Instructions for Pupils
History and Meaning
The Book:
It is inspired by The Dot, a famous children's picture book by Peter H. Reynolds.
The Plot:
The story follows a doubting student named Vashti who thinks she cannot draw. Her art teacher tells her to just "make her mark and see where it takes you," starting with a simple dot. This small action leads to a huge boost in her confidence.
You were challenged to use a growth mindset to build the tallest tower out of dot stickers and index cards. You had a chance to build, reflect on your results, and come up with a plan to improve your design.
PLAN: Draw a diagram and gather your materials.
CREATE: Follow your plan and test it out.
IMPROVE: How can you make it better? Did it work? Do you need to add more or less?
1.
Add the activity to your journal.
2. Use the
to draw a Dot Tower plan.
3. Build your Dot Tower and take a
.
4. Look at the
what Dot art can you create?
5. Check
when completes.
Teacher Notes (not visible to pupils)
This activity was used around Sept. 15th (Dot Day) with a Dot Tower Growth Mindset STEM activity. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/The-Dot-Tower-Builder-Growth-Mindset-STEM-Activity-3866796