TLC Programs

We provide high level creativity training for classroom educators and school leaders with the goals of cultivating purposeful creativity in classrooms, increased student engagement, and improved learning outcomes.

Our programs support SEL, creativity, STEAM, digital storytelling and career exploration in the elementary and middle school years, and leverage the stories in Peter H. Reynolds’ books as scaffolding.

Peter’s books focus on themes like resilience, self-confidence, voice, connection, individuality, and the joy of words, and serve as a conduit for educators and learners to explore creative self-expression, whether that be through technology, engineering, writing, or art.

We customize programs to meet your specific needs and target areas including:

STEM/STEAM • SEL • Computational Thinking • CREATIVE Problem Solving • Student Voice • INNOVATION

Professional Development

Professional development engagements can be delivered bite sized (1.5 hours), half/full day, or even as a week-long engagement. Our hands-on workshops are often tied to tools and services provided by FableVision/ReynoldsTLC.

SEL/Creativity & Picture Books

Discover how to use Peter H. Reynolds’ books to build social-emotional learning (SEL) skills and learn the principles of a creative classroom. Each book has a special message that can help us think about, talk about, and practice skills like self-awareness, resilience, and creativity. Educators will energize their classrooms with stories and activities that bring out the best in everyone.

Igniting the Creative Spark

This experience is based on Peter H. Reynolds' Creatrilogy of books, which foster creative mindsets and transform the classroom with research-backed principles. We define and highlight the importance of creativity, assess our own creative abilities, and explore how to apply creativity in the classroom. Teachers will leave inspired, knowing that creativity is an essential skill that they can infuse into their classrooms.

Creative Problem Solving

The most challenging problems in life don't have clear answers and require new thinking. The Creative Problem Solving (CPS) process helps us face challenges productively. In this workshop, participants learn CPS, creative skills, and problem-solving tools. Challenges are generated and solved together, teaching innovation principles. Educators and their students can apply what they learn to any problems they face in organizations, teams, or even at home.

1,2,3: Creativity and Math

Math is often seen as strict, dull, and uncreative. However, great mathematicians know they need to think flexibly, see things differently, visualize richly, and imagine alternatives in order to solve a mathematical problem. This session will help teachers make connections between creativity and math that will improve student engagement and build essential critical thinking skills.

Spiral-Up: Creative Lesson Planning

Creativity is not an add-on or extra for when the ‘real work’ is finished. Creativity is essential for deep learning. In this session, participants bring present a lesson they feel needs a lift. We discuss the elements of a creative lesson plan, and then workshop each other's lessons. Participants practice Creative Problem Solving principles and strategies for lesson planning and life.

Activated Storytelling for Transformational Learning

Story is a powerful tool for learning. Educators use stories creatively to inspire and transform. Discover how a teacher in Iowa encouraged millions to make a difference through creativity & bravery. Learn about inspiring teachers, ed-tech tools, and using Peter H. Reynolds’ books for purpose-based learning, growth mindset, and social change.

Our PD engagements can be supported by individual teacher online training in:

The Creative Educator Certification Program

self-paced • 13 hours online • 52 hours in the classroom

Creativity is one of today's most important skills. This year-long, self-paced program equips teachers with the knowledge and tools to prioritize creativity in the classroom. Participants complete assignments and gain certification, enabling them to teach creatively and foster their students' creative spirit. The online platform provides videos and reading materials, while teachers apply concepts, strategies, and tools alongside their regular classroom activities. Student Guidebook for creative problem solving included.

Educators that satisfactorily complete all required activities/assignments receive a certificate of completion, a digital badge, and become Certified Creative Educators through FableVision/Reynolds Center.

Expectation: 13 hours on the platform - 52 hours in the classroom (including 20 hours for Student Guidebook)

Make Me A Pizza: Computational Thinking & Game-Based Learning with Zoombinis

The world needs computational thinkers - those who solve problems using logic. Zoombinis, a researched-based logic game, teaches computational thinking through challenging puzzles. Educators in this workshop will play the game and learn how to turn implicit learning into explicit knowledge for students. The little blue Zoombinis will stick with you on the path to becoming effective problem solvers.

Paper Prototyping Bootcamp for STEAM-Powered Learning

Want to introduce students to digital fabrication and STEAM in your classroom or library? This workshop provides hands-on opportunities for getting comfortable with FabMaker Studio, an online digital design and fabrication tool. Participants experience the benefits of rapid paper prototyping , which allows for quick cycles of testing and iterative design enhancements - especially helpful within limited class periods. Explore research-based best practices, appropriate to get all students (grades 1-6) designing and creating.