social & emotional learning
Connect & Thrive gives teachers a joyful, simple way to help students grow—together.
Connect & Thrive: Story-Powered Circles is a ready-to-use program that helps elementary students build connection, confidence, and a sense of community—while giving teachers an easy, low-prep way to bring meaningful conversations into the classroom.
Created by the experts at PEAR (Partnerships in Education and Resilience) and the FableVision Learning team,
This program blends PEAR’s proven “circle” model with beloved storybooks by Peter H. Reynolds, including The Dot, Ish, Say Something, and Be You.
Each story sparks thoughtful discussion and hands-on activities aligned with PEAR’s Clover Model of youth development—supporting growth in key areas like belonging, voice, reflection, and engagement.
What makes it work?
➤ Easy to implement
➤ Backed by research
➤ Designed to truly engage young learners
The full program—15 days of engaging, story-based activities—is just $175, making it an incredible value for classrooms looking to build a strong foundation for student growth.
Classroom Resources
Our story activation kit includes a variety of posters, activities, worksheets, certificates, (and more!) to utilize in your classroom for a hands-on learning experience!
Bring creativity and heart to your classroom all year long!
Embark on a year-long journey of stories, imagination, and inspiration with Peter H. Reynolds! This comprehensive year-long story activation program designed, scaffolded, and differentiated for ages K-5 features hands-on adventures inspired by twelve of Peter’s beloved books, designed to spark creativity, kindness, and courage in learners of all ages.
Perfect for teachers, librarians, and creative educators who want to inspire a full year of learning, growth, and creative exploration.
The Year-Long Create Bravely Peter H. Reynolds Story Activation Tool Kit
Crafted for Creative Educators
Designed with you in mind - we aim to encourage and inspire creativity, kindness, and courage in your little learners!
Interactive Storytelling
Peter H. Reynolds will be in your classroom every step of the way - our story activation kit includes exclusive videos of Peter discussing his stories each month!
Program Calendar
12-month program calendar with corresponding Peter H. Reynolds book (including bonus summer months!)
● create
nominate a teacher for the 2026 peter h. reynolds creative educator award
what it is: an annual recognition celebrating educators who have embraced creativity, courage, and empathy in a way that positively impacts their school or community.
who it’s for: an educator who demonstrates initiative, originality, and heart in their creative endeavors, storytelling, or acts of kindness.
why we love it: inspired by peter h. reynolds’ books and philosophy, this award highlights the importance of using creativity to make a difference. it showcases the educators and librarians boldly taking creative risks and sharing their unique gifts with their students and the world.
