INTRODUCTIONJovial January has been a month of happiness all around. It is the time when our students welcomed the new year with new promises and resolutions after the winter break. January has been another month of learning and revising the concepts with the maximum participation in different activities like Intra and Inter-School competitions, which not only honed their skills but also gave them a platform to showcase their talents. The universal theme ‘I am truthful’ proved to be a big support for the young minds with the help of which the value of being truthful and honest could be inculcated well. The students happily narrated their personal experiences during the discussion time in the morning assembly sessions promising to be truthful and dedicated always. The students commenced CT lessons with beautiful thoughts and enriching words. They enjoyed reading the NIE and sharing numerous facts and regular updates about various important events like Republic Day and other competitions. MATHEMATICSComparing Quantities: With the help of real-life situations, students were introduced to the application of percentages like simple interest and compound interest. Students enacted as lender and borrower in pairs and showed the transaction of money on a certain rate and for a certain period to implicate the concept of interest in real life and thus derived formulas for simple interest and compound interest. In addition, they understood how compounded rates can be different when applied in different amounts of time. Students solved many real-life problems on the same. Mensuration Few intriguing questions of perimeter and area enabled students to recapitulate the formulas learnt in previous classes. To make sure that every student can understand the application of formulas, an oral quiz was conducted for the various formulas for plane figures like rectangles, squares, parallelograms and triangles. Also, students understood the “divide problem into parts method” to find the area of various shapes like:
SCIENCEPhysics: Light: Looking back at several real-life examples experienced by students in their life, they understood the concept of ‘Multiple Reflections’. In addition, students also understood the formulae to find out the number of images when two mirrors are placed at some angles. “Knowledge sharing is the ultimate form of learning.” Two peer educators “Shambahvi Bhardwaj and Shreeya Dixit” beautifully explained the concept of Kaleidoscope to their peers and showed the real-life application of the device in several areas. They used an actual device to show the working. In continuation, they understood the dispersion of white light into seven colours “VIBGYOR” using a scale, spectacles and other lens material. They were able to relate to real and natural dispersion of light as “RAINBOW” and also cited examples like Newton’s Disc and CD-Disk. “EYE IS A VERY PRECIOUS PART OF OUR BODY.” With the help of a diagram, students understood the structure of the eye and were able to understand its parts and their functions. Chemistry: - The chapter, ‘Combustion and Flame’ was continued this month also. They were shown a small demonstration activity on the burning of coal pieces and candles. They observed that candle burns with a flame and coal does not burn the flame. Later, the video on different types of flames produced by different combustible materials like kerosene, LPG gas, CNG gas, and a candle was shown to them. They observed and listed different colours of the flame produced by the above-listed materials. They concluded that liquid fuels produce blue flame and solid fuels produce a yellow flame. They also learnt that gaseous fuel burns with a clean blue flame in a rich supply of air and with yellow flame in a limited supply of air (oxygen). They were linked to real-life examples like cooking vessels getting blackened when kept over a burning gas and the yellow colour flame of cooking gas. The topic, ‘Zones of a Flame’ was introduced with a small hands-on activity by lighting the candle. They observed different colours of the flame produced in the burning candle. They placed a plastic scale in the innermost dark zone of the candle flame and observed white wax vapour on the scale. Through this activity, they concluded that the innermost zone contains wax vapour. They learnt about the second zone of the candle by placing a steel spoon in the luminous zone and observed that spoon turned black. They concluded that the middle zone contains unburnt carbon particles that turn the spoon black. They also learnt about the non-luminous zone, the hottest zone of the flame. They listed the difference between the three types of zones in their notebooks. Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-1-nGvVBZk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elIMctwybt4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edEGpt-FgaQ Biology: Reaching the Age of Adolescence: The new year commenced with the discussion about the changes the 8th graders have observed and felt in them in the past few years, as the change in their habits, thinking, feeling of acceptance amongst their peers and family and changes in their physical appearance. As the students were very keen to share their experiences they were very well connected to the chapter ‘Reaching the Age of Adolescence.’ With the help of PPTs and Videos, they understood about adolescence and puberty and that all these changes are normal at this age. They learnt about the secondary sexual characteristics and the role of hormones in the onset of puberty. They researched about the ‘Beti Bachao- Beti Badhao’ project started by the Indian government and shared their knowledge in class. With the help of diagrams and presentations, they understood the ‘Menstrual Cycle’ and also why menstruation stops during pregnancy. They were able to connect the lesson with the current changes they are undergoing as an experience in themselves. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jMGrfZUBBI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9gM8u08m-o&t=575s SOCIAL SCIENCEHistory: Students were explained about the painful partition of India and how the displaced people were assimilated into the Indian society. Students shared some stories of their grandparents and great-grandparents related to the partition. They were made aware of the integration of princely states with India with the help of a PPT. Interesting facts about the integration of Hyderabad, Goa were shared. Challenges faced by our government after the independence like the development of agriculture, healthcare, infrastructure, industries etc. were discussed in detail. Students gained knowledge about our constitution, parliamentary democracy, equality of opportunity and special privileges for the marginalised federal form of the government, Panchayati Raj institutions reorganisation of States with the help of a PPT. They were explained India’s relationship with the world. Wars with Pakistan and China were discussed in brief. Introduction of SAARC- its relevance at present, member nations, functions and symbols was done during the lesson. The reflection exercise was done through a Nearpod Quiz. https://youtu.be/7X3veWCua-g Geography: Manufacturing Industries: The topic was introduced by discussing the term ‘Manufacturing’. Based on their previous knowledge, they shared and discussed the ‘Classification of Manufacturing Industries’. Classification based on:
With the help of a PPT, some major industries and their features were illustrated to them. Industries are:
ICTComputer Networking is a massive boon to the communication landscape. Students understood the terms Computer Network, Nodes & other peripheral devices that are linked together for sharing data & hardware resources. They gained a comparative understanding of Rail Networks as Computer Networks, Computers as Data Packets, information travelling from one node to another, Tracks as the different types of network cables used to transmit data. They also learnt about the different types of networks like PAN, LAN, MAN, WAN, and Network Topologies. The topic was concluded with live quizzes. ENGLISH“The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible.”- Arthur C. Clarke The learners continued to develop the concepts of “Prepositions and Conjunctions” with an interactive session about their varied usage was observed by the students. The learners found it quite interesting and grabbed the concept well. Keeping in mind “Bloom’s Taxonomy”, they were able to APPLY the use of Prepositions and Conjunctions and IDENTIFY them in their day to day conversation. The other sub-topics such as the use of since and for, prepositional phrases, coordinating and subordinating conjunctions were discussed with the help of a handout followed by the discussion of textbook exercises. The students were given an enrichment exercise and several live worksheets for extra practice. “Description begins in the writer’s imagination but should finish in the readers’.” -Stephen King The concept of a ‘Descriptive Paragraph’ was introduced with the help of an interactive session in which the students