EnglishWelcoming Young Minds with Creativity and Curiosity! The academic year began with excitement as students participated in "All About Me!", a creative written activity where they shared personal details like their name, age, favourites, and drew a self-portrait—encouraging self-expression and confidence. Literature Adventures In the unit ‘Using My Senses’, students explored sensory vocabulary through interactive activities like a blindfold game, and recorded Amazing Words with sentence writing. The unit ‘My Family’ further built their reading and writing skills through comprehension exercises, vocabulary tasks, and chapter-end activities. Grammar in Action Grammar came to life with games like Name/Place/Animal/Thing, the ‘Mystery Box’, and the ‘Noun Tree’ for understanding Naming Words (Nouns). Students also explored ‘sh’ words through mind maps and learned about vowels via a video and a Handprint Activity, followed by a self-assessment worksheet. Students recapitulated the concept of Rhyming Words via a video and recorded the rhyming words in their notebook. Celebrating Reading & Writing The Reading Grand Prix inspired excitement around reading as students practiced blend words and built vocabulary. The Handwriting Quest motivated learners to take pride in neat and beautiful handwriting. https://youtu.be/WN_Z0syQSB4?feature=shared https://www.ixl.com/ela/grade-2/complete-the-poem-with-a-word-that-rhymes Hindiमास का आरंभ छात्रों का स्वागत करते हुए उनका परिचय लेकर किया गया | उनकी भाषाओं के बारे में पूछकर उन्होंने अपना चित्र बनाकर अपने नाम का पहला अक्षर लिखवाया गया | पाठ्यपुस्तक द्वारा चित्र कथा के चित्र दिखाकर छात्रों को स्वयं कहानी को बनाने की प्रेरणा देकर चित्र के माध्यम से कहानी सुनाई गई, जिससे छात्रों की कल्पना शक्ति का विकास हुआ l अमात्रिक शब्दों का लयात्मक (तुकबंदी) रूप में उच्चारण करवाते हुए छात्रों को नए शब्दों को बोलना तथा लिखना सिखाया गया | छात्रों ने अमात्रिक शब्दों का वीडियो देखकर नए- नए शब्दों को जोड़कर बनाना सीखा | कक्षा गतिविधि में छात्रों ने स्वयं अमात्रिक शब्दों को चित्र सहित लिखा तथा भित्ति पत्रों की सहायता से नए-नए शब्द बनाए l छात्रों को आ मात्रा सिखाने के लिए व्यंजन वर्णों पर लाल रंग से आ की मात्रा लगवाई गई | छात्रों ने आ मात्रा के व्यंजन वर्णों का लेखन तथा उच्चारण करना सीखा | छात्रों को वास्तविक वस्तुओं को दिखाते हुए आ की मात्रा का परिचय दिया गया। जैसे — दाल, चावल, राजमा, बादाम, आम, टमाटर आदि। छात्रों को आ मात्रा के नवीन शब्दों से अवगत करवाने के लिए उन्हें आ मात्रा की विडियो दिखाई गई | छात्रों ने आ मात्रा के शब्द चित्र सहित अपनी कार्य पुस्तिका में लिखें और आ मात्रा के शब्दों को जोड़कर शब्द बनाने व लिखने सीखे l कला विषय से एकीकृत गतिविधि मकान का चित्र बनाकर अपने परिवार के लोगों में आ की मात्रा के नाम सोचकर मकान के अंदर अपने उन पारिवारिक रिश्तों के नाम लिखें जिसमें आ की मात्रा आती है। जैसे — नाना, मामा, चाचा, दादा, माता, पापा, काका आदि। सामाजिक विषय से एकीकृत करते हुए छात्रों को विज्ञान कक्षा ले जाया गया जहाँ उन्होंने ने आ की मात्रा वाले शरीर के अंगों को देखा। छात्र ने अपनी कार्य पुस्तिका में चित्रों के सामने उनके नाम लिखें। जैसे — नाक, कान, बाल, हाथ, माथा, गाल आदि। शरीर के अंगों के चित्रों में रंग भी भरें। छात्रों में अमात्रिक ज्ञान, मात्रिक ज्ञान, शाब्दिक ज्ञान, रचनात्मक ज्ञान व लेखन का विकास किया गया l लिंक - https://youtu.be/e9RBD2pAFiU https://youtu.be/MX0cODBIElY https://youtu.be/d7LwUCegOJM https://youtu.be/eofyx2okzV4 https://youtu.be/viQcPwPx1xU MathIn April, students explored 2D shapes and their properties through interactive flashcard sessions and hands-on activities using classroom objects to distinguish between 2D and 3D shapes. They used the Rangometry Kit to identify shapes and create patterns, enhancing visual learning and creativity. A cross-curricular EVS activity had them design human portraits with 2D shapes, encouraging imaginative expression. Through the Shin Edu module, students improved logical thinking and recognized natural patterns in their environment. In May, foundational Math concepts were reinforced. Students practiced counting, read and wrote numbers from 1 to 100, and used forward and backward counting to understand sequences. Place value was introduced using manipulative blocks, followed by activities comparing numbers and arranging them in ascending and descending order, making learning engaging and hands-on. EVSAs the month commenced, the learners of Grade 1 were warmly welcomed into the realm of Environmental Studies (EVS). Through brain gym activities and interactive sessions, they were introduced to the captivating chapter "Myself," setting the stage for weeks of exciting exploration. Engaging in activities that showcased the importance of their bodies, they eagerly learned about different body parts and their functions. From the head to the toes, they discovered how each part contributes to their daily activities, such as using legs for running and hands for writing. Through interactive games like Simon Says and hands-on demonstrations with items like colourful aids for eyes and perfume for the nose, and Nature walk, they explored the five sense organs, gaining a deeper understanding of how their bodies interact with the world around them. Additionally, they engaged in a fun Earth Day activity, learning about the significance of Earth Day and ways to save our planet. Finally, they wrapped up the month with a Show and Tell activity, reinforcing their learning from the previous weeks. Links : · https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4eueDYPTIg · https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwHMMZQGFoM · https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5BtnvQqbWs · https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8hws31ImUA In May, Grade 1 learners explored "Our Family," identifying different family types and discussing their own, fostering a sense of belonging. They delved into family relationships and vocabulary, celebrating Mother's Day with heartfelt card-making activities. Engaging in family portrait drawing, they visualized their loved ones, deepening their connections. Learning about daily tasks like cooking and cleaning, they grasped the importance of teamwork in assisting parents. The month concluded with a Show and Tell on 'My Family, My Pride' for a memorable learning experience. This journey allowed them to appreciate the bonds within their families and the value of collaboration in everyday life. Links : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvrG4JguNQk ICTWe kicked off the session with a fun ice-breaking activity and a warm introduction. The students were incredibly excited to visit the ICT Lab for the very first time. To ensure a smooth start, they were introduced to the essential lab agreements and guidelines. The students then explored the concept of the computer as a "friend," learning about its various uses and the different places where computers are commonly found. The excitement continued as they delved into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). They learned about intelligent machines, how they work, and their role in our daily lives. The highlight of the session was watching engaging videos about AI, which further sparked the students' curiosity and made the learning experience even more enjoyable. Physical EducationUnder the guidance of their respective teachers/ coaches, students learnt: Skating: Basic Skating, Walking on Skate / Sliding, Sliding and Skating, How to stand, if skater fall-down, Basic Skating & Speed., Speed Skating., Body posture / Hand position, How to lift leg and sliding, T-break Gymnastics: Basics of floor exercises like wall hand stand, handstand kick, baby cartwheel, balancing drill on the beam. Judo: Ukemi’s (techniques to back fall), Tsugi Ashi (Walking Movement), Mae ukemi (Front fall), Ayumi Ashi ( walking Movement). Non Locomotor Skills: Jumping jacks, Criss cross, Side ways running, back running, Locomotor activities- Rolling the ball to the target after sideways running, Locomotor activities- Build a fort game in relay, Locomotor activities- Changing activities by changing the colored cones, Non- locomotor activities-Twisting,Bending, Swaying, Stretching, Turning, Swinging, Non- locomotor activities- Obstacle course of locomotor and non Striking Skills: Eye hand co-ordination game (Catching the ball with both hands), Body Co-ordination Game (Follow through of plastic bat with forward position), Action to reaction Game (Ball hitting with Bat), ending with some competitive lead up games like dog and the bone, relay races, ice and water and in and out game. Manipulation skills: With the teacher’s support, students learned to perform manipulation skills with plastic ball handling, basketball dribbling, throwing, football dribbling, kicking, bean bag- catching, and throwing. April Adventures / May Moments Earth Day Activity: Pencil Holder from Recycled Bottle- For Earth Day, children reused old plastic bottles to create colorful pencil holders, promoting recycling and creative sustainability. Field Trip: Movie Screening – Moana As part of our field trip, children enjoyed watching the movie Moana, which beautifully highlighted SDG 14: Life Below Water. The experience was integrated with Environmental Studies, helping students learn about ocean life and the importance of protecting nature. Labour Day -'Project Upahaar – Phase I' - On the occasion of Labour Day, our young learners at Suncity School participated in 'Project Upahaar – Phase I' by presenting food and handmade thank-you notes to the support staff. This thoughtful gesture helped them express gratitude and understand the value of every individual's contribution. Mother's Day -Frame of Love - For Mother's Day, children crafted mini photo frames decorated with their thumbprints to show love and appreciation for their moms. This heartfelt gesture celebrated the special bond between mother and child. Indian Musicअप्रैल एवं मई माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया:
गायन अभ्यास: अलंकार, बैलून ब्रीथिंग, वाद्य परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से गीत , वाद्य गीत,माँ संगीत ४ आल: वेलकम गीत,ग्रीटिंग गीत , सरे गामा बॉडी गेम,बाय - बाय गीत, प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा, गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक
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EnglishLiterature - In the lesson, we creatively introduced the chapter Jack and the Special Beans through a fun Reader's Theatre activity. This sparked engaging discussions about the characters, setting, and plot structure. Students participated in vocabulary-building exercises, where they constructed sentences in their notebooks. A Q&A session at t he end of the chapter allowed them to showcase their understanding, and they thoroughly enjoyed a Role Play activity, where they portrayed different characters from the story. Grammar - We began by exploring the concept of prepositions through the interactive game Simon Says. This was followed by the Draw the Prepositions activity to strengthen their listening skills. Students also practiced using prepositions in sentences. To further enrich their vocabulary, they learned words from the Dolch Words List-6. In addition, they worked on identifying common blends and words with specific endings like 'oa,' 'o-e,' and 'ow.' Video Link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qxtmahpBwM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnGGvl3FQ-Q https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niPyVnC6W5g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGcoUW74qmo MathematicsStudents were introduced to three-digit numbers through engaging activities using number cards and place value blocks. They explored the concept of sequencing by identifying what comes before and after a given number. A hands-on approach helped deepen their understanding of place value, reinforcing the idea that each digit holds a specific position—ones, tens, and hundreds. Building on this foundation, students learned to compare numbers using the crocodile sign. The concept of arranging numbers in ascending and descending order was made tangible with blocks, illustrating the progression from small to large and vice versa. To reinforce their learning, students practiced ordering numbers through interactive games with flashcards. Additionally, they enjoyed working on Shin Edu workbook pages, which featured a variety of engaging shape-based activities. Environmental StudiesThis month, our young learners explored the wonders of Weather and Seasons. They identified different types of weather, understood how clothes protect us from the environment, and discovered that we get clothes from both animals and plants. To make learning more interactive, students participated in a Show and Tell activity where they shared their favorite state and it's attire and took part in a fun Season Hunt (Scavenger Hunt) to identify seasonal changes around them. They also celebrated the spirit of togetherness through Festival Time. Students learned to classify festivals into national, religious, and harvest categories, recognizing them as joyful occasions that bring people together. Through engaging discussions and hands-on activities, our Grade 1 students deepened their understanding of the world around them. Various Links used: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YADSiMCkYZo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ool6TaGmDWk