately 40,000 people will take part in this year’s Easter “EGGucation” Roll, including thousands of military and veteran families, caregivers, and survivors. Tickets for the general public were distributed to guests from all across the country through an online public lottery.

DOT DOT DOT: A New Musical was adapted from Reynolds’ best-selling Creatrilogy series (The Dot, Ish, Sky Color) by Composers Keelay Gipson and Sam Salmond and celebrates the power of originality, self-expression, and opening our eyes to look beyond the expected. Produced by TheaterWorksUSA, the show is now touring the U.S., including Reynolds’ own backyard at the Greater Boston Stage Company on Saturday April 13, 2024. For more information on the GBSC performance, click here.

Celebrate the power of originality and self-expression! Reserve your seats to see DOT DOT DOT: A New Musical at Chappaqua Performing Arts Center in Chappaqua, NY on Saturday, Mar. 23.

DOT DOT DOT: A New Musical is an exciting new musical based on The Creatrilogy, a trio of award-winning picture books by New York Times bestselling author Peter H. Reynolds (The Dot, Ish and Sky Color).

Adapted by Composers Keelay Gipson and Sam Salmond, the musical, like the series, celebrates the power of originality, self-expression, and opening our eyes to look beyond the expected.

When Marisol (Sky Color), a young artist and curator of the Musee de Marisol, decides that her gallery requires more than her own art, her search for emerging talent leads her to Vashti (The Dot), whose dots inspire Ramon (Ish) to become an artist in his own right.

The musical follows Marisol’s journey to help her new friends, and her entire community, break free from self-criticism and learn to let their imaginations soar.

Join Peter H. Reynolds and Marc Colagiovanni on Sunday, Mar. 10 at 12:00 PM for the launch of their new book The Reflection in Me. Hosted by Hicklebee’s.

The Reflection in Me is a story of self-love that teaches children that their physical layer is just that -- one layer -- and below it lies a rich tapestry of attributes that make them unique and wonderful. Through Marc Colagiovanni’s powerful text and Peter H. Reynolds's inspirational artwork, this picture book offers readers a wholly original exploration of self-love and self-acceptance.

Originally released as an animated short, which has over 1.8 million views on YouTube, this is the second of two new picture books created in collaboration with Marc and Peter that is sure to inspire, affirm, and reassure at key milestone moments in every young reader's life. The Reflection in Me serves to empower children and readers of all ages to find the courage to look inside and love themselves just as they are.

Join Peter H. Reynolds and Marc Colagiovanni on Saturday, Mar. 9 at 11:00 AM for the launch of their new book The Reflection in Me. Hosted by The King’s English.

The Reflection in Me is a story of self-love that teaches children that their physical layer is just that -- one layer -- and below it lies a rich tapestry of attributes that make them unique and wonderful. Through Marc Colagiovanni’s powerful text and Peter H. Reynolds's inspirational artwork, this picture book offers readers a wholly original exploration of self-love and self-acceptance.

Originally released as an animated short, which has over 1.8 million views on YouTube, this is the second of two new picture books created in collaboration with Marc and Peter that is sure to inspire, affirm, and reassure at key milestone moments in every young reader's life. The Reflection in Me serves to empower children and readers of all ages to find the courage to look inside and love themselves just as they are.

Join author Paul Reynolds for a keynote at the NSEA Spring Conferences on Saturday, March 9 at 1 p.m. Reynolds will deliver his keynote Thriving Together: Teaching Character Strengths & Life Skills at the Gretna East High School.

The NSEA Spring Conferences are each designed to enrich and empower educators in their professional journey. These conferences promise to be enlightening, providing valuable insights and strategies to enhance your teaching practices. It's an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow educators, share experiences, and gain a fresh perspective on the challenges and opportunities in education. Join us for a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and thrive together.

Click here to register.

Join Marc Colagiovanni on Tuesday, Mar. 5 at 5:00 PM for the launch of their new book The Reflection in Me. Hosted by Barrington Books.

The Reflection in Me is a story of self-love that teaches children that their physical layer is just that -- one layer -- and below it lies a rich tapestry of attributes that make them unique and wonderful. Through Marc Colagiovanni’s powerful text and Peter H. Reynolds's inspirational artwork, this picture book offers readers a wholly original exploration of self-love and self-acceptance.

Originally released as an animated short, which has over 1.8 million views on YouTube, this is the second of two new picture books created in collaboration with Marc and Peter that is sure to inspire, affirm, and reassure at key milestone moments in every young reader's life. The Reflection in Me serves to empower children and readers of all ages to find the courage to look inside and love themselves just as they are.

