The Dot

The young woman who is a budding artist loved these books. Very inspirational. So happy I gifted them to her.

This book is so fun, so easy to read, and inspirational in that it encourages creative thinking as well as thinking about art in a different way. Everyone is creative in some way. This helps you think beyond the dot.

I love to use this book with my class

I love, love, love this book because it fosters creativity! It is good for both teachers and parents to read to their children. The message is that everyone can create art in his or her own way and we shouldn’t be afraid to try! After reading it, your child can explore making dots and mixing colors using paint and brushes or paint dot dabbers.

The story revolves around Vashti, a young girl who discovers her artistic potential through a simple dot. 🎨 Reynolds' narrative is not just about the act of drawing but a profound journey of self-discovery and confidence-building.What sets this book apart is its empowering message – that even a small dot can be the starting point for boundless creativity. As a parent, I appreciate how "The Dot" inspires conversations about self-expression, embracing imperfections, and the beauty of individuality. 🌟 It serves as a gentle nudge for both children and adults to take creative leaps and discover their unique talents.This is a timeless reminder that everyone has the potential to create something extraordinary. 📘✨

This is a second copy for our family. We had one before, and it was so well-loved that it fell apart completely. The story line is very simple, but poignant. A great diving board for a discussion with your kids on how their one small mark can make a huge impact on someone else's life. Purchased an extra as a gift for my child's first grade classroom. HIGHLY recommend this book!

My little preschoolers live this story so much.

I have to say hands down, this is one of the best books I own. I read this book and through it was amazing. This book is all about mistakes. Not only that, it leads to greater and deeper discussions.For example when I first opened this book for a group of kids to the torn paper, I asked them what they through and what they would do. The response was amazing. Of course it was only the first page so as the book went on, they reaction got stronger and the kids started to answer on a deeper level.I also showed this to an adult. Okay it was a few adults but this book has lead to many philosophical discussions.I have to say I like this book so much, I showed it to many educators and ordered ti for a few of them as well.This book is amazing. The pictures are nice and it is all about beautifying a mistake. Everyone makes mistakes but the questions is what we do with our mistakes. For a child, seeing an alligator from a torn piece of paper is simple and easy for them to understand. An adult on the other hand might see a coffee spill as an expression of the mind.I know this book is for kids up to the age of seven, but like I mentioned previously, I read it to kids ages 1 and a half to adults over forty. Mind you I only had this book for less then a month and the response is amazing.Sorry for the long review but when I feel really passionate about something I get carried away.Bottom line, if you are going to read this book from beginning to end as just a picture book then that is all you will see but if you start thinking and talking, this book is so much more. I just love this book.