Hindiमास का आरंभ मात्राओं की पुनरावृति द्वारा किया गया l छात्रों को मौसम में होने वाले परिवर्तन के बारे में बताया गया l कविता -रिमझिम बरस रहा है पानी का वाचन करवाया गया l वर्षा ऋतु की कविता का वीडियो दिखाकर कविता का अभिनय के द्वारा गायन करने का तरीका बताया गया (नृत्य कला और संगीतमय (MI)के साथ एकीकृत किया गया ) | छात्रों ने वर्षा ऋतु के मौसम में बरतने वाली सावधानियों को जाना l कक्षा गतिविधि - छात्रों ने विभिन्न मौसम में पहने जाने वाले कपड़ों के नाम लिखे और उनके चित्र बनाए (मासिक विषय - मौसम और ऋतु ) । संयुक्त व्यंजन और द्वित्व व्यंजन के बारे में बताया गया व कार्य पुस्तिका में लिखवाया गया व विडियों द्वारा भी समझाया गया l पाठ - हवा और सूरज और पाठ खरगोश की पुस्तक का पठन करवाया गया और पुस्तक अभ्यास करवाया गया । लिंक - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyT90oHMhvY https://youtu.be/MRi1bgxYOJ0 ICTThe students had a recapitulation of Storage n a Computer, where we completed the Brain Developer Exercise. They enjoyed typing about their family chart in Word Pad. Indian Music जनवरी माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: अलंकार, बैलून ब्रीथिंग, वाद्य परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से गीत - ऊर्जा गीत. संगीत ४ आल: वेलकम गीत,ग्रीटिंग गीत , सरे गामा बॉडी गेम,बाय - बाय गीत, प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा, गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक जनवरी माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: अलंकार, बैलून ब्रीथिंग, सरे गामा हैंड मूवमेंट । प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा ऑडियो ट्रैक । गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक,गीत के माध्यम से तत वाद्यों का संक्षिप्त परिचय । सन्दर्भ वीडियो लिंक: वाद्य -ढोल , कांगो , बोंगो एवं तबला का प्रारंभिक परिचय Western MusicSong: "Make me a channel of your peace", the song promotes peace and reflection and encourage kindness, love and forgiveness, it is simple, melodically structure to enhance breath control and expressive singing. Western DanceIn their Western Dance lessons with Ms. Jessica, the students learned the following: "REPUBLIC DAY SPECIAL" 1. Recalled the date of Republic Day and its significance in Indian history. 2. Identified the three colors of the Indian flag and their meanings. 3. Basic and easy to learn dance movements on the song "JAI HO". 4. Expressed their creativity on the importance of Republic Day and how dance can be used to celebrate it. 5. Movements to develop creativity, individual expression, and teamwork in dance. Indian MusicGrade 1 and 2 students learnt a dance based on patriotic theme . They learnt about the significance of Republic day and about flag " Tiranga" . Dance steps and movements were based on folk dances of India and the song was " Aisa Desh hai Mera". Visual ArtsGrade 1 and 2 students created Republic Day posters, coloring them with vibrant oil pastels. In class, we explained the significance of Republic Day and why it is celebrated. After providing references, students were encouraged to use their imagination to add creative elements to their posters. This activity helped them understand the importance of the day while expressing their artistic ideas. Delegates From AustraliaReport on the Visit of Australian Delegates to Our School
Last month, our school had the privilege of hosting a group of esteemed delegates from Australia. Their visit provided a wonderful opportunity to showcase the rich cultural and academic environment of our institution. During their time with us, the delegates immersed themselves in various classroom activities, gaining firsthand experience of our teaching methodologies. They observed and actively participated in several sessions, including English, EVS, and Mathematics classes. A particularly memorable moment was when the delegates enthusiastically participated in a drama-integrated 'Reader’s Theatre' session, bringing stories to life through expressive reading.. They sportingly took part in the activity, making it an engaging and interactive experience for our students. In the EVS class, the delegates participated in a Scavenger Hunt, an experiential learning activity designed to enhance observation and critical thinking skills. They enjoyed working alongside the students, exploring and identifying different elements related to the lesson. This hands-on approach to learning left a lasting impression on them. Additionally, the Mathematics class showcased engaging teaching strategies, they engaged in an Art-integrated activity where they created wristwatches, making learning about time both interactive and enjoyable allowing the delegates to witness how concepts are made fun and accessible to young learners. Beyond academics, the delegates appreciated the cultural vibrancy of our school and the warmth with which they were welcomed. They expressed admiration for our student-centric and experiential learning approach. The visit concluded with mutual appreciation, as the delegates commended the school's commitment to fostering an engaging and inclusive learning environment. Their positive feedback reaffirmed our dedication to providing quality education while embracing diverse perspectives. EnglishLiterature: February was a month of remarkable growth in our students' learning! They actively engaged in both fiction and non-fiction reading and writing activities. The chapter Tigers was introduced through an interactive game, Tag Your Peer, where students took turns reading sections aloud. Vocabulary enrichment was reinforced through the Amazing Words activity. Additionally, students showcased their creativity in a Poster Making Activity on tigers, confidently presenting their work to the class. Grammar: Students explored Jumbled Sentences and Jumbled Words by applying their prior knowledge through engaging word unscrambling activities using audio-visual aids. These concepts were further strengthened through written exercises. To reinforce previous learning, students also revisited key grammar topics such as Punctuation and Opposites. Video Link- https://youtu.be/K8bmCbsW5OA https://youtu.be/O1gPtVGWAMo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-DTA0PeVz4 ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIESThis February, our young learners explored the wonders of the sky! They identified objects seen during the day and night, understanding how the Earth's rotation causes this cycle. The highlights included a fun Oreo activity to learn about moon phases and a creative 'Rainbow Pledge' where students promised to help nature. Through storytelling and hands-on learning, children discovered the beauty of the sun, moon, and stars. It was an exciting journey into space, sparking curiosity and imagination in every child! Various Links used: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wr-CRKsTYGs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrBtNeuDe1Y MATHEMATICSThe concept of 'Money' was introduced in the month of February. Students learned about the importance and use of money in daily life. They explored different denominations of money, understanding the difference between notes and coins. To enhance their learning, students engaged in a fun market scenario activity where they practiced exchanging money for goods, reinforcing their understanding of buying and selling. Through hands-on activities, they identified and matched different currency values, helping them recognize and count money effectively. This interactive approach made learning about money both engaging and practical for young learners. HINDIफ़रवरी माह में कक्षा 1 के बच्चों ने हिंदी विषय में कई रोचक गतिविधियाँ कीं। उन्होंने "खरगोश की पुस्तक" कहानी को नाटकीय ढंग से सुना और उसका आनंद लिया। कहानी में आए कठिन शब्दों को कार्य पुस्तिका में लिखवाया गया और उनके अर्थ समझाए गए। बच्चों ने हिंदी की बारहखड़ी का अभ्यास किया और नए शब्द बनाना सीखा। वाक्य रचना के अभ्यास के दौरान उन्होंने सही वाक्य बनाना सीखा। सप्ताह के सातों दिनों के नाम याद किए और उनका सही उपयोग समझा। इसके साथ ही, बच्चों ने महीनों के नाम भी सीखे और उन्हें सही क्रम में बोलने का अभ्यास किया। चित्रों के माध्यम से शब्दों को पहचानने और लिखने की गतिविधियाँ की गईं। कहानी के पात्रों पर चर्चा की गई और बच्चों ने अपनी पसंदीदा बातें साझा कीं। समूह में मिलकर कहानी का नाट्य रूपांतरण किया और अपनी प्रस्तुति दी। विभिन्न गतिविधियों के माध्यम से हिंदी भाषा को रोचक और सरल तरीके से सिखाया गया। इस प्रकार, फ़रवरी का महीना बच्चों के लिए ज्ञानवर्धक और मज़ेदार रहा। ICTStudents had an engaging experience exploring the new software "Tux Typing". They learned the importance of using the correct fingers on the appropriate keys while typing. They successfully completed a few lessons, enhancing their typing skills through interactive activities. ANNUAL EXCURSIONOn February 21st, Grade I and II students had an exciting adventure exploring the world of railways, discovering trains, signals, and railway safety, all while having a great time. Our young Suncitizens embarked on an exhilarating adventure at ‘Never Enuf Railway Garden’—North India’s only garden railway. From marvelling at miniature trains, boats, and cars to understanding railway crossings, and safety protocols, the day was filled with fun, learning, and hands-on creativity. The experience connected well with ‘SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure!’ Students also created their own ‘DIY Souvenirs’ to treasure the memories. 🚆💡The trip was beautifully aligned with the school’s ‘TASK’ (Trip Application Skill Knowledge) pedagogy, connecting the students’ learning to the theme of ‘Transport’. Indian DanceRevision of all the dance steps ,movements and choreography learnt. Content for revision are : practice of generic steps and movements learnt for folk and classical dance, practice of choreography on patriotic theme, festive theme Dusshera,Diwali etc We concluded our life skills lessons by learning some of the basic yet essential skills that help us interact with others and build positive relationships. They focused on developing self-confidence, which helped us believe in ourselves when trying new activities. Kindness became a key skill as we practiced sharing, helping others, and using polite words. They also worked on communication skills, learning how to express our feelings clearly and listen to our friends and teachers. These skills helped us create a friendly and supportive environment in the classroom. Visual ArtsIn the month of February, students were given the creative freedom to express themselves on paper, showcasing their imagination and artistic skills. This activity served as a reflection of their learning and growth throughout the year. Additionally, they utilized this time to complete any pending artwork, ensuring a comprehensive culmination of their artistic journey. Western MusicSong: "Halleluijah" by Alexandra burke, Rhythmic dictation,syncopation and learning the chord progression and extension with harmony and arpeggiated voicing for group singing and back up vocal,practice different levels of pitch and and key changes of the song in the second verses. Physical EducationUnder the guidance of their respective teachers/ coaches, students learnt: Skating: Basic of Artistic Skating & Speed- Sliding / Skating, Balancing on one leg / Half camel, Simple Sit, Speed Skating / Races, Turns on the cures and hand position, How to stop / T-break, One leg sitting, Skid stops, Zig Zag forward., Speed race. Gymnastics: Warming up of full body, stretching, Basic drill of round off, Backroll handstand, Tuck jump and pike jump on the beam, under the bar swing, colling down. Judo: Osoto Gari (Techniques Leg Techniques)- Stretching, General warm-up, Exercise, Osoto Gari Techniques leg techniques, Cool down / Meditation. Osoto Gari (Throw Practice)- Stretching, Warm up with a mirror game, Exercise, Osoto Gari Techniques leg techniques with the throw, Fun activity (in or out), Cooldown / Meditation. Ippon Seo Nage (Hand Techniques)- Stretching, General warm-up, Exercise, Introduction Ippon seo nage ( Hand techniques, Cooldown / Meditation. Online Class- Stretching, General warm-up, Exercise, Cool down / Meditation. Locomotor Skills: Warm up- All joints movement- Toe to head. Jogging on the spot with light quick steps. Rolling the ball to the target after sideways running, Build a fort game in relay and Changing activities by changing the colored cones. Online classes. ( Warming up of body, stretching, fitness.) Striking Skills: Warm-up-Dynamic body movements focusing on arms, shoulders, and core, Light shadow swings with imaginary bats or rackets to activate muscles, Jogging or skipping with lateral arm movements. Striking with racket. and bat - New Challenge: Striking a ball using a bat, racket, or hand with precision and power. Objects: Tennis ball, cricket bat, badminton racket, table tennis paddle, and hands for volleyball spiking drills. Objective: Enhance timing, accuracy, and strength through consistent repetition and focused practice. Western DanceThe entire Grade 1-2 prepared for OORJA 3.0 for their respective events. The selected students of Grade 1 learnt and prepared for Cheerleading Dance and Grand Finale Dance performance. And the selected students of Grade 2 learnt and prepared for Zumba Fitness Dance performance along with Grand Finale performance choreography. DramaExploring the World in a Hot Air Balloon!
