Creativity was on full display at Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School as second-grade students in Mrs. Hernandez’s class celebrated International Dot Day with fun, hands-on activities inspired by the beloved children’s book The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds.
International Dot Day is celebrated each year around September 15 and encourages children around the world to embrace creativity, courage, and self-expression. The celebration was inspired by Reynolds’ book The Dot, which was first published in 2003. The story follows a young girl named Vashti who believes she cannot draw. Her teacher encourages her to simply make a mark and see where it takes her. Vashti begins with one small dot, and that simple act grows into a journey of confidence and creativity.
The message behind The Dot reminds students that everyone has something meaningful to contribute. It also shows the important role teachers play in encouraging children to believe in themselves, try something new, and recognize their own potential.
Mrs. Hernandez brought that message to life in her second-grade classroom through special Dot Day activities that gave students opportunities to create, explore, and express their individuality. Students discovered that something as simple as a dot can become the beginning of a much bigger idea when imagination takes over.
Celebrating Dot Day was more than an opportunity to create art. It was a reminder to Birdwell students to be brave enough to “make their mark” and see where their creativity can take them. Mrs. Hernandez’s second graders certainly made their marks—and celebrated what makes each student unique!
