By Janaki Balasubramaniam Introducing children to the enchanting world of poetry from an early age is like offering them keys to a treasury of imagination and wisdom. Poems have rhythmic verses and vivid imagery. Their magical ability to captivate young minds with those features are high. In this curated collection, we present 10 timeless poems. […]
Haritha Kannan, Educator, Little Laudable Learners. An affirmation is usually a single sentence, a sentence with powerful words put together to make a positive statement. This sentence is aimed at reaching your conscious and unconscious mind which can calm you, motivate you, challenge you, change negative thoughts, make you confident, shift your mindset, push […]
We all cherish stories, and there are timeless tales that deserve to be passed down to the next generation. Storytelling is an art that intricately connects the narrator with the audience, engaging their senses of vision and hearing. When done effectively, storytelling has the power to transport both the storyteller and the listener to the […]
Have you ever pondered over a sequence like this Red, red, red, blue; blue, blue, blue, red; red, red, red ______? Most likely you would have filled the blank with blue. Beyond these playful exercises lies a crucial recommendation: the importance of teaching patterns from early childhood. The most complicated problems of the world are […]
The human body is seen as the manifestation of the panchabudhas—earth, water, fire, air, and ether. This belief is echoed in the Bala Chikitsa, one of the eight sections of Ashtanga Ayurveda, emphasizing the need for direct experiences with water, air, and earth in the early stages of learning. Let us explore how great scholars […]
Poetry is the art of expressing emotions, thoughts, and ideas. It helps us carefully choose words and imagery. It is an integral part of human life. For centuries, poets have captured the essence of the human experience. It makes us laugh, cry, and ponder life’s mysteries through their verses. It’s essential to delve into the […]
One day, my second-grade student and I had a fun time with a famous puzzle! 🧩 The puzzle was about a boat that could only carry two things at a time, and we had to take a goat, a tiger, and a bundle of grass across a river. But there were some rules we […]
A storyboard is a powerful tool that visually represents a story. It helps students in developing strategic reading skills. It involves arranging rectangular frames or panels in the sequence of events as to how it is happening in a story. Every frame or panel represents one event that may include an illustration, dialogue, captions or […]
Reading is a fundamental skill that involves identifying words and comprehending text. However, there’s a higher level of engagement called strategic reading. Strategic reading goes beyond surface-level comprehension and involves a focused approach to extract deeper meaning, draw inferences, and enhance critical thinking. In this blog post, we’ll explore the key differences between reading and […]
It was when Radha was studying in grade 5 Radha wanted to become a skilled orator. Radha was inspired by senior Kalpana who always orates and wins the heart of the audience. Radha closely observed Kalpana’s hand gestures, body language and speech carefully. Radha decided to become an orator just like her senior Kalpana. Never […]