Here are some of my thoughts when viewing the videos “The Essay” and “We Think” through a parent’s lens.
I loved the commercial “The Essay” and the strong message the little girl was broadcasting – believe in yourself and your ideas. As a parent, I worry that creativity and innovation are being squeezed out of my children while they are in school and other organized activities. The girl that didn’t give up on her dreams was a hopeful message for me. She was even smiling as she left the psychiatrist’s office because she knew she was right and had faith in herself.
The style of the video, with just one voice reading the essay coupled with old-fashioned yet clearly recognized ‘consequences’ for deviant behavior was very effective. It will truly speak to anyone – adult, child or educator. I imagine most viewers will recognize themselves somewhere in there.
Not only did the video share a strong message about embracing and fostering creative ideas as we move into the ever unknown future, but it also had an underlying message about, very simply, being tolerant of those who are different. Whether you think differently, look different or dream different – you don’t need a doctor, you just need support. It reminded me of a currently running commercial with pictures of kids being kids and a voiceover stating that these children could be the problem-solvers and innovators of tomorrow. Perhaps one of those children you nurture and support will change the world someday.
The second video “We Think” was a little harder for me to grasp. I never even heard of the technology mentioned in that one, and my children certainly aren’t playing World of Warcraft. The best I can come up with is that it is a model for how workplaces can best function – with a sharing and pooling of ideas. It wasn’t until the end that I realized it was a book trailer. So I tried to figure out who would be interested in the book and I’m not really sure about that. Maybe young professional innovators who are trying to forge professional communities? I liked the filming style – writing words and drawing pictures. I think the filming method and black and white aspect are an effective way to get your message across. However, I did not see a message relevant to me, my children, or our elementary school.
I loved the commercial “The Essay” and the strong message the little girl was broadcasting – believe in yourself and your ideas. As a parent, I worry that creativity and innovation are being squeezed out of my children while they are in school and other organized activities. The girl that didn’t give up on her dreams was a hopeful message for me. She was even smiling as she left the psychiatrist’s office because she knew she was right and had faith in herself.
The style of the video, with just one voice reading the essay coupled with old-fashioned yet clearly recognized ‘consequences’ for deviant behavior was very effective. It will truly speak to anyone – adult, child or educator. I imagine most viewers will recognize themselves somewhere in there.
Not only did the video share a strong message about embracing and fostering creative ideas as we move into the ever unknown future, but it also had an underlying message about, very simply, being tolerant of those who are different. Whether you think differently, look different or dream different – you don’t need a doctor, you just need support. It reminded me of a currently running commercial with pictures of kids being kids and a voiceover stating that these children could be the problem-solvers and innovators of tomorrow. Perhaps one of those children you nurture and support will change the world someday.
The second video “We Think” was a little harder for me to grasp. I never even heard of the technology mentioned in that one, and my children certainly aren’t playing World of Warcraft. The best I can come up with is that it is a model for how workplaces can best function – with a sharing and pooling of ideas. It wasn’t until the end that I realized it was a book trailer. So I tried to figure out who would be interested in the book and I’m not really sure about that. Maybe young professional innovators who are trying to forge professional communities? I liked the filming style – writing words and drawing pictures. I think the filming method and black and white aspect are an effective way to get your message across. However, I did not see a message relevant to me, my children, or our elementary school.