Join Peter H. Reynolds and Marc Colagiovanni on Sunday, Mar. 3 at 2:00 PM at Indigo Books for the launch of their new book The Reflection in Me.

The Reflection in Me is a story of self-love that teaches children that their physical layer is just that -- one layer -- and below it lies a rich tapestry of attributes that make them unique and wonderful. Through Marc Colagiovanni’s powerful text and Peter H. Reynolds's inspirational artwork, this picture book offers readers a wholly original exploration of self-love and self-acceptance.

Originally released as an animated short, which has over 1.8 million views on YouTube, this is the second of two new picture books created in collaboration with Marc and Peter that is sure to inspire, affirm, and reassure at key milestone moments in every young reader's life. The Reflection in Me serves to empower children and readers of all ages to find the courage to look inside and love themselves just as they are.

Join Peter H. Reynolds and Marc Colagiovanni on Friday, Mar. 1 at 5:30 PM for the launch of their new book The Reflection in Me. Hosted by The Community Literacy Foundation.

The Reflection in Me is a story of self-love that teaches children that their physical layer is just that -- one layer -- and below it lies a rich tapestry of attributes that make them unique and wonderful. Through Marc Colagiovanni’s powerful text and Peter H. Reynolds's inspirational artwork, this picture book offers readers a wholly original exploration of self-love and self-acceptance.

Originally released as an animated short, which has over 1.8 million views on YouTube, this is the second of two new picture books created in collaboration with Marc and Peter that is sure to inspire, affirm, and reassure at key milestone moments in every young reader's life. The Reflection in Me serves to empower children and readers of all ages to find the courage to look inside and love themselves just as they are.

Join PEAR and FableVision Learning/Reynolds TLC for a webinar as we explore how to leverage the power of storytelling and the structure of circles to build belonging in elementary classrooms.

In the post-pandemic era, elementary students are facing challenges in belonging and crucially lack social-emotional learning (SEL) support. Teachers, too, grapple with overwhelming schedules. Discover a transformative solution – Connect & Thrive: Story-Powered Circles.

This program, developed in collaboration with PEAR and FableVision Learning/Reynolds TLC, offers a low-stress, ready-to-implement approach to help students connect. Anchored in PEAR’s Clover Model of youth development, these circles make delivering critical components of human development easy, seamless, and fun.

Join us to learn how these Story-Powered Circles foster belonging and support SEL in elementary education, making a positive impact on both students and teachers.

Click here to register.

Key Highlights:
• Easy implementation and ready-to-use approach
• Research-based support for social-emotional learning
• Engaging circles designed for young students through the use of the award-winning picture books of New York Times #1 best-selling author/illustrator Peter H. Reynolds
• Anchored in PEAR’s Clover Model for holistic development

See Dot Dot Dot: The Musical at the Gallagher Bluedorn on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 10:00am or 12:30pm at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center in Cedar Falls, IA.

Join us in welcoming author, Peter H. Reynolds, to campus to celebrate the Iowa premiere of “Dot Dot Dot: The Musical” as part of the Gallagher Bluedorn's Kaleidoscope series for youth. Based on the award-winning book The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds, this show celebrates the power of originality, self-expression, and opening our eyes to look beyond the expected. The two-day performance will be celebrated with a series of related activities for youth, families and educators. This unique collaborative effort between the Gallagher Bluedorn, the Richard O. Jacobson Center for Comprehensive Literacy and the UNI College of Education uplifts the connection between literacy, creativity and the arts. UNI students will have the opportunity to participate in all of the activities. 

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On Monday, Feb. 12 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., area families are invited to attend a free community night at the Gallagher Bluedorn in Cedar Falls, IA. Animated films of Reynolds’ books The Dot, Ish, and Sky Color will be shown, and activities in the lobby will allow youth to explore their creativity in a variety of engaging activities.

No registration is required.

Join us in welcoming author, Peter H. Reynolds, to campus to celebrate the Iowa premiere of “Dot Dot Dot: The Musical” as part of the Gallagher Bluedorn's Kaleidoscope series for youth. Based on the award-winning book The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds, this show celebrates the power of originality, self-expression, and opening our eyes to look beyond the expected. The two-day performance will be celebrated with a series of related activities for youth, families and educators. This unique collaborative effort between the Gallagher Bluedorn, the Richard O. Jacobson Center for Comprehensive Literacy and the UNI College of Education uplifts the connection between literacy, creativity and the arts. UNI students will have the opportunity to participate in all of the activities.