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TOPIC: Blooming Buddies
ACTIVITY 1: Cool Crusaders - Students shared their experience about the summer vacation and the activities that they have enjoyed to beat the heat. They shared their experience of visiting a market to shop for summer vegetables and fruits. This was followed by an activity where students shared their learning with their peers and school heads using relevant pictures and captions on placards.This was followed by a non-flame cooking activity where students prepared and enjoyed a glass of cool lemonade. A rhyme related to the importance of plants during the summer season was done during the music class with actions and voice modulation. Students of the partner school will also share details about their experiences during the summer season in their state/country in the following month.
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ACTIVITY 2: Festive Blooms -
On 26th September 2024, the Upper Nursery students participated in a live virtual Global Exchange Programme with Baal Bharti Public School, Noida, at the pre-primary level. The programme aimed to foster cross-cultural learning and interaction between the students of both schools. Birla High School students began by introducing their school and the city of Kolkata, sharing its rich cultural heritage. They also recited a Bengali poem, which gave the Baal Bharti Public School students a glimpse into the beauty of Bengali literature. The little wonders of the Upper Nursery also spoke about the various flowers used in the multiple festivals. To foster bilingual learning, students shared the names of the flowers in English, Hindi and Bengali languages.
In return, Baal Bharti Public School students took us on a virtual tour of their school, showcasing their infrastructure and facilities. They also presented a segment on the significance of the festival of Ram Navami, emphasising its religious and cultural importance.
Adding to the enriching experience, the Principal of Baal Bharti Public School spoke about the history and values of their institution, further highlighting the tradition of education and community service. The event concluded with a spirited dance performance by Birla High School young ones on a festive song, which added vibrancy to the cultural exchange.
This enriching experience successfully promoted cultural awareness and allowed students to appreciate the diversity within Indian traditions. The programme met several key objectives: creating awareness about the role of flowers in our culture, encouraging bilingual learning and fostering respect for diverse religions and languages, enhancing communication and leadership skills, and fostering an appreciation of nature. Both schools expressed enthusiasm for future collaborations, highlighting the importance of such exchanges in nurturing mutual understanding and respect among young learners.