The new year began with an exciting journey! Our young drama explorers embarked on an imaginative adventure, soaring through the sky in a hot air balloon. As we floated from continent to continent, students discovered unique cultures, landmarks, and traditions. Through role-play and movement exercises, they embodied explorers, encountering different landscapes and animals, bringing their learnings to life. Activity Highlight: • Dramatic Flight: Students sat in a circle imagining they were in a balloon, moving their bodies to show the wind's direction. • Exploration Through Acting: Each continent had a dramatic challenge—marching like penguins in Antarctica, drumming rhythms in Africa, and dancing like samba performers in South America. • Learning Outcome: Understanding the diversity of the world through imaginative play and movement. OORJA 3.0 – Motivational Classes for Sports Meet As the Suncity School Sports Meet approached, our drama classes focused on motivation and teamwork. Using dramatic storytelling and role-play, students explored themes of perseverance, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Activity Highlight: • Be the Champion: Students acted as athletes overcoming challenges, boosting their confidence and determination. • Victory & Defeat: Through improvisation, they learned how to handle both success and failure gracefully. • Learning Outcome: Enhancing confidence, resilience, and a positive sports spirit through performance. MathematicsThe concept of ' Time ' was introduced in the month of December. Important facts related to weekdays , months and year were revised . Students were explained how to see a particular day in the calendar. They also made calendar for the month of January 2024 and marked all important days. The difference between analog and digital clock was explained by showing two different clocks. Students learnt to tell time o'clock and half past using the analog clock drawing in their notebook. Students strengthened their understanding of the Time concept by using Visnos clock.The clock-making activity enhanced students' cognitive skills. ![]() English Literature December brought with it the merry jingles of Christmas bells, spreading joy and excitement all around. The month was filled with a sense of celebration and anticipation. Students dived into the topic of 'Factual Writing' as they explored Unit 8 - All About Foxes. The unit kicked off with an engaging 'Animal Riddle' activity to pique their curiosity. Through a creative 'Book Cover Activity,' students learned about the different parts of a book, such as the front cover, back cover, and essential content, as they designed covers inspired by their favorite animals. Additionally, an 'Oral Drill' helped them delve into the 'Amazing Words' from the lesson. Grammar The festive spirit also inspired writing activities, as students created their 'Christmas Wish List' for Santa on stocking-shaped cutouts, decorating them with vibrant colors and creative designs. This activity encouraged creativity and writing fluency. In addition, the focus this month was on strengthening vocabulary through consistent practice with Dolch Word – List 5. Video Links- https://youtu.be/FRXXngcvPcY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GppYi_g8QE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbFpfKlrhzw EVSIn December, Grade 1 students embarked on a captivating journey into the wonders of 'Water' and 'Air'. Students explored water sources like rivers, lakes, and rain, uncovering its uses in daily life and simple ways to conserve it. They also discovered air as a vital mixture of gases, crucial for breathing and burning. To deepen their understanding, students conducted a fascinating experiment: Two candles were lit; one was covered with a glass, and the other left open. As they watched the covered candle extinguish, they were asked, “Why did the candle go out?” This revealed the importance of air for combustion, sparking curiosity and a greater appreciation for conserving these essential resources. Various Links used: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JcifpLbQ3og https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhQtqouEv1U https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5J3cw4biWWo Hindiमास का आरंभ मात्राओं की पुनरावृति द्वारा किया गया l ऋ व अः(विसर्ग) मात्रा का परिचय विडियों द्वारा करवाया गया और उन्हें बताया गया कि ये शब्द संस्कृत भाषा से लिए गए हैं l विसर्ग मात्रा के शब्दार्थ और वाक्य रचना कार्य पुस्तिका में करवाया गया l छात्रों के पठन कौशल के विकास के लिए पाठ - 'नमः कर' का पठन प्रत्येक छात्र द्वारा करवाया गया l कक्षा मूल्यांकन सभी मात्राओं की श्रुतलेख और मात्रा अभ्यास वॉर्डवाल खेल द्वारा किया गया । लिंक - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFNZTLox9mg&t=52s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhDkzSGqNd4 Western DanceIn their Western Dance lessons with Ms. Jessica, the students learned the following: DANCE STYLE: "FESTIVE FUSION" incorporating elements of Jazz, Modern Dance, Hip-Hop. 1. The importance of warming up to prevent injuries. And reinforce the habit of warming up. 2. Basic movements from each style. 3. Movements and theories to improve technique, posture, and alignment. 4. Integrated movements from all three styles into a cohesive dance sequence. They learnt a Christmas special routine on the song "Jingle Bells". 5. Movements to develop creativity, individual expression, and teamwork in dance. Indian DanceIn their Indian Dance sessions students learned Basic rhythm and footsteps of folk dances of India . These steps are very generic in nature and can be used for different dance styles and choreographies. Based on the rhythm pattern of 4 and 8 . It can be executed in slow and medium pace. Physical EducationUnder the guidance of their respective teachers/ coaches, students learnt: Skating: Basic of Artistic Skating & Speed- Sliding / Skating, Balancing on one leg / Half camel, Simple Sit, Speed Skating / Races, Turns on the cures and hand position, How to stop / T-break, One leg sitting, Skid stops, Zig Zag forward., Speed race. Gymnastics: Warming up of full body, stretching, Basic drill of round off, Backroll handstand, Tuck jump and pike jump on the beam, under the bar swing, colling down. Judo: Osoto Gari (Techniques Leg Techniques)- Stretching, General warm-up, Exercise, Osoto Gari Techniques leg techniques, Cool down / Meditation. Osoto Gari (Throw Practice)- Stretching, Warm up with a mirror game, Exercise, Osoto Gari Techniques leg techniques with the throw, Fun activity (in or out), Cooldown / Meditation. Ippon Seo Nage (Hand Techniques)- Stretching, General warm-up, Exercise, Introduction Ippon seo nage ( Hand techniques, Cooldown / Meditation. Online Class- Stretching, General warm-up, Exercise, Cool down / Meditation. Locomotor Skills: Jumping jacks, Criss cross, Side ways running, back running. Locomotor activities- Rolling the ball to the target after sideways running, Build a fort game in relay and Changing activities by changing the colored cones. Striking Skills: Striking skills focus on basic hand-eye coordination, control, and timing. Start with balloon paddling, where students keep a balloon in the air using a paddle, developing coordination and focus. Ball dribbling with paddles lets students tap a small ball around obstacles, improving accuracy. Manipulation skills: Plastic ball handling, basketball dribbling & and throwing, football dribbling, kicking, bean bag- catching& and juggling. Target hitting with bean bags and balls. Indian Musicदिसंबर माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: अलंकार, बैलून ब्रीथिंग, वाद्य परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से गीत - स्वरतारंग गीत संगीत ४ आल: वेलकम गीत,ग्रीटिंग गीत , सरे गामा बॉडी गेम,बाय - बाय गीत, प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा, गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक ArtGrade 1 and 2 students participated in an activity where they created stick figure drawings to explore and represent different human poses. This exercise helped them understand the basics of human anatomy and movement by focusing on the body’s structure and proportions using simple lines and shapes. ICTThe students learnt about the storage in a computer wherein they learnt about the difference between the storage places and storage devices. The various places where we store our things and storage devices where we store our data and information. They learnt about the CD and Pen drive as storage devices. Western MusicSongs: Christmas carols song "we wish you a Merry Christmas","THE FIRST NOEL" and parents assembly practice, Christmas carol songs are joyful and engaging by breaking the song into smaller part to discuss the story or moral behind the carol,with the accompany of harmony or any musical instruments DramaIn a special drama lesson, students performed a short skit titled 'The Gift of Ubuntu'. Through role-play and storytelling, they explored the values of kindness, sharing, and community. Each child played a role in a story where small acts of kindness created a ripple effect, bringing happiness to everyone around them. The lesson emphasized that the true magic of Christmas lies in selflessness and togetherness. Life SkillsIn this activity, students drew a Christmas-themed scene and wrote a letter to Santa, sharing their Christmas wishes. They were encouraged to think creatively and express their desires, whether personal or for others, fostering self-expression and positivity.
Mathematics |
DRAMA
In our recent drama sessions, our young performers from grades 1 and 2 have embarked on an exciting journey of storytelling and creative expression. These activities not only foster imagination but also build essential skills like sequencing and spatial awareness.
Story Sequencing: Connecting the Dots in Our Tales
Activity 1: - One of the core elements of our drama curriculum is the ability to understand and create a well-structured story. Story sequencing is a fundamental skill that helps students comprehend the beginning, middle, and end of a narrative.
Activity 2: - During our sessions, the students were introduced to simple stories where they had to arrange the events in the correct order. This exercise encouraged them to think critically about what makes a story coherent and engaging.
To make this activity more dynamic, we incorporated role-play. Each student took turns acting out different parts of the story. By physically engaging with the story, they could better grasp the sequence of events and understand how each part connects to the next.
Mapping India with Our Bodies: A Dramatic Exploration
Activity 3: - In another thrilling activity, our students learned to express the shape of India through body gestures and movement. This exercise was not only about understanding geography but also about using the body as a tool for artistic expression. The children were divided into groups, and each group was tasked with forming different regions of India using their bodies.
This activity required teamwork, spatial awareness, and a deep understanding of the country's geography. As the students worked together to form the map, they also explored the diverse cultural and physical landscapes of India. By embodying the map, they could connect more personally with the concept of our nation, making the learning experience both physical and emotional.
Dramatic Understanding: Beyond the Script
Both activities were designed to enhance our students' dramatic understanding. Through story sequencing, they learned the importance of structure in storytelling, while the body mapping exercise taught them how to use their bodies creatively to convey complex ideas. These skills are essential not only in drama but in many areas of life, helping students develop a deeper sense of empathy, collaboration, and expression.
ART
Grade I , Students explored the topic of plants with flower they created different types of flowers in it and instructed to use oil pastels for their artwork. The activity was done with the help of a demonstration, showing how to blend colors, create texture, and add depth to depict different parts of the plant. This exercise helped students explore color mixing, shading, and the use of oil pastels for vibrant, textured plant illustrations. Pottery 4
LIFE SKILLS
In our life skills session, students explored the topic of friendship. We talked about what friendship means and how to recognize a good friend. Students learned that a good friendship is full of kindness, sharing, and caring, while a bad friendship might make them feel sad or uncomfortable. We also discussed the importance of being kind and empathetic to everyone around us.
ASSEMBLY ON THE TOPIC ACTION WORDS
The students of Class I A delivered an impressive assembly on the theme "Action Words," emphasizing the importance of using verbs in daily communication.
The presentation began with a prayer and news updates, followed by an engaging skit that offered informative insights into action words. The young stars captivated everyone with their presentation skills. The assembly concluded with wise words from the Principal, Ms. Jayshree Patel, and ended with the School Anthem and the National Anthem.
