Theme- Animal World Animal world is one of the themes that is very close to the hearts of children. They were super excited during this month while playing with stuffed toys of their favourite animals. They were also introduced to pet, farm, and wild animals. Children were made aware of the characteristics, young ones, and the homes of these animals. They loved to enact and make sounds like the animals. Rhymes such as ‘Pussy cat, Pussy cat,’ ‘Mary had a little lamb,’ ‘Down in the jungle,’ ‘Colourful Farm Animals,’ ‘Our Puppies,’ etc. were the highlights of the month. Verbal Linguistic Children enjoyed listening to and imitating the sounds of animals. They loved discussing animals and asking a variety of questions, such as 'What do animals eat?' They were excited to share their experiences, such as riding a horse, feeding milk to cats and dogs, and seeing a lion at the zoo. In addition to the thematic concepts, they identified and joyfully recited phonic songs for the letters Kk, Ll, and Mm. Children also became familiar with words that begin with these sounds through short stories. Logical/Mathematical Our little ones have started reciting numbers in a sequence with the help of rhymes. They also learnt to recognize ‘number 5’ and counted the fingers and toes of one of the hands and feet. They took keen interest in the concept of 'Thick and Thin', and the shape 'Rectangle'. They excitedly pointed out different rectangle shaped objects in the room like door, AC, remote and even their box of crayons! They attempted an array of fun activities like tearing and pasting, colouring and making a cow craft from rectangular cut outs. Visual Art Children explored their aesthetic skills with the help of various colouring and craft activities in the classroom. Using an array of materials was a sensory treat for them. The budding artists thoroughly enjoyed the process, guided by instructions on right and left directions, folding and unfolding, and drawing shapes. Certain highlights of the activities include:
Naturalistic This month, children gained awareness of the impact of their habits on the animal kingdom. They learned about the implications and consequences of throwing polybags or feeding animals in polybags, understanding how hazardous and serious it can be for the animals. Children expressed their commitment by creating handprints on the 'Save Animals' poster. In addition, they were sensitized to the importance of caring for animals through the story 'Anna and her pet.' They were also enlightened about Mahatma Gandhi's vision of cleanliness and were excited to put it into practice by cleaning their classrooms as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, guided by their educator. Bodily kinesthetic Physical activities play a crucial role in the holistic development of young children. The sports educator guided the children in performing various exercises. This month, students practiced the following exercises: Warm-up exercises included on-the-spot jogging, jumping, and running. Students were able to perform locomotive skills, such as:
Musical Intelligence Music enriches children's lives by enhancing their cognitive development and language skills. It also nurtures creativity and emotional expression, making it an essential part of a well rounded education for kids. Indian Music This month, Children enjoyed reciting the ‘छोटी छोटी गइया’ and ‘ बापू भोले भल’ songs and had fun learning the rhythm clapping. Western Music Children enjoyed singing the song – ‘I have a Pet’ related to the monthly theme ‘Animals’. Dance Dance is an art that involves sequences of movement. It helps strengthen muscles, improve body balance, and increase flexibility, while also enhancing cognitive development. During this month, the children attempted dance steps to the song 'वो किसना है'. Imaginarium Creating a mix of free and structured play helps children to develop an array of skills and feel more balanced in their everyday lives. The children enjoyed engaging in pretend play in the kitchen corner, constructing structures in the block corner, and using the Lego table, among other activities. These activities provided children with opportunities to explore their interests and skills across all the learning corners of the 'Imaginarium. Pottery Children engaged their sense of touch and sight while working with clay, exploring various tactile perceptions such as hot, cold, smooth, rough, hard, soft, slippery, and sticky. They also developed their visual perception by identifying matte and shiny surfaces. In addition, children expressed their creativity by shaping different forms, including rectangles, squares, and circles. With the assistance of the educator, they created a 'cat face' (depicting a pet animal) and 'duck feet.' To reinforce their understanding of the letter 'Mm,' the children enjoyed crafting a mitten. Montessori Practical life activities are the first activities introduced to children within the Montessori environment. The practical life exercise domain has four primary aims: order, coordination, independence, and concentration. Children endeavoured to gain confidence in independently carrying out practical life exercises, such as folding a handkerchief, spooning, wet pouring, and using a spindle box. Drama Exposing children to drama and performing arts engages the creative side of their brains. This month, children had the opportunity to celebrate the rich expressions of pet, farm, and wild animals. It served as an excellent platform to boost the self-confidence of children, particularly benefiting introverted and reserved individuals. The educator narrated the story 'The Honest Fruit Seller' and practiced voice projection by raising and lowering hands. Additionally, the children had a great time singing and performing the song 'सारेके सारेगा मा को लेकर.' Later on, they enjoyed a fun-filled activity involving the expression of certain feelings and situations. Storytelling The month began with a fun and farm-based story to familiarize children with farm animals, pet animals, their homes, and young ones. They listened to the story of 'The Little Red Hen.' Birthday celebration The theme for this birthday party was super exciting. Children enjoyed dressing up as their favourite animals and spoke a few lines about their props. The educator also provided guidance on the do's and don'ts of how to behave at a birthday party, including the appropriate way to greet, wish, and thank others. An important message was conveyed to the children, emphasizing the importance of donating leftover food to those in need or to stray dogs, cows, and cats, rather than wasting or throwing it away. Events Verbal Linguistic Event Verbal Linguistic Intelligence is a component of Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences theory that focuses on an individual's ability to comprehend both spoken and written forms of language. Language offers a multitude of expressions, and this was vividly demonstrated when our young learners enthusiastically participated in the 'Verbal Linguistics' event to express their love for languages. It was a delight to witness our young learners confidently and clearly recite rhymes such as 'Wind the Bobbin Up' and the 'Jolly Phonic Song Teacher's Day Teacher Day is not just a date on the calendar; its not a day of reflection, gratitude, and acknowledgment. It reminds us of the profound impact that teachers have on our academic and personal development. Teachers are not just educators; they are mentors, guides, and often, our second parents. They impart knowledge, inspire curiosity, and instill values that stay with us for a lifetime. On this day, we honour them for their dedication, hard work, and unwavering support. Teacher's Day celebration is a small token of appreciation for everything our teachers do. It's a day filled with heartfelt tributes, performances, and activities to show just how much we value and respect them Grandparents Day Assembly – NURSERY B "Grandparents hold our tiny hands for just a little while, but our hearts forever" It is indeed a blessing to have grandparents with us. They are the ones who have paved the path for our parents, making them the best decision-makers for us. The tiny tots of Nursery B showed their love for grandparents through a special assembly on Grandparents Day. They demonstrated their skills through dance, a skit, and quotes that emphasized the importance of grandparents in our lives. They expressed their appreciation for grandparents by sharing some of the things grandparents do for us. Our Academic Head, Ms. Bhawna Singh, encouraged students to think about the ways in which our grandparents support us. She emphasized the importance of spending time with our grandparents, showing them love and care, and seeking their blessings always. Learn; Engage; Acquire; Perform “Children do not move, think or speak in a straight line and neither does their imagination nor Creativity”. To unleash the creativity of our children, we conduct LEAP activities each month wherein children perform various brainstorming tasks to enhance their higher -order thinking skills and ingenuity to be future-ready. The activity performed by the students this month were: 1.Bilateral Integration - Children were able to comprehend the activity and move both the hands on the given pattern simultaneously. This activity enhanced their visual thinking and observing skills. 2. Maze -Children made an attempt to locate the path with few clues to complete the task. This activity enhanced their reasoning and predicting skills.
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