Choice Boards: August

Have You Ever Wondered...
Why was school created?
Who invented the first school?

It’s that time of year again! Transitioning to a new school year can be an emotional time. That’s especially true now, since the last few school years have been so full of changes and interruptions. To help prepare, review your schedule and make a plan for your first day. Be patient as you adjust, and open up to friends and family about how you’re feeling. Remember that your teachers are there to help you. Help yourself by setting up a study space at home, and by adopting a growth mindset, the belief that with practice and hard work, you can get better. Stay open to making new friends and joining new clubs. And be mindful of how you’re feeling—practicing self-care and talking to a trusted adult can help ease anxiety or nerves. Press “play” to learn more ways to make your back-to-school season a success.

“A series of songs to inspire a generation of good,” Right On Tracks are four message-driven music videos for kids that hearken back to the days of the 1970s-era SchoolHouse Rock series. The project, powered by Cheerios and helmed by creative agency 72andSunny, aims to encourage conversations about kindness, inclusion, and empathy."

Looking to get back into the writing groove? Check out these picture prompts from The New York Times.

"Imagine a world where kids push adults on the swings, where mom and dad fall asleep in strollers that kids have to shove up hills, and where grownups are coaxed into the pool by their child, waiting to catch them with arms open.

Bristol-based animators Hend Esmat and Lamiaa Diab imagine this world in Flipped, their 2018 animation."

"I DON’T CARE celebrates the similarities and differences between two unlikely friends. So, grab a friend of your own, some paper, a pencil, some paint, and — a potato! — and get ready to create together! "

Witty loves school and is so excited to start a new year and meet new friends. He has all his supplies, his lunch is packed, and while he is happy to begin a new year, he is also feeling many other emotions. Help Witty navigate his feelings and his friends as he goes back to school.