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Along the meadow, where cows once grazed, there was an old wall. Among the stones of the wall, near the barn, some field mice had built their home.Task 1: Create Mouse Federico and implement it with cutoutsMaterials: Gray cardboard and some colored ones to create the details of the face, colored markers. But since the farmers had abandoned the farm, the barn had been left empty. Winter was approaching, and the little mice had to think about stocking up. Day and night, they busily collected nuts and grains, hay, and berries. Task 2: Gather gray materials that represent concrete resources for the winter.Materials: Sheets of paper, crayons, dark-colored markers, buttons. They all worked. Everyone except Federico.So, who is this little mouse who doesn’t worry about gathering supplies and doesn’t help his brothers? What is he doing?His sitting still with his nose in the air certainly doesn’t go unnoticed, and time and again he’s asked:"Federico, why aren’t you working?""How come I’m not working?" Federico replied, a little offended. "I’m gathering the sun’s rays for the cold winter days." Task 3: Draw the sun and its rays.Materials: Crayons, chalk, tempera paints, or wax crayons, paper. "That good-for-nothing Federico is trying to make fun of us," thought the others. "With those words, we’ll have little to eat during the winter."Winter came, and when the first snow fell, the little mice took refuge in their burrow among the stones. Little by little, they began to eat up most of the berries, hay, and grain. They certainly weren't starving, but the green meadows, the games in the field, and the poppies in the golden wheat were just a distant memory. They felt more and more sad in front of the cold winter, and no one felt like chatting anymore. Task 4: Let's build winter with snowy trees.Materials: Strips of paper of different sizes, rounded-tip scissors, scrap paper, upcycled tools such as brushes and sponges of all kinds, tempera paint. It was at that point that Federico spoke up:"Don't be sad, my friends, it's time to enjoy the supplies I gathered during the summer!"Federico cleared his throat, waited for a moment, then took out all the supplies he had collected during the summer. And while Federico talked about the sun’s rays, the little mice began to feel warmer. And when he spoke of the blue of the cornflowers, the red poppies in the yellow wheat, the green leaves of the ivy, they saw the colors as if they had many palettes in their heads. Task 5: The Skin of ThingsMaterials: Sheets of paper, wax crayons, upcycled tools such as brushes and sponges of all kinds, tempera paint. "And the words, Federico?"Federico cleared his throat, waited for a moment, and then, as if on a stage, he said:"Who makes the snow, the meadow, the stream?Who makes the weather bad or good?Who gives color to the roses and the violets?Who lights the moon and the sun?Four little mice, with blue fur,who are up there watching us from the…

We received positive feedback from Ingvild, who pointed out that we did a great job. She emphasized that our project is not only well designed, but also entirely feasible. “It would be absolutely possible” she said, highlighting the practicality of our approach. She especially appreciated the way we structured the proposed tasks. According to her, the tasks we proposed are realistic and can be effectively implemented by dividing participants into groups, as we initially planned. This validation reaffirms that our approach is both thoughtful and achievable. Feasibility of the Final Work Our ultimate goal is the creation of the "Silent Book", a personalized project for each participant. Ingvild pointed out that our objective is entirely achievable, because it avoids being overly ambitious or complex. By maintaining simplicity and clarity, we ensure that the project remains accessible and meaningful for both children and elderly participants. Our Research Our research into life in Norway and the challenges faced by our target groups has been both thorough and accurate. Ingvild appreciated our focus on understanding the realities of Norwegian life and the specific difficulties immigrant children may encounter. By exploring these aspects, we were able to build a solid foundation for our project, aligning it closely with the needs of both target groups. Intergenerational Focus Based on our in-depth research, we chose to emphasize intergenerational communication, placing the interactions between participants at the heart of the project. Ingvild recognized this as a key strength of our approach. This focus not only encourages mutual understanding but also contributes to the success and impact of the project. This feedback has been incredibly motivating for us as a team. It confirms that our hard work and planning are on the right track. We are excited to take these insights and continue refining our project, ensuring it delivers a lasting, positive impact for everyone involved.

Our journey as Team C in crafting our project presentation is an exciting mix of brainstorming, collaboration, and creativity. The images depict us in action, working together to bring our ideas to life. Key Discussions: We analyze and debate the most important points of our project, ensuring that our message is clear and impactful. Research & Inspiration: From browsing articles to watching videos on YouTube, we explore various activities that can engage children and seniors, drawing inspiration for interactive and meaningful experiences. Practice Makes Perfect: As we refine our speech and rehearse our delivery, we aim to ensure that every team member feels confident and ready to present. These images capture not only the work we put in but also the dedication that define us as Team C. We are excited to share the results of our hard work with everyone!

