Welcome to Smudge’s Lab, your ultimate hub for all things writing! Here, you’ll find a treasure trove of writing resources designed to spark creativity and enhance writing skills. Whether you’re a budding writer or a seasoned wordsmith, Smudge’s Lab offers a growing collection of prompts, guides, and activities to help you on your writing journey. This page is constantly expanding, with new content added regularly, so there’s always something fresh and inspiring to discover. Dive in, explore, and let your imagination run wild in Smudge’s Lab!
After watching Episode 1 of Smudge, dive deeper into the world of creativity with our specially curated resources! We’ve got everything you need to keep the inspiration flowing, from story starters and character sheets to social-emotional learning (SEL) resources designed to help students connect with the characters on a deeper level. Whether you’re teaching K-3 or 4-8, you’ll find a wealth of tools tailored to your needs, all designed to enhance the viewing experience and encourage creative expression.
Smudge has been hard at work crafting an exciting new story, The Brave Teapot, but there’s a twist—this story isn’t finished yet, and Smudge needs your students’ help to bring it to life! In this imaginative tale, a little teapot discovers that bravery isn’t about size or strength, but about courage, kindness, and standing up for what’s right. Along the way, the teapot faces challenges, meets new friends, and learns valuable lessons about self-confidence and determination. But the story is still missing some key details, and that’s where your students come in!