Pre-primary Events
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FOOD CHAIN ACTIVITY
This was a fantastic hands-on activity for our EY4 learners to understand the concept of food chains. It allowed them to pick a habitat of their choice and come up with a food chain based on the residing animals. All the learners carried their placard and stood confidently to explain their food chain to their peers.
In this process learners also enhanced their vocabulary by using words like, producers, consumers, interdependence and so on. This activity made the learners understand the flow of matter and energy and the interdependence of life by focusing on food chains.
ANIMAL DAY
Students always enjoy dressing up in costumes and engaging in dramatic role-play. Whether the child is a dragon, a lion, or an elephant, the child’s brain is going into high gear when he/she puts on a costume! On 6th March, the EY4 students came dressed up as animals too.
Some students were dressed as wild cats, while some preferred to be in the herbivore family. Few students were dressed as birds while others become the extinct and the endangered animals. It was a mix of all the habitats that were taught in school over a month. Students were also given an opportunity to speak about the animals they were dressed in. The entire animal kingdom came alive that day in the EY4 foyer.
PINK DAY
On 14th February 2019 EY1 student’s celebrated ‘Pink day’. It was wonderful to see our tiny tots bloom in different shades of pink. The students were engaged in various activities related to the colour and made a surprise card for their parents which was painted and crafted by their own tiny hands. It was indeed a visual treat to witness the little ones glowing in pink with enthusiasm and vigour.
CAFE DAY
Children of the 21 st century are highly inquisitive and want to experience variety of things. To enhance these skills EY3 had a café set up on 16 th January 2019. The café set up consisted of food counters, tables and chairs for children to sit and order different dishes that are available at a café from the menu made for them by
the teachers. Children were serving as well as taking orders. They were brimming with sheer excitement and participated with great enthusiasm. They had a splendid day at the Café devouring sandwiches cupcakes, burgers, chips and juices.
MARKET DAY
With an objective to create and educate children about the importance and consumption of fruits and vegetables in regular diet, EY1 celebrated Fruit and Vegetable Day. A set up was created in which teachers dressed up as fruits and vegetable vendor. Learners were taken out in the foyer and were allowed to buy their favorite fruits/vegetables which gave them awareness about a market scenario. The tiny tots also learned more about the taste, smell, colour and texture of each fruit and vegetable. They also carried their shopping bags home with utmost excitement. The day was spent with great zest, enthusiasm and vigor, enjoying the moments of joy and happiness on this special day.
FRUIT SALAD DAY
The very yummy and juicy ‘Fruit Salad Day’ was celebrated by the EY1 learners with immense enthusiasm. The tiny tots carried their favorite fruits and were very excited to show their teachers which fruit they loved the most. Teachers cut the fruits and learners were asked to mix the fruits and add chat masala. Their taste buds were sparkled by eating the variety of fruits. This activity fostered their understanding about the taste, texture, color, physical appearance of every fruit more intriguingly.
COOKING DAY
Cooking can help young kids learn and practice some basic math and scientific concepts and build language skills. The experience of creating meals can help build their self-confidence and lay the foundation for healthy eating habits. So to develop and promote these holistic skills, the EY1 tiny tots prepared healthy vegetable sandwiches and mouth-watering dessert on 27th January 2019 as part of a special day activity. With some simple prep work the cooking time with the pre-schoolers was a culinary adventure we all enjoyed.
VISIT TO THE SUPERMARKET
Children would have gone to the supermarket countless times, but this trip was different. With food being the topic of the month, the EY4 children were taken to the supermarket to enrich their learning experience. Children embraced this task enthusiastically as they learnt more about different sections of the supermarket. They identified each one of them confidently. The enthusiasm shown by the children showcased that a simple task of going to the supermarket can be fun and exciting, and there is always scope for better learning for these young children.
REPUBLIC DAY
The 70th Republic day was celebrated on 24th January 2019 with fervour and dignity by the tiny tots of EY1. The little ones came dressed in white attire representing equality and independence. The teacher explained the children that Republic day is not just another holiday meant to enjoy and have fun, but a day to remember the real heroes of our country and the real significance of it. The children expressed their love for country by making a FLAG through a creative craft activity. They carried small flags to the ground and sang various patriotic songs and the national anthem. The day ended with the feel of patriotism and joy.
RED DAY
The colour of love and smiles illuminated the air with energy, vigor and exuberance in EY1 foyer on 13th August 2018.Vibrant “RED” theme displays and classroom decor set the ambience of the day. All the tiny tots wore red coloured attire and looked stunning. Various creative activities were conducted and displayed in the class. They also sang red day songs like “Apple are red”, “my red balloon” etc.
Our little ones spent a spectacular red day!!
INDEPENDENCE DAY
Independence Day was celebrated in the EY1 foyer with great joy and patriotism. The children were dressed in white colour attire symbolizing peace and wore accessories depicting the colours of our Indian flag. The classroom was decorated with flags and learners were involved in creative activities which signified the importance of the celebration. Learners sang various patriotic songs along with the teachers. The day ended with the flag hoisting and singing the national anthem.
SHELLING PEAS
Hands-on activities allows learners to develop self-confidence as well as build fine motor skills. Shelling of peas is one of the simplest ways to engage the tiny tots and enhance their concentration and eye- hand co-ordination. This activity was conducted on 23rd January. The facilitator first demonstrated the process of peeling and then each child was given a handful of peas which they peeled by themselves. Enthusiasm and excitement was in the air of the EY1 foyer that day.
FAMILY DRESS UP DAY
On 30th August 2018, it was adorable to see so many children dress up like the special family member in their lives. Adults regardless if it is mother, father, grandparents, aunt or uncle play an important role in shaping the child’s life. All the children participated enthusiastically by wearing different attires depicting their family members and shared their reasons for choosing that particular family member.
