DOT DAY 2024 - Peter Reynolds

 International Dot Day, a global celebration of creativity, courage and collaboration, began when teacher Terry Shay introduced his classroom to Peter H. Reynolds’ book The Dot on September 15, 2009.

The Dot is the story of a caring teacher who dares a doubting student to trust in her own abilities by being brave enough to “make her mark”. What begins with a small dot on a piece of paper becomes a breakthrough in confidence and courage, igniting a journey of self-discovery and sharing, which has gone on to inspire countless children and adults around the globe.

And each year on International Dot Day – with the help of people just like you –the inspiration continues. What started as a story in the pages of a book is transforming teaching and learning around the world as people of all ages re-discover the power and potential of creativity in all they do.

Students at OES enjoyed reading The Dot and creating their own dots throughout the week. We also read the book Ish by Peter Reynolds. 

Celebrating Dot Day

INTERNATIONAL DOT DAY: September 15^th and DOT WEEK: 9/12 – 9/16

First through Fifth Grades read The Dot by Peter Reynolds and completed the activity “Make Your Mark and Frame It.”

Students follow in Vashti’s footsteps, creating their own dots. When finished, they frame their work, sign it, and proudly display it!   HOW WILL YOU MAKE YOUR MARK ON THE WORLD?

International Dot Day - September 15, 2020

International Dot Day, a global celebration of creativity, courage and collaboration, began when teacher Terry Shay introduced his classroom to Peter H. Reynolds’ book The Dot on September 15, 2009.

The Dot is the story of a caring teacher who dares a doubting student to trust in her own abilities by being brave enough to “make her mark”. What begins with a small dot on a piece of paper becomes a breakthrough in confidence and courage, igniting a journey of self-discovery and sharing, which has gone on to inspire countless children and adults around the globe.

And each year on International Dot Day – with the help of people just like you –the inspiration continues. What started as a story in the pages of a book is transforming teaching and learning around the world as people of all ages re-discover the power and potential of creativity in all they do.

Students at OES enjoyed reading The Dot and creating their own dots throughout the week.