A Photo | A Poem | A Dream Deferred

An Interactive Workshop for Caregivers, Educators, and Advocates

Unlock the power of art to spark meaningful dialogue, inspire empathy, and ignite change.

In this dynamic workshop, participants will explore how visual art and poetry can be combined to foster deep thinking, reflective dialogue, and social awareness. Drawing on Harvard Project Zero's Thinking Routines, you'll learn how to guide young learners—and yourself—through processes that nurture curiosity, close observation, and thoughtful interpretation.

• Explore powerful routines like See-Think-Wonder, Think-Puzzle-Explore, and I Used to Think… Now I Think
   
• Blend photography and poetry to inspire inquiry and develop critical thinking
   
• Engage in collaborative discussions around educational inequities and how they impact individuals and communities
   
• Discover how art can serve as a catalyst for equity-driven conversations with young children
   
• Access ongoing facilitator support and resources for implementing these practices in real-world settings
   

This isn’t just a workshop—it’s a call to action. You'll leave with tools, insights, and a renewed sense of purpose in your role as an educator or caregiver.

"When we engage the senses and the soul, learning becomes transformational."
 

Perfect for:

Early childhood educators, caregivers, parents, and advocates passionate about using education to build a more just and imaginative world. Within the workshop, Art is used as a powerful instrument for educational advocacy. Participants will engage in various thinking routines. The blending of a photograph and a poem will allow for careful observations and thoughtful interpretations stimulating curiosity and set the stage for inquiry. The workshop will address inequities within the educational system and its impact on individuals and on society as a whole.