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Book Review: The Dot

A teacher inspires a student to unleash his creativity.
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Common Sense Rating: ON for ages 4+ Stars: 5 out of 5 (About Common Sense Ratings)
Written By: Peter Reynolds  Illustrated By: Peter Reynolds  Release Date: 11/17/2003  Genre: Fiction 

What Parents Should Know
Perfectionism, insecurity, getting started -- these are all important topics for budding students to think about, and discuss with their parents.

Common Sense Media Review
Focusing on perfectionism and insecurity as well as artistic process, the author shows in a humorous and kind way that getting started can be the hardest part in creative endeavor. With expressive illustrations in watercolor, ink, and tea, this elegantly designed book is profound in its simplicity. Showing the patience and detachment of a Sufi, the art teacher quietly but clearly shows the student that art (and by extension, all endeavors) can begin anywhere if a single first step is taken.



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