SPECIAL ASSEMBLY ON THE TOPIC - RAKSHA BANDHAN
The Grade 1 special assembly on Raksha Bandhan was a vibrant and well-organized event that highlighted the rich traditions and cultural significance of the festival. The assembly began with a serene morning prayer, setting a peaceful tone for the day, followed by confident presentations of national, international, sports, and school news, showcasing the students' awareness and communication skills. An inspiring 'Thought of the Day' and a 'New Word of the Day' added depth to the proceedings, enriching the students' vocabulary and instilling moral values. The children then narrated the importance of Raksha Bandhan, emphasizing its symbolic rituals, including tying rakhi on brothers, soldiers, and even trees, symbolizing the protection and care that extends beyond family. The highlight of the assembly was a heartwarming skit titled 'Small Family, Big Bonds', where students beautifully portrayed these traditions with expressive dialogues and actions, demonstrating their understanding and creativity. The event concluded with a lively grand finale dance, where the students thoroughly enjoyed themselves, leaving the audience with a sense of joy, pride in their cultural heritage, and appreciation for the efforts of the young performers. The assembly was a testament to the students' talent, the dedication of their teachers, and the strong sense of community within the school.
MATHEMATICS
The month began with hands-on activities focused on place value using place value blocks. Addition was introduced through the use of classroom objects and place value blocks, helping students learn keywords like 'more' and 'total' to enhance their mathematical vocabulary. The concept of 'Addition' was reinforced through a number line jumping activity. Vertical addition was then introduced using place value blocks, aiding in the development of addition skills. Students practiced adding two-digit numbers by understanding tens and ones, and learned to perform addition with carryover using place value blocks. They also connected addition to real life through story problems.
ENGLISH
LITERATURE
In the chapter 'Growing Up', students explored the stages of life and the associated experiences. They learned about physical and emotional changes, as well as the importance of values such as responsibility, kindness, and empathy in personal development.
GRAMMAR
In grammar, we focused on 'Ch' words, where students practiced pronunciation and spelling of words like 'chair', 'chocolate', and 'champion'. Through interactive activities, they reinforced their learning. We also covered the concept of singular and plural nouns, teaching students how to convert singular nouns to their plural forms, such as 'cat' to 'cats' and 'bus' to 'buses'.'This was complemented by exercises in identifying and using these forms in sentences.
A recap of 'SH' words helped students revisit and strengthen their understanding of words such as 'ship', 'shoe', and 'shark'.
VOCABULARY
In the vocabulary segment, the focus was on words with the long 'I' sound, such as 'kite', 'time', 'ride', and 'slide'.
In the chapter 'Growing Up', students explored the stages of life and the associated experiences. They learned about physical and emotional changes, as well as the importance of values such as responsibility, kindness, and empathy in personal development.
GRAMMAR
In grammar, we focused on 'Ch' words, where students practiced pronunciation and spelling of words like 'chair', 'chocolate', and 'champion'. Through interactive activities, they reinforced their learning. We also covered the concept of singular and plural nouns, teaching students how to convert singular nouns to their plural forms, such as 'cat' to 'cats' and 'bus' to 'buses'.'This was complemented by exercises in identifying and using these forms in sentences.
A recap of 'SH' words helped students revisit and strengthen their understanding of words such as 'ship', 'shoe', and 'shark'.
VOCABULARY
In the vocabulary segment, the focus was on words with the long 'I' sound, such as 'kite', 'time', 'ride', and 'slide'.
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
The month began with excitement as Grade 1 students returned from a long summer break. They kicked things off with a fun icebreaker activity called 'Tap Tap Clap Clap', where they shared how they spent their summer with their families.This month's theme was animals. Students explored different types of animals using a 'See, Think, Wonder' activity and learned new animal-related words. During Integration Week, they created ladybug crafts, combining Visual Art with the animal theme. In English, they did a 'Show and Tell', bringing in items made from animals and sharing a few lines about them. A quiz about animal facts, integrated with ICT, added more fun to the learning. As the month progressed, students learned about animal homes, babies, and sounds. The month ended with a word search and a written revision, reinforcing everything they had learned. Links : - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wm4R8d0d8kU - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pVKqxvqC4M - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKQfJFAHW8Q - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfmtWwn1G3A - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xj1ASC-TlsI
HINDI
मास का आरंभ विद्यार्थियों का स्वागत करते हुए और उन्होंने ग्रीष्म अवकाश कैसे व्यतीत किया, चर्चा करते हुए किया गया l छात्रों से पहेली के अभ्यास पत्रक द्वारा बिना मात्रा के शब्दों की पुनरावृति करवाई गई | इ और ई मात्रा से संबंधित चीजों की विडियो दिखाकर चित्रों द्वारा दोनों मात्राओं का परिचय व उच्चारण बताकर सभी व्यंजनों पर इ और ई की मात्रा रंगीन कलम द्वारा लगवाई गई | सतत विकास -१५ लक्ष्य थलीय जीवों की सुरक्षा व मासिक विषय -जानवर के साथ सामान्य विज्ञान को एकीकृत करते हुए छात्रों को ‘इ’ मात्रा से बनने वाले जानवरों के चित्र जैसे- सियार, हिरन, बिल्ली, जिराफ़ आदि दिखाकर चित्र चिपकाए गए | ई मात्रा से दो तथा तीन अक्षरों वाले शब्दों के निर्माण सिखाकर छात्रों को पाठ -हिरन और सियार और पाठ - दादी की लाठी का पठन तथा पुस्तक अभ्यास-कार्य करवाया गया l इ और ई मात्रा से वाक्य रचना करवाई गई तथा इ मात्रा की कहानी विडियों द्वारा दिखाई गई | ‘इ और ई’ की मात्रा में अंतर विडियों द्वारा समझाया गया | भाषा सप्ताह के अंतर्गत छात्रों ने मासिक विषय –‘जानवर’ के आधार पर सामाजिक विज्ञान और कला विषय के साथ एकीकृत करते हुए, रंगमंच की सामग्री (Props) के प्रयोग से विभिन्न प्रकार के थलीय जीवों के विषय में कविता प्रस्तुत की l लिंक - https://youtu.be/DKrg4Nseyvs https://youtu.be/veOymUOvpuY https://youtu.be/BLpy3jtW2x4
ICT
The students were able to learn about the uses of computer and the various places where computers are used. They learnt how to type in 'Wordpad' using the capslock key, enter key, spacebar key and backspace key.
WESTERN DANCE
In their Western Dance lessons, the students learned the following: 1. Integration of the 'National Animal of India,' the 'Tiger' (patriotic theme), with EVS (World of Animals) through Freestyle dance. 2. The characteristics of the animal through the concept of "Tales of the Tiger." 3. The significance of the Tiger as India's national animal. 4. A dance of survival and strength (a simple dance sequence using learned movements). 5. Tiger-like movements with correct posture and timing (creeping, pouncing, stretching, passé hold, cautious stalk, powerful leap). 6. Warm-up exercises focusing on flexibility and agility. 7. Basic dance counts of a 1-8 bar. 8. A cool-down session involving a relaxing stretch. Dance style: Freestyle Song: https://youtu.be/czM929R3c30?feature=shared (Baagh Aayo Re)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Under the guidance of their respective teachers/ coaches, students learnt: Skating: One leg balancing while skating and how to stop. Learning roll ball and how to dribble the ball, handling the ball and shooting practice. Gymnastics: Basics of floor exercises like wall hand stand, handstand kick, baby cartwheel, balancing drill on the beam. Judo: Osotogari (Technique for throw) Ukemis all fall, Ayumi ashi (Standing walking). Locomotor Skills: Jumping jacks, Criss cross, Side ways running, back running. Locomotor activities- Rolling the ball to the target after sideways running, Build a fort game in relay and Changing activities by changing the colored cones. Striking Skills: Eye hand co-ordination game (Racket and shuttle juggling), Body Co-ordination Game (Follow through of racket with forward position), Action to reaction Game (Ball hitting with Bat), ending with some competitive lead up games like Hula hoops game, team building and balancing the brick with partner, relay races and in and out game. Manipulation skills: Ball bouncing, Ball catching and Ball dribbling. Lead up activity like Ball relay game and Ball catching and throwing with partners.a
WESTERN MUSIC
Students learned the rhythmic beat of the song "I Like to Move It" by William from the movie Madagascar on the drums, keyboard, and guitar. The instruments used in the song include drums, keyboard, guitar, piano, and vocal solfège.
INDIAN MUSIC
जुलाई माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: अलंकार, बैलून ब्रीथिंग, वाद्य परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से गीत , वाद्य गीत,तोता गीत संगीत ४ आल: वेलकम गीत,ग्रीटिंग गीत , सरे गामा बॉडी गेम,बाय - बाय गीत, प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा, गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक जुलाई माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: अलंकार, बैलून ब्रीथिंग, सरे गामा हैंड मूवमेंट । संगीत ४ आल: राग ताला परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से, तीन ताल परिचय, तबला बोल गीत, राग समूह, राग भीमपलासी एवं राग भैरव परिचय आरोह अवरोह बंदिश, प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा ऑडियो ट्रैक, एकला चलो रे । गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक,गीत के माध्यम से तत वाद्यों का संक्षिप्त परिचय । सन्दर्भ वीडियो लिंक: वाद्य - कांगो , बोंगो एवं तबला का प्रारंभिक परिचय
DRAMA
Group Improv: Jungle Adventure In our recent drama class, we had an exciting session of group improvisation. We divided the students into small groups and gave them a thrilling scenario: lost in a jungle! Each group had to come up with creative solutions to find their way out. The students were bursting with ideas, from building treehouses to communicating with friendly animals. This activity not only sparked their imagination but also encouraged teamwork and storytelling. The jungle adventure was a roaring success, and our little actors truly enjoyed their time in the wild! Story Starters: Collaborative Tales Next, we explored the world of collaborative storytelling with our "Story Starters" activity. Each student received a sentence to kick off a story, and we went around the class with each child adding a new sentence to continue the tale. The stories ranged from magical kingdoms to space adventures, and the creativity on display was phenomenal. This exercise helped the students practice their listening skills, build on each other's ideas, and weave fascinating narratives together. The joy on their faces as the stories unfolded was priceless! Creative Movement: Expressing Emotions To wrap up our week, we had a session focused on "Creative Movement." We played music and encouraged the students to move around the room, expressing different feelings and emotions through their movements. From happy dances to slow, thoughtful walks, the students explored a range of emotions and learned to express themselves without words. This activity helped them understand the connection between movement and emotion, and it was wonderful to see them become more confident in their expressive abilities. These activities have been a fantastic way to nurture creativity, teamwork, and confidence in our young drama enthusiasts. Stay tuned for more adventures in our drama class.
ART
Grade – I & II Students practiced depicting beautiful land animals like giraffes and lions. They integrated these animals into their art activities with Hindi, enhancing their learning experience. Additionally, they practiced coloring with oil pastels, which expanded their aesthetic awareness of color schemes. This integration of colors helped improve their hand-eye coordination.
LIFE SKILLS
The Life skill module of this month focused on mindfulness, a practice increasingly recognized for its significant benefits in child development. Mindfulness, the practice of being fully present and engaged in the moment, helped students improve their attention, emotional regulation, and stress management skills. This module covered various aspects of mindfulness, including mindful breathing, mindful listening, and mindful movement. Students of Grade 1&2 learned techniques to enhance their focus, calm their minds, and respond to their emotions in healthy ways. Through interactive activities, guided exercises, and reflective discussions, the module aimed to equip students with practical tools to navigate their daily lives more effectively, fostering a positive and supportive classroom environment.
