STEAMed Magazine July 2016 | Page 38

THE LITTLE SPARK In this book, The Little Spark: 30 Ways to Ignite Your Creativity, you’ll find not only some great exercises to open up your creative spirit, but also tips for how to make room for it in your daily life.   THE CROSSROADS OF SHOULD AND MUST This book is from artist and author Elle Luna, who will be a keynote speaker at this summer’s online Arts Integration and STEAM conference.  It’s about the difference between jobs, careers, and callings. If you’re looking for an inspirational, quick read – this is a great option.   WHAT TO DO WHEN IT’S YOUR TURN Any book by Seth Godin immediately goes to the top of my reading pile and this one is no different.  Once you start to read this book, you’re going to have trouble getting through it.  Only because you’ll want to get up and get started on whatever it is that you’re passionate about. VOCABULARY GAMES FOR THE CLASSROOM Need some new ways to teach vocabulary?  There are 13 different games provided in this book with terms fr om E/LA, Math, Science and Social Studies.  I’ve also found that these games work well with key terms found in all arts areas.   PEZZETTINO This is a great book to have on hand in any classroom – there are so many connections to math, visual art, music, dance, and of course, English/Language Arts. A book all about belonging and finding where you fit into the larger picture, this is a fantastic read!   38