All Anna Elementary students read "The Dot" last week in Media Class and created a dot of their own in Art Class.
What is International Dot Day?
International Dot Day is celebrated every year on the 15th of September. This special event, inspired by Peter H. Reynolds' book ‘The Dot’, was created as a way of celebrating creativity, courage, and collaboration. It's celebrated all over the globe, showing people, both young and old, that there is beauty, power, and great potential in creativity.
‘The Dot’ tells the story of an encouraging teacher and a student, Vashti, who does not believe in her own abilities. The teacher encourages Vashti to start small, believe in herself, and just see where it goes. What begins as just one small dot on a piece of paper, develops into a work of art and leads Vashti on a journey of confidence, bravery, and self-discovery. The story has been an inspiration to children and adults everywhere. Through reading 'The Dot', kids will learn that no matter how small or insignificant they may feel, their creativity can still be incredibly powerful.