INTEGRATION WEEK
‘When subjects are integrated, learning becomes more relevant, more meaningful and more lasting.’ In the month of July, our students of Grades I and II embarked on an exciting journey during the ‘Subject Integration Week’, where Language, Art, ICT, and EVS converged around the theme ‘Animals and SDG 15: Life on Land.’ During the ‘Subject Integration Week’, Grade 1 students engaged in an array of activities. They enjoyed creating their ‘Favourite Animal Cartoon Character’, crafting adorable ladybugs, participating in the interactive ‘Spin the Wheel’ game, immersing themselves in captivating ‘Storytelling Sessions’, and playing the educational ‘Word Wall’ game. ‘When subjects are integrated, learning becomes more relevant, more meaningful and more lasting.’ In the month of July, our students of Grades I and II embarked on an exciting journey during the ‘Subject Integration Week’, where Language, Art, ICT, and EVS converged around the theme ‘Animals and SDG 15: Life on Land.’ During the ‘Subject Integration Week’, Grade 1 students engaged in an array of activities. They enjoyed creating their ‘Favourite Animal Cartoon Character’, crafting adorable ladybugs, participating in the interactive ‘Spin the Wheel’ game, immersing themselves in captivating ‘Storytelling Sessions’, and playing the educational ‘Word Wall’ game. ‘When subjects are integrated, learning becomes more relevant, more meaningful and more lasting.’ In the month of July, our students of Grades I and II embarked on an exciting journey during the ‘Subject Integration Week’, where Language, Art, ICT, and EVS converged around the theme ‘Animals and SDG 15: Life on Land.’ During the ‘Subject Integration Week’, Grade 1 students engaged in an array of activities. They enjoyed creating their ‘Favourite Animal Cartoon Character’, crafting adorable ladybugs, participating in the interactive ‘Spin the Wheel’ game, immersing themselves in captivating ‘Storytelling Sessions’, and playing the educational ‘Word Wall’ game.
MOVIE OUTING
‘Field Trips offer an excellent bridge between the work of the school and the work of the world outside.’
On July 18th, the students of Grades 1 and II went for an exciting educational outing to watch the movie ‘Appu’ at Cinepolis, Esplanade Mall. This engaging experience was planned to align with our monthly theme ‘Animals’ and SDG 15 – ‘Life on Land’, teaching valuable lessons about the importance of animals in our ecosystem and the struggles they face. The students enjoyed a fun-filled morning, developing essential skills in communication, teamwork, and environmental awareness while indulging in popcorn and juice. The movie outing provided a unique opportunity for the young learners to connect with their peers, foster new friendships, and create lasting memories. We are proud to provide our students with experiential learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom and prepare them to become compassionate and responsible global citizens.
On July 18th, the students of Grades 1 and II went for an exciting educational outing to watch the movie ‘Appu’ at Cinepolis, Esplanade Mall. This engaging experience was planned to align with our monthly theme ‘Animals’ and SDG 15 – ‘Life on Land’, teaching valuable lessons about the importance of animals in our ecosystem and the struggles they face. The students enjoyed a fun-filled morning, developing essential skills in communication, teamwork, and environmental awareness while indulging in popcorn and juice. The movie outing provided a unique opportunity for the young learners to connect with their peers, foster new friendships, and create lasting memories. We are proud to provide our students with experiential learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom and prepare them to become compassionate and responsible global citizens.
FABLE FESTIVAL
“The whole world opened up to me when I learned to read”
- Mary McCleod Bethune
Suncity School 37-D conducted its Annual Reading Programme, ‘Fable Festival’, specially designed for Grade I and II learners. Students were given the opportunity to enhance their reading skills through stories shared by educators. The ‘Fable Festival’, which commenced on 22nd April, spanned almost for an entire month, aiming to cultivate a lifelong love of reading in our little learners.
The Fable Fervour peaked as our young Suncitizens transformed into their beloved characters, adorned in vibrant costumes, and took center stage to deliver heartfelt presentations for the culminating event known as ‘Fable Fervour’. Each child eloquently conveyed how their chosen character inspired them and imparted invaluable lessons. From queens and angels to vehicles and animals, the children embodied a diverse array of personas, bringing the stories vividly to life.
This celebration of stories not only enhanced their comprehension and vocabulary but also fostered creativity and critical thinking in our tiny tots.
- Mary McCleod Bethune
Suncity School 37-D conducted its Annual Reading Programme, ‘Fable Festival’, specially designed for Grade I and II learners. Students were given the opportunity to enhance their reading skills through stories shared by educators. The ‘Fable Festival’, which commenced on 22nd April, spanned almost for an entire month, aiming to cultivate a lifelong love of reading in our little learners.
The Fable Fervour peaked as our young Suncitizens transformed into their beloved characters, adorned in vibrant costumes, and took center stage to deliver heartfelt presentations for the culminating event known as ‘Fable Fervour’. Each child eloquently conveyed how their chosen character inspired them and imparted invaluable lessons. From queens and angels to vehicles and animals, the children embodied a diverse array of personas, bringing the stories vividly to life.
This celebration of stories not only enhanced their comprehension and vocabulary but also fostered creativity and critical thinking in our tiny tots.
MATHEMATICS
In April, students began their Math lessons by reinforcing the basics and reviewing concepts from previous years. During a class discussion, students successfully counted various objects, such as the number of tables and books around them. They were introduced to counting from 1 to 100, along with the corresponding number names. Building on this understanding, they learned to compare numbers using the greater than and less than signs, engaging in a fun activity where an alligator "ate" the larger numbers. Through forward and backward counting, students could explain which number comes before or after a given number. They also enjoyed arranging numbers in ascending and descending order by creating clouds. The students also enhanced logical thinking skills through Shin Edu sessions.
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
As the month commenced, the learners of Grade 1 were warmly welcomed into the realm of Environmental Studies (EVS). Through brain gym activities and interactive sessions, they were introduced to the captivating chapter "Myself," setting the stage for weeks of exciting exploration. Engaging in activities that showcased the importance of their bodies, they eagerly learned about different body parts and their functions. From the head to the toes, they discovered how each part contributes to their daily activities, such as using legs for running and hands for writing. Through interactive games like Simon Says and hands-on demonstrations with items like colourful aids for eyes and perfume for the nose, they explored the five sense organs, gaining a deeper understanding of how their bodies interact with the world around them. Additionally, they engaged in a fun Earth Day activity, learning about the significance of Earth Day and ways to save our planet. Finally, they wrapped up the month with a revision worksheet session, reinforcing their learning from the previous weeks.
Links : · https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4eueDYPTIg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwHMMZQGFoM ·
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5BtnvQqbWs ·
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8hws31ImUA
In May, Grade 1 learners explored "Our Family," identifying different family types and discussing their own, fostering a sense of belonging. They delved into family relationships and vocabulary, celebrating Mother's Day with heartfelt card-making activities. Engaging in family portrait drawing, they visualized their loved ones, deepening their connections. Learning about daily tasks like cooking and cleaning, they grasped the importance of teamwork in assisting parents. The month concluded with a fun quiz, reinforcing family dynamics for a memorable learning experience. This journey allowed them to appreciate the bonds within their families and the value of collaboration in everyday life.
Links : · https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvrG4JguNQk
Links : · https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4eueDYPTIg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwHMMZQGFoM ·
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5BtnvQqbWs ·
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8hws31ImUA
In May, Grade 1 learners explored "Our Family," identifying different family types and discussing their own, fostering a sense of belonging. They delved into family relationships and vocabulary, celebrating Mother's Day with heartfelt card-making activities. Engaging in family portrait drawing, they visualized their loved ones, deepening their connections. Learning about daily tasks like cooking and cleaning, they grasped the importance of teamwork in assisting parents. The month concluded with a fun quiz, reinforcing family dynamics for a memorable learning experience. This journey allowed them to appreciate the bonds within their families and the value of collaboration in everyday life.
Links : · https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvrG4JguNQk
ICT
The concept was initiated with an ice breaking activity where the students were asked to imagine the computer as a cartoon character and draw and colour the same. They were also taken on the school tour to see where the computers are used and for what purposes. They visited the ICT Lab to get familiar with the various parts of a computer and learnt the 'Lab manners' and the sitting posture while using the computer. They were made aware of the computer care tips to keep their computers safe. They learnt about the various electronic machines that we use in our daily lives and also understood that computer is also one such machine which we use for various purposes.
ENGLISH
At the dawn of the school year, there was an air of excitement as students eagerly engaged in the ‘Me too and I never’ activity, a delightful icebreaker where they shared their interests and hobbies. The classroom buzzed with chatter as friendships began to blossom amidst laughter and shared stories. As weeks unfolded, so did the journey of learning, with a focus on honing essential skills in reading, writing, and speaking. Students went for a refreshing 'Nature Walk' to honour Earth Day, immersing themselves in the beauty of the natural world.
LITERATURE -
Within the realm of literature, students completed the unit 'Using Your Senses' with focus on glossary and writing skills. Introduction of terms Auditory, Visual, Tactile, Olfactory, and Gustatory through class activity was done. Through an interesting Activity where child was asked to close the eyes and use their five senses to taste smell and feel the objects and words like sweet, salty, bitter and sour were told to them. Amazing Words were done in the notebook. Armed with newfound vocabulary, they crafted sentences independently. Children were engaged in comprehensive exercises, and enriched their understanding through interactive activities. Additionally, the theme of 'My Family' was introduced for personal reflection and exploration. GRAMMAR-
The introduction to 'Naming Words' sparked curiosity through engaging games and visual aids, reinforcing the fundamentals through activities like 'Noun Tree.' The concept of blending, 'sh' words, came alive through visual representations, fostering a deeper grasp of language. A concept of One and Many was established and the child, rooted in their shared understanding derived from prior knowledge.
FABLE FESTIVAL -
Amidst the academic pursuits, by the end of April month the eagerly awaited reading programme 'Fable Festival,' commenced. Through model readings and lively discussions, students embarked on a journey through the enchanting world of fables, nurturing their love for reading and a deeper appreciation for the written word. As the school year unfolded, each day brought forth new discoveries and opportunities for growth, igniting a passion for learning. Links:- https://youtu.be/WN_Z0syQSB4,k
LITERATURE -
Within the realm of literature, students completed the unit 'Using Your Senses' with focus on glossary and writing skills. Introduction of terms Auditory, Visual, Tactile, Olfactory, and Gustatory through class activity was done. Through an interesting Activity where child was asked to close the eyes and use their five senses to taste smell and feel the objects and words like sweet, salty, bitter and sour were told to them. Amazing Words were done in the notebook. Armed with newfound vocabulary, they crafted sentences independently. Children were engaged in comprehensive exercises, and enriched their understanding through interactive activities. Additionally, the theme of 'My Family' was introduced for personal reflection and exploration. GRAMMAR-
The introduction to 'Naming Words' sparked curiosity through engaging games and visual aids, reinforcing the fundamentals through activities like 'Noun Tree.' The concept of blending, 'sh' words, came alive through visual representations, fostering a deeper grasp of language. A concept of One and Many was established and the child, rooted in their shared understanding derived from prior knowledge.