JANMASHTAMI
The birth of lord Krishna, Janmashtami was celebrated with great zeal and pomp by the tiny tots of EY1 on 28th August 2018. Children came dressed as Krishna and Radha and other traditional colourful outfits. The foyer was decorated beautifully to make this event more cheerful and colourful. The teachers enacted the story of mischievous Krishna and a “matki breaking” event was also organized to mark the significance of the day. The children also danced to various songs. It was a fun filled day for the children.
WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE
The EY2 students were all set to go on a jungle trail, where the lush green trees and the African animals awaited them eagerly. Somewhere amidst the vast canopy of leaves were the monkeys fooling around, somewhere the lumbering bears looked oh so cute! Lions, alligators, giraffes & elephants were all so excited to see our tiny tots exploring the jungle. Walking through the muddy trail, crawling in and out of the cave, roaring and thumping like animals. It was definitely a cherished experience for one and all.
BLAST OFF DAY
It’s always good to conclude a topic by giving the learners an opportunity to share their understanding with their peers. On 27th August glimpses of the solar system were seen in the EY4 foyer. It was twinkling, shining and glowing as the learners dressed up as planets for the “Blast off” topic. Students were engaged in an interactive session where they enthusiastically exchanged their knowledge and learning with teachers and peers. It was truly a blast off day.
LET'S BE PROACTIVE
Children these days have a habit of whining most of the times that they are bored and they have nothing to do. It is vital to help them realize that they need to take responsibility for their own fun and boredom. The learners of EY2 took charge and involved themselves in activities like reading, drawing and exploring using magnifying glasses which was the most thrilling experience. It helped them understand that these are the few of the activities that they can get involved in at any time and at any place. It was fascinating to observe the learners transform into avid readers, profound artists and inquisitive explorers. It was a fun filled learning experience for the little learners.
BLUE DAY
The EY1 of USGS celebrated blue day on 16th July 2018. It was a fun filled day as the teachers and the children were dressed in all different shades of blue. The significance of the colour was reiterated by involving them to do various activities and participate in games related to the theme. The children had an amazing fun learning experience and were enthusiastically carrying their blue gelatine paper home and wearing a blue ribbon on their wrist. It was a pleasant and a cool blue day for the tiny tots.
THANK YOU CARD
EY3 (SSP) - There are words that work like magic. They're words that you should say. Please, Excuse me, Thank You, Sorry. Try saying them today. ‘Thank you’ is a kind phrase; it’s good and so polite. To emphasize the importance of this special golden word EY3 learners made a thank you card for any special person they wish to express their gratitude to. The learners showed their excitement and willingness for this special activity.
UMBRELLA DAY
Rainy days are always a fun time for the students. It makes the environment light and mesmerizing for the tiny tots in the school. To make it more interesting an umbrella day was celebrated on 26th July 2018 wherein all the little ones carried their umbrellas to school. They were brought out in the foyer with their colourful umbrellas to enjoy the experience of rains. Water was sprinkled all around for a realistic experience with songs and rhymes being played. The children had a wonderful time as their joy was reflecting on their faces.
THANK YOU CARD
EY3 (SSP) - There are words that work like magic. They're words that you should say. Please, Excuse me, Thank You, Sorry. Try saying them today. ‘Thank you’ is a kind phrase; it’s good and so polite. To emphasize the importance of this special golden word EY3 learners made a thank you card for any special person they wish to express their gratitude to. The learners showed their excitement and willingness for this special activity.
PUZZLE ACTIVITY
EY4 (SSP) - GOOD AND BAD HABITS PAIRED PUZZLE ACTIVITY -
We say. ‘’Thank you”. We say “Please”. We don’t interrupt or tease. We don’t argue. We don’t fuss. We listen when folks talk to us. Share our toys and take our turn. Manners are so easy to learn. What better way to instill these habits than in a form of a game. EY4 learners were given an opportunity to solve and identify puzzles of good and bad habits in form of a pair- share activity. It was a thrilling experience for the learners as it involved learning in a play-way method.
CREEPY CRAWLIES
EY2 - Hey! Look what’s creeping into our EY 2 classes. The red ants are marching one by one, the incy wincy spider is climbing up the spout, and oh wow …the caterpillars are eating all the green leaves. Oh no no …. You are not in the garden but in the EY2 classes of Utpal Shanghvi Global School as they are having their Creepy Crawlies Day. The children thoroughly enjoyed the experience of coming dressed to school as their favourite creepy crawlies. Additional knowledge, songs, varied actions of the creepy crawlies and videos added to their box of experiences. It was indeed an exhilarating day for the inquisitive learners.
5 SENSES
EY4 - Young children learn through direct experiences. Our 5 senses allow us to enjoy the world around us, the taste of our food, the sound of music, the beauty of a sunrise, the softness of a cat's fur, and the fragrance of a rose. Children may know the importance of their senses, but they don't often focus on them individually. Our EY4 enthusiastic and energetic learners were given an excellent opportunity to explore each of the 5 senses. The learners experimented with different materials which helped them understand the sense of touch, taste, smell, sound, and sight. Young children love exploring and experimenting, and if you embrace the learning process by allowing them to do so you’ll make learning their favourite activity.
D.E.A.R. Programme
EY4 - Early Years is a time for exploration of young minds, and at the heart of that exploration is reading and comprehension. D.E.A.R (Drop Everything and Read) program is to develop the love for reading amongst the young learners. One of the most lasting ways caregivers can impact their children's overall success and joy is by instilling in them love and passion for reading. Learners enjoyed browsing through books and asked the facilitators for the words they could not comprehend. This activity helped to boost their concentration, vocabulary and imaginative skills. Always remember you can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, and all you need is a book.
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