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Commentator Checklist Engage with Other Teams' Blogs[X] Review at least five blogs from teams other than your paired teams.[X] Reflect on their ideas/individual profiles through comments that can support or challenge their approach (minimum three comments)[ ] Share a minimum of one relevant information or resource as a post that might be helpful for their projects. Client Team Checklist Develop the Initial Client Brief[X] Outline the project theme: "Celebrating the Daily Joys of Life."[X] Conduct research on the theme and select intended users (e.g., specific family members, mostly grandparents).[X] Collect cultural practices, objects, and observations relevant to user needs.[X] Prepare visually rich materials (e.g., storyboards, videos) for Designer Team reference.[X] Identify design requirements based on your client profile[X] Post the initial design brief on your Designer Team Blog. Communicate over the Initial Client Brief[X] Regularly access the Designer Team’s blog and respond to questions from your Designer Team[X] Provide constructive feedback based and offer insights and cultural context to assist in the design process.[X] Document any new evaluation criteria in a client brief change document. Develop the Finalized Client Brief[X] Upload the revised agreed design brief including deliverables on project site[X] Provide feedback to collaborators when necessary[X] Post the finalized Client Brief Feedback on Design Team’s Concepts[ ] Provide feedback to collaborators on their initial individual design concepts.[ ] Provide feedback to collaborators on their refined two concepts.[ ] Provide feedback to designers on their final concept[ ] Take possession' of the design documentation and relevant files. Designer Team Checklist Initial Setup[X] Create a Design Team Banner (logo, team name, member photos).[X] Set up a Gravatar account for your profile photo to be shown on the blog.[X] Upload personal bios with photos and contact details to the Design Team blog. Respond to Client Brief[X] Review and clarify aspects, tasks in the initial client brief.[X] Ask for additional information and sources where necessary.[X] Review the finalized client brief to proceed with your designer work. Generate Initial Design Concepts[ ] Each team member creates at least 3 initial design concepts (9 or 12 in total).[ ] Post all initial concepts on the blog for Client Team feedback.[ ] Ask for feedback and future directions on the provided concepts. Refine Design Concepts[ ] Review Client Team feedback on initial design concepts[ ] Collaboratively narrow down to 2 refined design solutions.[ ] Document changes and rationale on the blog.[ ] Ask for feedback and future directions on the provided concepts. Finalize Design Solution[ ] Address final Client Team feedback.[ ] Submit a single, finalized design solution to the Client Team which includes: technical drawings, ‘Ikea-style’ instruction on how to assemble the model, description of how the design is promoted, distributed, used and disposed or re-appropriated[ ] Supply your clients with agreed deliverables

Hello everyone, my name is Sabatino Ambrosio. I'm currently studying Psychology at Suor Orsola Benincasa, and I completed my previous three years of university at Federico II. Psychology and the pursuit of knowledge are real passions of mine, and I’m deeply committed to exploring everything this field has to offer. Outside of my academic interests, I'm a big sports enthusiast. I love all types of sports, especially soccer and working out at the gym. I’m also a huge dog lover; I have two wonderful dogs, a pit bull and a mixed breed. Finally, I have a strong connection to my city, Naples, and I’m a dedicated supporter of our soccer team. I absolutely love traveling and discovering new cultures. Here I am rubbing the belly of the “Fat Policeman Statue” in Budapest. Legend has it that rubbing the policeman’s stomach brings good luck, especially in love! In his lifetime, the inspiration behind the statue was said to be a lover of food and women.

Meet the two new key figures in our project: Ingrid and Tomek. While they may look like real people in the pictures below, Ingrid and Tomek are actually user personas, thoughtfully crafted to embody the needs, preferences, and challenges of our target groups. What are user personas?A user persona is a fictional character that reflects a segment of our audience based on research and insights. By giving a face, name, and story to our user profiles, we’re able to dive deeper into understanding the perspectives of the people we aim to reach. It’s a way to ensure that our solutions are as user-centric and impactful as possible, guiding our decisions in design, content, and experience. Why Ingrid and Tomek?Ingrid and Tomek each represent distinct types of participants: Ingrid symbolizes Norwegian elders, while Tomek represents 4- and 5-year-old immigrant children, with Polish being the largest single nationality among them. Both personas have unique motivations and challenges. By visualizing their stories, our team can put ourselves in their shoes, ensuring that our project addresses their needs in the most thoughtful and effective way.