FABLE FESTIVAL -
Amidst the academic pursuits, by the end of April month the eagerly awaited reading programme 'Fable Festival,' commenced. Through model readings and lively discussions, students embarked on a journey through the enchanting world of fables, nurturing their love for reading and a deeper appreciation for the written word. As the school year unfolded, each day brought forth new discoveries and opportunities for growth, igniting a passion for learning. Links:- https://youtu.be/WN_Z0syQSB4,k
HINDI
मास का आरंभ छात्रों का स्वागत करते हुए उनका परिचय लेकर किया गया | उनकी भाषाओं के बारे में पूछकर तथा उनके चित्र का प्रतिरूप देकर उन्हें अपने नाम का पहला अक्षर लिखवाया गया | पाठ्यपुस्तक द्वारा चित्र कथा के चित्र दिखाकर छात्रों को स्वयं कहानी को बनाने की प्रेरणा देकर चित्र के माध्यम से कहानी सुनाई गई ,जिससे छात्रों की कल्पना शक्ति का विकास हुआ l अमात्रिक शब्दों का लयात्मक (तुकबंदी) रूप में उच्चारण करवाते हुए छात्रों को नए शब्दों को बोलना सिखाया गया | छात्रों ने अमात्रिक शब्दों का वीडियो देखकर नए- नए शब्दों को जोड़कर बनाना सीखा | मासिक विषय: 'मैं और मेरा परिवार' से एकीकृत करते हुए छात्रों ने मातृ दिवस के दिन माँ के विभिन्न नामों को जाना और अपनी कार्य पुस्तिका में लिखा | छात्रों ने पृथ्वी दिवस के दिन अपनी धरती को स्वच्छ और हरा भरा रखने की प्रतिज्ञा की | कक्षा गतिविधि तितली में छात्रों ने स्वयं अमात्रिक शब्दों को चित्र सहित लिखा l छात्रों को आ मात्रा सिखाने के लिए व्यंजन वर्णों पर लाल रंग से आ की मात्रा लगवाई गई | छात्रों ने आ मात्रा के व्यंजन वर्णों का लेखन तथा उच्चारण करना सीखा | छात्रों को आ मात्रा के नवीन शब्दों से अवगत करवाने के लिए उन्हें आ मात्रा की विडियो दिखाया गया | छात्रों ने आ मात्रा के शब्द चित्र सहित अपनी कार्य पुस्तिका में लिखें और आ मात्रा के शब्दों को जोड़कर वाक्य बनाने व लिखने सीखे l छात्रों में अमात्रिक ज्ञान, मात्रिक ज्ञान, शाब्दिक ज्ञान , रचनात्मक ज्ञान व लेखन का विकास किया गया l
लिंक -
https://youtu.be/e9RBD2pAFiU
https://youtu.be/MX0cODBIElY
https://youtu.be/d7LwUCegOJM
https://youtu.be/eofyx2okzV4
https://youtu.be/viQcPwPx1xU
लिंक -
https://youtu.be/e9RBD2pAFiU
https://youtu.be/MX0cODBIElY
https://youtu.be/d7LwUCegOJM
https://youtu.be/eofyx2okzV4
https://youtu.be/viQcPwPx1xU
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Under the guidance of their respective teachers/ coaches, students learnt: Skating: One leg balancing while skating and how to stop. Learning roll ball and how to dribble the ball, handling the ball and shooting practice.
Gymnastics: Basics of floor exercises like wall hand stand, handstand kick, baby cartwheel, balancing drill on the beam.
Judo: Osotogari (Technique for throw) all fall, ushiro ukemi, mae ukemi and Yuko ukemi.
Non Locomotor Skills: Stability or body management skills like stretching, twisting, galloping, one leg balance, plank, pushing, pulling, ending with lead up activities like stone paper scissors game with hula-hoops, throwing and catching smiley balls and obstacle races.
Striking Skills: Eye hand co-ordination game (Catching the ball with both hands), Body Co-ordination Game (Follow through of plastic bat with forward position), Action to reaction Game (Ball hitting with Bat), ending with some competitive lead up games like dog and the bone, relay races, ice and water and in and out game.
Manipulation skills: With the teacher’s support, students learned to perform manipulation skills with plastic ball handling, basketball dribbling, throwing, football dribbling, kicking, bean bag- catching, and juggling.
Gymnastics: Basics of floor exercises like wall hand stand, handstand kick, baby cartwheel, balancing drill on the beam.
Judo: Osotogari (Technique for throw) all fall, ushiro ukemi, mae ukemi and Yuko ukemi.
Non Locomotor Skills: Stability or body management skills like stretching, twisting, galloping, one leg balance, plank, pushing, pulling, ending with lead up activities like stone paper scissors game with hula-hoops, throwing and catching smiley balls and obstacle races.
Striking Skills: Eye hand co-ordination game (Catching the ball with both hands), Body Co-ordination Game (Follow through of plastic bat with forward position), Action to reaction Game (Ball hitting with Bat), ending with some competitive lead up games like dog and the bone, relay races, ice and water and in and out game.
Manipulation skills: With the teacher’s support, students learned to perform manipulation skills with plastic ball handling, basketball dribbling, throwing, football dribbling, kicking, bean bag- catching, and juggling.
WESTERN DANCE
In their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt:
1. The Dance forms:
Modern Dance (Limon Technique) and
Kids Zumba Dance fitness (Level 1).
2. A brief overview of the dance forms and basic dance terminology, concepts, and principles, class format and objectives.
3. Warm up exercises.
4. Body isolation movements.
5. Zumba choreography of the 1st basic rhythm "Merengue".
6. Technical steps: Arm articulations, Plie, Merengue basic march, Side step, 2-step, V-step, Beto shuffle, Hip movements.
7. Cool down movements- Meditation, sleeping therapy, basic stretches to de-stress. Song: For Modern Dance(Aashiana), For Zumba Kids Grade 1(Fiesta), Grade 2(Zumba Merengue).
Links:
1. https://youtu.be/KW5bxsUM7xI?feature=shared
2. https://youtu.be/yzqCLpMDH5Q?feature=shared
3. https://youtu.be/uND9I45AiA0?feature=shared
1. The Dance forms:
Modern Dance (Limon Technique) and
Kids Zumba Dance fitness (Level 1).
2. A brief overview of the dance forms and basic dance terminology, concepts, and principles, class format and objectives.
3. Warm up exercises.
4. Body isolation movements.
5. Zumba choreography of the 1st basic rhythm "Merengue".
6. Technical steps: Arm articulations, Plie, Merengue basic march, Side step, 2-step, V-step, Beto shuffle, Hip movements.
7. Cool down movements- Meditation, sleeping therapy, basic stretches to de-stress. Song: For Modern Dance(Aashiana), For Zumba Kids Grade 1(Fiesta), Grade 2(Zumba Merengue).
Links:
1. https://youtu.be/KW5bxsUM7xI?feature=shared
2. https://youtu.be/yzqCLpMDH5Q?feature=shared
3. https://youtu.be/uND9I45AiA0?feature=shared
DRAMA
In their Drama lesson, students performed the following activities: Introduction to Drama: -What is drama? -Role-play simple scenarios. -Introduction to the concept of drama through storytelling.
Activity 1: -Discussion on what makes a story interesting (characters, setting, plot). -Storytelling: Use of voice and body to narrate a short story.
Activity 2: -Role-play simple scenarios (e.g., playing with friends, going to the store). -Emphasize using voice and body to portray characters. -Freeze Frame: Freeze in different positions to express emotions (happy, sad, surprised).
Activity 3: -Play a game of charades where students act out different emotions for others to guess. -Discuss how body language and facial expressions convey emotions. -Zip-Zap game for understanding the spontaneity of the brain.
Activity 4: -Drama Role play of "Save Earth Skit". -Students role-play as plants, seeds, humans, and narrators.
Activity 5: -Emotion Walk: Walk around the room displaying different emotions (happy, sad, angry, surprised).
Activity 6: -Encourage students to exaggerate their movements to express each emotion. -Emotion Masks: Create masks representing different emotions using paper plates and craft materials. -Use the masks in a short skit.
Activity 7: -Story Retelling: Retell a familiar story using different emotions. -Retell the story of "Jungle Book" using different emotions for each character.
Activity 1: -Discussion on what makes a story interesting (characters, setting, plot). -Storytelling: Use of voice and body to narrate a short story.
Activity 2: -Role-play simple scenarios (e.g., playing with friends, going to the store). -Emphasize using voice and body to portray characters. -Freeze Frame: Freeze in different positions to express emotions (happy, sad, surprised).
Activity 3: -Play a game of charades where students act out different emotions for others to guess. -Discuss how body language and facial expressions convey emotions. -Zip-Zap game for understanding the spontaneity of the brain.
Activity 4: -Drama Role play of "Save Earth Skit". -Students role-play as plants, seeds, humans, and narrators.
Activity 5: -Emotion Walk: Walk around the room displaying different emotions (happy, sad, angry, surprised).
Activity 6: -Encourage students to exaggerate their movements to express each emotion. -Emotion Masks: Create masks representing different emotions using paper plates and craft materials. -Use the masks in a short skit.
Activity 7: -Story Retelling: Retell a familiar story using different emotions. -Retell the story of "Jungle Book" using different emotions for each character.
INDIAN MUSIC
अप्रैल एवं मई माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: अलंकार, बैलून ब्रीथिंग, वाद्य परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से गीत , वाद्य गीत,माँ संगीत ४ आल: वेलकम गीत,ग्रीटिंग गीत , सरे गामा बॉडी गेम,बाय - बाय गीत, प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा, गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक अप्रैल एवं मई माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: अलंकार, बैलून ब्रीथिंग, सरे गामा हैंड मूवमेंट । संगीत ४ आल: राग ताला परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से, तीन ताल परिचय, तबला बोल गीत, राग समूह, राग भैरव परिचय आरोह अवरोह बंदिश, प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा ऑडियो ट्रैक, एकला चलो रे । गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक,गीत के माध्यम से तत वाद्यों का संक्षिप्त परिचय । सन्दर्भ वीडियो लिंक: वाद्य - कांगो , बोंगो एवं तबला का प्रारंभिक परिचय
WESTERN MUSIC
The songs "Wake Me Up" and "Do-a-Deer" from The Sound of Music served as the foundation for learning the seven musical notes, with students singing in unison, individually, and practicing loud and soft dynamics. Instruments used include the piano, guitar, and drums.
ART
The children were introduced to the concept of World Art Day through a drawing activity where they were shown various posters. They were encouraged to draw items such as palettes, color tubes, pencils, and brushes. Additionally, they learned about the significance of World Art Day and practiced blending and properly filling colors using oil pastels.
MATHS
The month of January started with recap of 'Time'. Three digit numbers were introduced by number cards and place value blocks. Number cards were also used to identify 'What comes Before/After. The conceptual understanding of students was strengthened using hands on approach. Students understood that every number has a place – ones and tens, through place value blocks. Taking their learning forward, students learnt to compare numbers using crocodile sign. Arranging numbers in ascending and descending numbers was taught using blocks ( small to big and big to small). Students played games using number flash cards to practice ascending and descending order. They had a fun time doing Shin Edu workbook pages with different shapes.
The month of January started with recap of 'Time'. Three digit numbers were introduced by number cards and place value blocks. Number cards were also used to identify 'What comes Before/After. The conceptual understanding of students was strengthened using hands on approach. Students understood that every number has a place – ones and tens, through place value blocks. Taking their learning forward, students learnt to compare numbers using crocodile sign. Arranging numbers in ascending and descending numbers was taught using blocks ( small to big and big to small). Students played games using number flash cards to practice ascending and descending order. They had a fun time doing Shin Edu workbook pages with different shapes.
EVS
Students returned from the winter vacation with a happy and joyful mood. The month of January started with the topic ‘Festivals’. The colour and cheerfulness of the topic, Festivals were rightfully expressed by our young first graders, with much cheerfulness. Students learnt about different Religious and National festivals and the relevance of the National Flag and National Holidays.
Students were introduced to different Seasons of the year and also learnt about the fruits and clothes related to a particular season. Students learnt about the difference between Weather and Season and revision of the theme was done through the activity 'Sorting the weather' where they pasted pictures of different seasons in their respective columns.
