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Design thinking and problem-based learning are becoming increasingly popular, but how do we introduce children to this process?

 

In Zom-BE a Design Thinker, Zip the Zombie takes students through the Design Thinking process using human-centered design. As they read and learn, elementary-age students will learn skills that they will use for life! With rhyme, cute illustrations, interactive augmented reality experiences and digital downloads—such as coloring sheets and an online class that prompts students to create in multiple realities—this book is a great way to introduce design thinking and future technologies to your children at home or in the classroom. Download the Zombie Zip Process Journal, design challenges, and AR apps at below to get your young learners thinking like designers!

 

There is even a music video in the works!

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Download the ARTIVIVE app now and scan the cover on Amazon!

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Zom-Be A Design Thinker has supplemental activities aligned with United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals! Look for digital downloads soon!

 

Join the Global XR Design Challenge coming fall of 2019!

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XR Experiences available by downloading the following apps + purchasing a MERGE cube!

Download the Artivive App and scan the cover of the book to see it come to life!

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***AR content to be finished developing by August 30th, 2019

Download CoSpaces Edu and buy a MERGE cube to hold an interactive design thinking lesson in your hand!

Classroom Downloads 

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

"Empathy is such a critical skill for today's youth to develop and utilize when looking to solve problems in the world around them. Amanda does an incredible job of making empathy and Design Thinking accessible through her creative characters, storyline, and activities."

 

Michael Cohen, TheTechRabbi

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Mat Chacon, CEO, Dogheadsimulations 

"This is a fun, fast-paced read that is all about using teamwork to improve the educational experience. Whether you're an educator in the traditional classroom or an instructor in corporate training, you and your students will benefit from the unconventional strategies and tactics this book offers to navigate the darkness of antiquated educational practices and emerge into the light of an improved pedagogy.  " -- Mat Chacon, CEO, Doghead Simulations

"It’s human nature to get worn down by situations, and Education can be no different. But this dead-ly book from Amanda and Mary Ellen has the perfect anti-dote - the equally human response of playfulness, humour and creativity. As society moves to a fully digital and automated era where the most human intelligence or literacies are becoming more and more valuable, this is not only a smart move, but an absolutely key one if we are to truly survive. I’m confident that this book takes us even beyond that to also give an ability to thrive - first by understanding the recent past, and then via its incredible collection of practical tips and resources. I fully endorse Teachingland for the zombie-fied among us as well as the still warm and red-blooded teachers who are out there every day making a difference."

Jonathan Nalder, Teacher, Futurist, Digital Trainer and founder of FutureWe.org

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Steve Bambury, Head of Digital Learning and Innovation, JESS Dubai

“A totally unique approach to professional development that stands out from every other teaching book I’ve read. Essential reading for educators striving to ensure their learning environment doesn’t end up resembling a zombie movie!”