mathsThe month started with students learning about 'Time' and why it's important to have schedules for tasks. They also figured out how to read the numbers and clock hands on a regular clock. Using a tool called Visnos clock, they practiced telling time on both analog and digital clocks, including using AM and PM correctly. The students were really excited about a hands-on activity in class where they used Visnos clock to show times like half-past, quarter-past, and quarter-to by moving the clock hands. Students crafted a paper watch and honed their time-telling skills by using it. Students delved into the concept of currency and its historical development, gaining insight into various denominations and practical applications in everyday scenarios. To make learning more practical, the students also did an activity based on the 'Shin Edu Program. EVSThe learning journey started with a new topic 'Weather and Seasons,' wherein the students observed daily weather patterns, explored different seasons, and discovered the types of clothes suitable for each season. The students made beautiful stick puppets from old clothes fostering sustainability through reduced waste and resources that support SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Additionally, they delved into the world of festivals, learning about national, religious, and harvest festivals, and understanding the significance of national symbols and holidays. The curriculum expanded to include a fascinating topic, 'Our Universe'. Students were given the task of observing the day and night sky, and identify natural and man-made elements. They enthusiastically shared their findings about the sun, moon, stars, and more. Through engaging methods like videos and models, the students learned about our 'Milky Way Galaxy' and other galaxies in space. The educator further explained the planets in our Solar System, sharing interesting facts. To reinforce their knowledge, students explored space further and actively participated in class discussions. A special focus was given to understanding the 'Phases of the Moon,' with students encouraged to observe the night sky daily for a deeper understanding. The topic concluded with a quiz link and worksheet to reinforce their learning. Overall, the students embraced these topics with enthusiasm, enriching their minds with knowledge about the world around them and beyond. Video Links- https://youtu.be/UlCLX27NqMg https://youtu.be/OmB9cdGcOjc https://youtu.be/Y4zRsxtBfq8 https://youtu.be/RJ2bQWH6GCM https://youtu.be/gnEdFzzXb5U https://youtu.be/NCweccNOaqo EnglishLiterature- A new reading approach including close reading was introduced using a poem titled "A Dragon in the Classroom." Students focused on identifying rhyming words, nouns, and other elements while also exploring the theme of recycling and repurposing old items to create new inventions. Comprehension questions were discussed, and students were actively engaged in the "Design a Dragon" activity where they creatively crafted mythical dragons using recycled materials such as old wires, cardboard boxes, newspapers and other reusable materials. They also explained their creations. An activity 'Carnival In The Class' was planned in which the students enthusiastically performed and spoke about their favourite festival. Grammar- Students were engaged in practical exercises aimed at reinforcing their understanding of synonyms and punctuation. They actively participated in activities designed to identify synonyms for given words and practice using them appropriately in sentences. Additionally, they tackled punctuation exercises where they placed commas, full stops, and other punctuation marks correctly within sentences to enhance their writing skills. Literature- In February, students completed the unit "Christopher's Bicycle" focusing on reading, comprehension, and story sequencing skills. During a "Bagless Day" activity, students created colorful flashcards illustrating the beginning, middle, and end of the story, along with its title and characters. To enhance their story writing abilities, students initially worked with flashcards and later wrote about the story. Grammar- Grammar concepts such as prepositions, antonyms, articles, and pronouns were reviewed to reinforce previous learning. To further develop reading, comprehension, and