encourages children to dream big and follow their passions, no matter what others might think
encourages children to dream big and follow their passions, no matter what others might think
“Young Iggy Peck is an architect. And has been since he was two.“
“Young Iggy Peck is an architect. And has been since he was two.“
ggy‘s passion is tested. With a bit of imagination and determination, Iggy proves that his creative genius is more than just a hobby.
“She imagined she would become an architect who created buildings with art, science and math.”
It introduces students to Maya Lin's innovative thinking and resilience. In the classroom, I‘d use this book to encourage students to think about how they can express big ideas through art, perhaps even leading a project where they design their own memorials for causes important to them. It‘s perfect for integrating art, history, and character education.
In the biography about Maya Lin and how she designed the Vietnam Veterans Memorial by Jeanne Walker Harvey, the story is about Maya Lin as a child and her creative personality growing up. Known for her minimalist and thoughtful approach, her work emphasizes harmony with nature, simplicity, and the power of memory, using light and lines to create spaces that invite reflection and emotional connection