Introduction of the topic 'Universe' was done in the month of February. Students excitedly shared their knowledge about Universe, galaxy, solar system etc. The students were asked about what do they see in the sky during the day and night to which they responded- clouds, birds, aeroplanes. Sun, moon, planets, stars etc. The topic of galaxy was introduced where students were informed that the name of our galaxy is 'Milky way Galaxy'. The topic of further continued about the solar system and 'facts about the planets'. Students were mesemerized to hear the story about the astronaut and to see the real astronaut in space through the video and how they survive in space.
Students learned about the 'phases of moon'. Recap of planets of the solar system took place through an interesting quiz where students had to guess the planet in the 'solar system model'.
Students returned from the winter vacation with a happy and joyful mood. The month of January started with the topic ‘Festivals’. The colour and cheerfulness of the topic, Festivals were rightfully expressed by our young first graders, with much cheerfulness. Students learnt about different Religious and National festivals and the relevance of the National Flag and National Holidays.
Students were introduced to different Seasons of the year and also learnt about the fruits and clothes related to a particular season. Students learnt about the difference between Weather and Season and revision of the theme was done through the activity 'Sorting the weather' where they pasted pictures of different seasons in their respective columns.
Introduction of the topic 'Universe' was done in the month of February. Students excitedly shared their knowledge about Universe, galaxy, solar system etc. The students were asked about what do they see in the sky during the day and night to which they responded- clouds, birds, aeroplanes. Sun, moon, planets, stars etc. The topic of galaxy was introduced where students were informed that the name of our galaxy is 'Milky way Galaxy'. The topic of further continued about the solar system and 'facts about the planets'. Students were mesemerized to hear the story about the astronaut and to see the real astronaut in space through the video and how they survive in space.
Students learned about the 'phases of moon'. Recap of planets of the solar system took place through an interesting quiz where students had to guess the planet in the 'solar system model'.
ICT
Students learnt about MS Paint. They were guided to use MS Paint. They learnt to Open, draw and colour in MS Paint. They created a drawing on Spring Season, using brushes and colours.
Students learnt about MS Paint. They were guided to use MS Paint. They learnt to Open, draw and colour in MS Paint. They created a drawing on Spring Season, using brushes and colours.
ENGLISH
Literature-The chapter 'Jack and the Special Beans' was introduced creatively through 'Reader's Theatre' fostering discussions on characters, settings, and the story's structure. Students engaged in activities involving vocabulary from the unit, constructing sentences in their notebooks. A Q&A session at the end of the chapter allowed children to demonstrate their understanding. In a Role Play activity, students enjoyed embodying various story characters.
Grammar- The concept of prepositions was introduced through the popular game 'Simon Says' followed by a 'Draw The Prepositions' activity to enhance listening skills. Students practiced framing sentences using 'Prepositions.' Their vocabulary was enriched through learning 'Dolch words list-6.' Additionally, students identified common blends and words ending with 'oa', 'o-e', and 'ow.'
Literature- In the month of February, our students explode in their learning! The students actively engaged in both fiction and non-fiction reading and writing activities. The chapter 'Tigers' was introduced through a fun game of 'Tag Your Peer', where students took turns reading aloud sections of the lesson. Vocabulary from the chapter was practiced through the 'Amazing Words'.
In addition, students eagerly participated in a Poster Making Activity focused on tigers, showcasing their creativity and presenting their posters to the class.
Grammar-The introduction of 'Jumbled Sentences' and 'Jumbled Words' utilized students' prior knowledge, with word unscrambling activities conducted via audio visuals. These concepts were further reinforced through practice exercises in notebooks. Grammar concepts such as 'Special Naming Words' and 'Opposites' were reviewed to consolidate previous learning.
Literature-The chapter 'Jack and the Special Beans' was introduced creatively through 'Reader's Theatre' fostering discussions on characters, settings, and the story's structure. Students engaged in activities involving vocabulary from the unit, constructing sentences in their notebooks. A Q&A session at the end of the chapter allowed children to demonstrate their understanding. In a Role Play activity, students enjoyed embodying various story characters.
Grammar- The concept of prepositions was introduced through the popular game 'Simon Says' followed by a 'Draw The Prepositions' activity to enhance listening skills. Students practiced framing sentences using 'Prepositions.' Their vocabulary was enriched through learning 'Dolch words list-6.' Additionally, students identified common blends and words ending with 'oa', 'o-e', and 'ow.'
Literature- In the month of February, our students explode in their learning! The students actively engaged in both fiction and non-fiction reading and writing activities. The chapter 'Tigers' was introduced through a fun game of 'Tag Your Peer', where students took turns reading aloud sections of the lesson. Vocabulary from the chapter was practiced through the 'Amazing Words'.
In addition, students eagerly participated in a Poster Making Activity focused on tigers, showcasing their creativity and presenting their posters to the class.
Grammar-The introduction of 'Jumbled Sentences' and 'Jumbled Words' utilized students' prior knowledge, with word unscrambling activities conducted via audio visuals. These concepts were further reinforced through practice exercises in notebooks. Grammar concepts such as 'Special Naming Words' and 'Opposites' were reviewed to consolidate previous learning.
Hindi
मास का आरंभ मात्राओं की पुनरावृति द्वारा किया गया l छात्रों को मौसम में होने वाले परिवर्तन के बारे में बताया गया l कविता -'रिमझिम बरस रहा है पानी' का वाचन करवाया गया l
वर्षा ऋतु की कविता का वीडियो दिखाकर कविता का अभिनय के द्वारा गायन करने का तरीका बताया गया (नृत्य कला और संगीतमय (MI)के साथ एकीकृत किया गया ) |
छात्रों ने वर्षा ऋतु के मौसम में बरतने वाली सावधानियों को जाना l (मासिक विषय -मौसम और ऋतु ) पाठ आरंभ करने से पहले छात्रों को भारत के प्रथम प्रधानमंत्री पंडित जवाहर लाल नेहरू के बारे में बताया गया, साथ ही उनको विडियों भी दिखाई गई l पाठ - 'वह अनोखी सवारी' का पठन करवाया गया। पाठ में आए कठिन शब्द, शब्द -अर्थ और पुस्तकीय अभ्यास करवाया गया l
पाठ – ‘चार फुन्दनों वाली टोपी’ (हास्य कथा) का आरंभ करने से पहले ,छात्रों से सिर पर पहनी जाने वाली विभिन्न टोपियों के बारे में पूछा गया। हास्य-कथा को पढ़ते हुए छात्रों ने विभिन्न मात्राओं की पहचान करते हुए वाक्य पढ़ने सीखे। छात्रों ने सीखा कि किसी के मज़ाक से चिढ़ना नहीं चाहिए | सतत विकास लक्ष्य -७ सस्ता एवं प्रदूषण मुक्त से संबंधित करते हुए समाचार पत्रों का प्रयोग करते हुए 'टोपी बनाओ गतिविधि' कराई गई जिसके द्वारा उन्हें पुराने अखबारों को पुनः प्रयोग करना एवं पर्यावरण को प्रदूषण मुक्त रखना सिखाया गया । संयुक्त व्यंजन और द्वित्व व्यंजन के बारे में बताया गया व कार्य पुस्तिका में लिखवाया गया व विडियों द्वारा भी समझाया गया l पाठ - 'नन्ही गौरैया' को आरंभ करने से पहले छात्रों को गौरेया चिड़िया के बारे में बताया गया l गौरैया चिड़िया की विडियों द्वारा कहानी दिखाई गई l पाठ का पठन करवाकर बताया गया कि पक्षी भी हमारे मित्र हैं व उनके लिए दाना-पानी रखने पर चर्चा की गई l छात्रों को स्वयं पढ़कर लिखने के लिए प्रेरित करते हुए पाठ का पुस्तकीय अभ्यास करवाया गया l सभी मात्राओं का पुनरावृति अभ्यास पत्रक द्वारा करवाया गया l
लिंक - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyT90oHMhvY
https://youtu.be/79xLuI7cGr4
https://youtu.be/b3SwzANDSMw
मास का आरंभ मात्राओं की पुनरावृति द्वारा किया गया l छात्रों को मौसम में होने वाले परिवर्तन के बारे में बताया गया l कविता -'रिमझिम बरस रहा है पानी' का वाचन करवाया गया l
वर्षा ऋतु की कविता का वीडियो दिखाकर कविता का अभिनय के द्वारा गायन करने का तरीका बताया गया (नृत्य कला और संगीतमय (MI)के साथ एकीकृत किया गया ) |
छात्रों ने वर्षा ऋतु के मौसम में बरतने वाली सावधानियों को जाना l (मासिक विषय -मौसम और ऋतु ) पाठ आरंभ करने से पहले छात्रों को भारत के प्रथम प्रधानमंत्री पंडित जवाहर लाल नेहरू के बारे में बताया गया, साथ ही उनको विडियों भी दिखाई गई l पाठ - 'वह अनोखी सवारी' का पठन करवाया गया। पाठ में आए कठिन शब्द, शब्द -अर्थ और पुस्तकीय अभ्यास करवाया गया l
पाठ – ‘चार फुन्दनों वाली टोपी’ (हास्य कथा) का आरंभ करने से पहले ,छात्रों से सिर पर पहनी जाने वाली विभिन्न टोपियों के बारे में पूछा गया। हास्य-कथा को पढ़ते हुए छात्रों ने विभिन्न मात्राओं की पहचान करते हुए वाक्य पढ़ने सीखे। छात्रों ने सीखा कि किसी के मज़ाक से चिढ़ना नहीं चाहिए | सतत विकास लक्ष्य -७ सस्ता एवं प्रदूषण मुक्त से संबंधित करते हुए समाचार पत्रों का प्रयोग करते हुए 'टोपी बनाओ गतिविधि' कराई गई जिसके द्वारा उन्हें पुराने अखबारों को पुनः प्रयोग करना एवं पर्यावरण को प्रदूषण मुक्त रखना सिखाया गया । संयुक्त व्यंजन और द्वित्व व्यंजन के बारे में बताया गया व कार्य पुस्तिका में लिखवाया गया व विडियों द्वारा भी समझाया गया l पाठ - 'नन्ही गौरैया' को आरंभ करने से पहले छात्रों को गौरेया चिड़िया के बारे में बताया गया l गौरैया चिड़िया की विडियों द्वारा कहानी दिखाई गई l पाठ का पठन करवाकर बताया गया कि पक्षी भी हमारे मित्र हैं व उनके लिए दाना-पानी रखने पर चर्चा की गई l छात्रों को स्वयं पढ़कर लिखने के लिए प्रेरित करते हुए पाठ का पुस्तकीय अभ्यास करवाया गया l सभी मात्राओं का पुनरावृति अभ्यास पत्रक द्वारा करवाया गया l
लिंक - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyT90oHMhvY
https://youtu.be/79xLuI7cGr4
https://youtu.be/b3SwzANDSMw
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Under the guidance of their respective teachers/ coaches, students learnt:
Skating: One leg balancing while skating and how to stop.
Teaching roll ball and how to dribble the ball, handling the ball and shooting practice.
Gymnastics: Basics of floor exercises like wall hand stand, handstand kick, baby cartwheel, balancing drill on the beam.
Judo: Osotogari ( Technique for throw) all fall, ushiro ukemi, mae ukemi and Yuko ukemi.
Non Locomotor Skills: Stability or body management skills like stretching, twisting, galloping, one leg balance, plank, pushing, pulling, ending with lead up activities like stone paper scissors game with hula-hoops, throwing and catching smiley balls and obstacle races.