critical thinking skills- Students were engaged in a reading activity using the book "Treasure Of Tales - Unit 10." ICTStudents learnt more about TUX Paint by making different projects on Save Earth. SDG 15 - Life On Land. They confidently created a drawing on Spring Season also, using tools of TUX Paint. They were able to Open, Save, Close the TUX Paint project. They also completed the projects given in the workbook. hindiमास का आरंभ छात्रों से पूर्वज्ञान के आधार पर प्रश्न पूछकर वाक्यांश का परिचय देते हुए किया गया जैसे - जो पढ़ाता है उसे क्या कहते हैं आदि। छात्रों की कल्पनाशीलता व शब्द भंडार में वृद्धि कराने हेतु छात्रों को दो समूह में बाँटकर ‘बूझो तो जाने’ खेल खिलाया गया जिसके अंतर्गत एक समूह से एक सदस्य आया और एक पर्ची उठाकर वाक्यांश बोला और दूसरे समूह के सदस्य ने उसका नाम बताया। इस तरह छात्रों को कम शब्दों का प्रयोग करते हुए वाक्यांश का प्रयोग करने के लिए प्रेरित किया गया ।छात्रों को संबंधित विडियो दिखाया गया और बताया गया कि किस प्रकार वाक्यांश के प्रयोग से वाक्य को छोटा व प्रभावशाली बनाया जा सकता है। पुस्तकीय अभ्यास व कार्य पुस्तिका में अभ्यास कार्य करवाया गया ।छात्रों में निडरता व चतुराई जैसे गुणों का विकास करने के लिए पाठ - टन टन घंटा का पठन कराया गया। छात्रों से उनके ऐसे अनुभव जिससे उनकी निडरता का पता चले, पर चर्चा की गई । छात्रों को एक नैतिक कहानी का विडिओ भी दिखाया गया व समझदारी व बुद्धिमत्ता से काम करने के लिए प्रेरित किया गया। छात्रों को समानार्थक शब्दों का ज्ञान करवाने हेतु गतिविधि करवाई गयी | छात्रों को अपनी पसंद के किसी भी शब्द को लेकर उसका चित्र बनाकरअधिक से अधिक शब्द लिखने को प्रेरित किया गया | छात्रों को पाठ- 'फुदकू मेंढक' व पर्यायवाची की पुनरावृत्ति हेतु अभ्यास-पत्र दिया गया। चित्र -वर्णन करने का तरीका समझाते हुए मृदुल व्याकरण में चित्र वर्णन से संबंधित अभ्यास कार्य करवाया गया। वाक्य रचना करवाते हुए छात्रों को स्वयं वाक्य निर्माण करने के लिए प्रेरित किया गया। गिनती, दिनों व महीनों के नाम की पुनरावृत्ति भी करवाई गई । https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vP96uPNO_Y https://youtu.be/fiMiP1Ao1GI peUnder 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 danceIn their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt: 1. The combination steps of Contemporary Dance: Shoulder isolations, leg kicks, leg raise, bum rolling. 2. Full body strengthening warm-up routine to keep one injury free and strong 3. Choreography was done keeping the essence of full movement intact and add the commercial elements to make the art form interesting. DANCE FORM: Contemporary SONG: Khoon chala from Rang De Basanti 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. DANCE FORM: MODERN DANCE SONG: "AAG UDI" (VICTORY ANTHEM) from the movie TEJAS LINK: https://youtu.be/Zb1J3M_dbRk?feature=shared indian danceRepublic Day is the day when India marks and celebrates the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect on 26 January 1950. This replaced the Government of India Act 1935 as the governing document of India, thus turning the nation into a republic separate from British Raj. To celebrate the same students learnt a freestyle dance, full of patriotic energy and vibrance. DANCE FORM: Freestyle SONG: Chak De India Students learnt basic Russian classical ballet movements, isolations and techniques to learn the choreography for the upcoming Annual Day production. DANCE FORM: Ballet/ freestyle SONG- 'Rise' by Katy Perry, 'Carol of the bells' by Lindsey Sterling indian musicगायन 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 musicSongs: '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 dramaIn their Drama lesson, students performed the following activities: We are thrilled to announce this year's Annual Day celebration, where our talented Grade 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. visual artsStudents made Republic Day special drawing in which they learnt how to draw the National Flag, the Fighter jets and the India Gate. Composition: Creative and freehand Art Technique: Free hand, paper craft, colour mixing, colouring, outlining Art tools: Pencil, crayons, scale, craft aper, tissue Learning Outcome: Development of observatory and motor skills, how the motor skills change when introduced to similar art forms like music. SDG: 11 - Sustainable cities and communities 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 skillsThe 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.
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