Striking Skills: Eye hand co-ordination game (Catching the ball with both hands), Body Co-ordination Game (Follow through of plastic bat with forward position), Action to reaction Game (Ball hitting with Bat), ending with some competitive lead up games like dog and the bone, relay races, ice and water and in and out game.
Manipulation skills: Under the teacher’s command, students were taught to perform manipulation skills with plastic ball handling, basketball dribbling, throwing, football dribbling, kicking, bean bag- catching, and juggling.
Under the guidance of their respective teachers/ coaches, students learnt:
Skating: One leg balancing while skating and how to stop.
Teaching roll ball and how to dribble the ball, handling the ball and shooting practice.
Gymnastics: Basics of floor exercises like wall hand stand, handstand kick, baby cartwheel, balancing drill on the beam.
Judo: Osotogari ( Technique for throw) all fall, ushiro ukemi, mae ukemi and Yuko ukemi.
Non Locomotor Skills: Stability or body management skills like stretching, twisting, galloping, one leg balance, plank, pushing, pulling, ending with lead up activities like stone paper scissors game with hula-hoops, throwing and catching smiley balls and obstacle races.
Striking Skills: Eye hand co-ordination game (Catching the ball with both hands), Body Co-ordination Game (Follow through of plastic bat with forward position), Action to reaction Game (Ball hitting with Bat), ending with some competitive lead up games like dog and the bone, relay races, ice and water and in and out game.
Manipulation skills: Under the teacher’s command, students were taught to perform manipulation skills with plastic ball handling, basketball dribbling, throwing, football dribbling, kicking, bean bag- catching, and juggling.
WESTERN DANCE
In their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt:
1. Modern Dance (Limon Technique)
2. Use of dance vocabulary to describe movement.
3. Arm Articulations.
4. Drop swing
5. Dance techniques about the dynamics of body weight as the body rose, fell, and remained in suspension during a dance.
6. Movements to improve a dancer's quality of movement which adds strength while developing dynamic and exciting movement qualities.
7. Unique use of space, weight, and music.
8. Simple exercises that can be later enhanced to challenge modern dance movements and improve one's coordination significantly.
9. The combination steps of Contemporary Dance: Shoulder isolations, leg kicks, leg raise, bum rolling.
10. Full body strengthening warm-up routine to keep one injury free and strong
11. Choreography was done keeping the essence of full movement intact and add the commercial elements to make the art form interesting.
DANCE FORM: MODERN DANCE
SONG: "AAG UDI" (VICTORY ANTHEM) from the movie TEJAS
LINK: https://youtu.be/Zb1J3M_dbRk?feature=shared
DANCE FORM: Contemporary
SONG: 'Satyamev Jayate'
In their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt:
1. Modern Dance (Limon Technique)
2. Use of dance vocabulary to describe movement.
3. Arm Articulations.
4. Drop swing
5. Dance techniques about the dynamics of body weight as the body rose, fell, and remained in suspension during a dance.
6. Movements to improve a dancer's quality of movement which adds strength while developing dynamic and exciting movement qualities.
7. Unique use of space, weight, and music.
8. Simple exercises that can be later enhanced to challenge modern dance movements and improve one's coordination significantly.
9. The combination steps of Contemporary Dance: Shoulder isolations, leg kicks, leg raise, bum rolling.
10. Full body strengthening warm-up routine to keep one injury free and strong
11. Choreography was done keeping the essence of full movement intact and add the commercial elements to make the art form interesting.
DANCE FORM: MODERN DANCE
SONG: "AAG UDI" (VICTORY ANTHEM) from the movie TEJAS
LINK: https://youtu.be/Zb1J3M_dbRk?feature=shared
DANCE FORM: Contemporary
SONG: 'Satyamev Jayate'
DRAMA
In their Drama lesson, students performed the following activities:
We are thrilled to announce this year's Annual Day celebration, where our talented grade 1 and 2 Drama students will be performing "The Wizard of Oz". This timeless classic will come to life on stage, showcasing the creativity and dedication of our young performers.
To make this event a memorable experience for our students, we did a series of activities leading up to the big day:
Activity 1:- Students enhanced their creativity but also provide a hands-on experience in the world of theatre arts.
Activity 2:- Character Exploration: Through fun games and activities, students went deeper into the personalities of their characters. They learnt how to embody the emotions of their roles, making their performances more authentic and engaging.
Activity 3:- Set Design and Decoration: Our budding artists worked together to design and decorate the set for "The Wizard of Oz." This collaborative efforts enhanced their teamwork skills and also gave them a sense of ownership over the production.
Activity 4:- Rehearsal Schedule: Regular rehearsals held to ensure that every student is well-prepared for the performance. These rehearsals were not only focus on acting but also on stage presence, voice modulation, and overall performance skills.
Activity 5:- Interactive Storytelling: Students participated in interactive storytelling sessions, where they learned the magical world of Oz through various creative activities. This helped them understand the story better and also inspired them to bring their characters to life on stage.
We are confident that these activities will not only enhance the students' understanding and appreciation of "The Wizard of Oz" but also help them develop valuable skills that will benefit them both on and off the stage.
We look forward to your continued support and encouragement as we prepare for this exciting event. Together, let's make "The Wizard of Oz" a magical experience for our students.
In their Drama lesson, students performed the following activities:
We are thrilled to announce this year's Annual Day celebration, where our talented grade 1 and 2 Drama students will be performing "The Wizard of Oz". This timeless classic will come to life on stage, showcasing the creativity and dedication of our young performers.
To make this event a memorable experience for our students, we did a series of activities leading up to the big day:
Activity 1:- Students enhanced their creativity but also provide a hands-on experience in the world of theatre arts.
Activity 2:- Character Exploration: Through fun games and activities, students went deeper into the personalities of their characters. They learnt how to embody the emotions of their roles, making their performances more authentic and engaging.
Activity 3:- Set Design and Decoration: Our budding artists worked together to design and decorate the set for "The Wizard of Oz." This collaborative efforts enhanced their teamwork skills and also gave them a sense of ownership over the production.
Activity 4:- Rehearsal Schedule: Regular rehearsals held to ensure that every student is well-prepared for the performance. These rehearsals were not only focus on acting but also on stage presence, voice modulation, and overall performance skills.
Activity 5:- Interactive Storytelling: Students participated in interactive storytelling sessions, where they learned the magical world of Oz through various creative activities. This helped them understand the story better and also inspired them to bring their characters to life on stage.
We are confident that these activities will not only enhance the students' understanding and appreciation of "The Wizard of Oz" but also help them develop valuable skills that will benefit them both on and off the stage.
We look forward to your continued support and encouragement as we prepare for this exciting event. Together, let's make "The Wizard of Oz" a magical experience for our students.
INDIAN MUSIC
कक्षा - 1
फरवरी माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया:
गायन अभ्यास : अलंकार , बैलून ब्रीथिंग , वाद्य परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से
गीत : वाद्य गीत,स्वरतरंग गीत ,सरस्वती वंदना
संगीत ४ आल : वेलकम गीत , ग्रीटिंग गीत , सरे गामा बॉडी गेम , बाय - बाय गीत
प्रयोग हुए वाद्य : तानपूरा। स्वरतरंग
गायन तकनीक : गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक
कक्षा - २
गायन अभ्यास : अलंकार , बैलून ब्रीथिंग , सरे गामा हैंड मूवमेंट
संगीत ४ आल : स्वरतरंग गीत , सरगम स्टापू , राग ताला परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से , तीन ताल परिचय , तबला बोल गीत , राग समूह , राग मालकोशआरोह अवरोह बंदिश
प्रयोग हुए वाद्य : तानपूरा ऑडियो ट्रैक
गायन तकनीक : गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक , गीत के माध्यम से तत वाद्यों का संक्षिप्त परिचय
वाद्य : कांगो , बोंगो , शेकर्स , स्क्रेपर , घुंगरू , मंजीरा , ढपली का प्रारंभिक परिचय
कक्षा - 1
फरवरी माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया:
गायन अभ्यास : अलंकार , बैलून ब्रीथिंग , वाद्य परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से
गीत : वाद्य गीत,स्वरतरंग गीत ,सरस्वती वंदना
संगीत ४ आल : वेलकम गीत , ग्रीटिंग गीत , सरे गामा बॉडी गेम , बाय - बाय गीत
प्रयोग हुए वाद्य : तानपूरा। स्वरतरंग
गायन तकनीक : गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक
कक्षा - २
गायन अभ्यास : अलंकार , बैलून ब्रीथिंग , सरे गामा हैंड मूवमेंट
संगीत ४ आल : स्वरतरंग गीत , सरगम स्टापू , राग ताला परिचय कहानी के माध्यम से , तीन ताल परिचय , तबला बोल गीत , राग समूह , राग मालकोशआरोह अवरोह बंदिश
प्रयोग हुए वाद्य : तानपूरा ऑडियो ट्रैक
गायन तकनीक : गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक , गीत के माध्यम से तत वाद्यों का संक्षिप्त परिचय
वाद्य : कांगो , बोंगो , शेकर्स , स्क्रेपर , घुंगरू , मंजीरा , ढपली का प्रारंभिक परिचय
WESTERN MUSIC
Songs: 'Resillience spin on...'
Students learnt to play different instruments during the practice sessions for the Annual Day celebration.
Instruments used: Guitar, drums, piano, keyboard, bucket, congo, shaker, clapbox
Songs: 'Resillience spin on...'
Students learnt to play different instruments during the practice sessions for the Annual Day celebration.
Instruments used: Guitar, drums, piano, keyboard, bucket, congo, shaker, clapbox
ART
Gr I & II
Students made an Abstract tree using different colour scheme. They also created composition on Vasant Panchami, where they practised drawing swan, sitar and lotus flower.
Composition: Creative and freehand
Art Technique: Free hand, paper craft, colour mixing, colouring, outlining
Art tools: Pencil, crayons, scale, craft paper, tissue
Learning Outcome: Development of observatory and motor skills, how the motor skills change when introduced to similar art forms like music.
SDG: 15 – Life on Land
Gr I & II
Students made an Abstract tree using different colour scheme. They also created composition on Vasant Panchami, where they practised drawing swan, sitar and lotus flower.
Composition: Creative and freehand
Art Technique: Free hand, paper craft, colour mixing, colouring, outlining
Art tools: Pencil, crayons, scale, craft paper, tissue
Learning Outcome: Development of observatory and motor skills, how the motor skills change when introduced to similar art forms like music.
SDG: 15 – Life on Land
LIFE SKILLS
The topic for the respective month was Personal Hygiene. The goal of the module was to help students understand and practice healthy habits and
maintain personal hygiene. The module elaborated upon the concept of maintaining personal hygiene by keeping oneself clean, eating healthy food and keeping the environment clean. It was delivered in an interactive manner using demonstration, storytelling and visual aids.
The topic for the respective month was Personal Hygiene. The goal of the module was to help students understand and practice healthy habits and
maintain personal hygiene. The module elaborated upon the concept of maintaining personal hygiene by keeping oneself clean, eating healthy food and keeping the environment clean. It was delivered in an interactive manner using demonstration, storytelling and visual aids.
CLASS TEACHERS
Aishwarya - I A
Subject Specialist - English
Deepika Chauhan - 1 B
Subject Specialist - Hindi
Ritu - I C
Subject Specialist - EVS
Neelima Raj - I D
Subject Specialist - English
Sanya Bhagat - I E
Subject Specialist - Math
Aishwarya - I A
Subject Specialist - English
Deepika Chauhan - 1 B
Subject Specialist - Hindi
Ritu - I C
Subject Specialist - EVS
Neelima Raj - I D
Subject Specialist - English
Sanya Bhagat - I E
Subject Specialist - Math
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