discussed the character traits of their favorite person keeping in mind the basic elements of descriptive writing. The concept was taken forward with the help of a handout in which samples of such paragraphs were discussed. After that, the students were given a task to write a descriptive paragraph keeping in mind a specific person. The learners enthusiastically presented their work. The students were assigned a reading comprehension task from the Grammar Plus book. Also, they enthusiastically participated in essay writing conducted on the theme ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ on the occasion of Republic Day. Video links: https://www.liveworksheets.com/mo825729el https://www.liveworksheets.com/af2459243ta https://www.liveworksheets.com/bf2519339ag https://www.liveworksheets.com/ee2472325ge https://www.liveworksheets.com/jh689223zb HINDIमाह के आरंभ में छात्रों को गुन्जन पाठ्य-पुस्तक के पाठ – कपि करि ह्रदय विचार जो कि तुलसीदास जी द्वारा रचित है , कराया गया | सर्वप्रथम तुलसीदास जी का संक्षिप्त परिचय दिया गया | पाठ की संपूर्ण व्याख्या कराने के पश्चात पाठ के कठिन शब्द , शब्दार्थ और उसकी प्रश्नोत्तरी कराई गई | पाठ को कराने का मुख्य उद्देश्य छात्रों को श्रीराम और हनुमान की मित्रता से अवगत कराना , हनुमान जी द्वारा सीता माता का पता लगाना ,अशोक वाटिका में सीता माता का वृक्ष के नीचे बैठना और वहाँ राक्षसियों द्वारा उन्हें डराना आदि के बारें में जानकारी देना है | व्याकरणिक विषय अविकारी शब्द विशेषकर क्रियाविशेषण का परिचय दिया गे , जिसस उनके शब्द – भंडार में वृद्धि हुई | हमारी भाषा में विराम चिह्न का क्या महत्त्व होता है और उनके बिना भाषा कितनी नीरस हो जाती है , इससे परिचित कराया गया | रचनात्मक लेखन में अनुच्छेद – लेखन का प्रारूप स्पष्ट किया गया | छात्रों को मौखिक और लिखित रूप से अनुच्छेद –लेखन का अभ्यास कराया गया | सतत विकास लक्ष्य –७ सस्ती और प्रदूषण युक्त ऊर्जा से एकीकृत करते हुए अनुच्छेद – लेखन का लिखित अभ्यास कराया गया FRENCHStudents were happy to come back from a relaxing winter vacation. They were introduced to vocabulary related to different shops and European food. They were introduced to the new topic of measurements related to food and other things with examples. To enhance the understanding of the topic, more videos were shared. A recap of the culture and civilization of France was done. Students were also made to read and translate passages as practice. They were introduced to French proverbs with translations and were made to compare with English Proverbs. https://youtu.be/zqs44OdBh24 https://youtu.be/h0uUuN1eX8k GERMANAfter the winter break, the students continued with the last unit of our term, Module 6 Lektion 3 (Ordnung muss sein) and learnt about various verbs of placement and position. They understood the importance of question words- Wo and Wohin along with some prepositions and how to use them in their daily lives. They also showcased their knowledge by writing an E-mail to a friend about their room and how do they clean their room. They will be continuing with the workbook exercises to end our final term syllabus in the upcoming month. SPANISHThe month begins with the completion of a worksheet on present tense verbs. In the chapter “ Hace dos años que Estudio español”, the students learnt how to talk about how long they have been doing something. They completed comprehension questions following the perifrase “ Hace + Tiempo + que”. A video on ‘Professions’ was presented and discussed in class. An interactive session of the same was conducted in class where the students had the opportunity to complete the activities on their own. A video on SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth was presented in class followed by a discussion. Video link on professions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Mk6Yi9H1FU Interactive session on professions https://www.profedeele.es/actividad/vocabulario/profesiones-trabajos/ Video link https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/goal-of-the-month-archive/april-2019-decent-work/ SANSKRIT“अस्माकम्-पर्वाणि” नामक पाठ के माध्यम से भारतीय समाज में कृषि और त्योहारों से संबंधित प्रादेशिक लोक-संगीत-नृत्य आदि से छात्रों का परिचय कराया गया। अंतर्विषयक – प्रादेशिक परम्पराओं की उपयोगिता और महत्ता के विषय में जानकारी प्रदान की गई । चित्रवर्णन और कारक आधारित गद्यांशावबोधन और वाक्यरचना अभ्यास द्वारा संस्कृत संभाषण का सामूहिक अभ्यास ज्ञानवर्धक रहा । प्रश्ननिर्माण, वचनपरिवर्तन, प्रकृति और प्रत्यय द्वारा स्पष्टीकरण और लिखित परीक्षा द्वारा अभ्यास आदि कार्य उत्साहपूर्वक कराया गया । व्याकरण – धातुरूपाणि - लोट्लकार , विधिलिंग लकार आदि धातुरूपाधारित लकारपरिवर्तन शब्दरूप –ऋकारांत और सर्वनाम शब्दरूपों आदि को प्रत्ययचिह्नों सहित तालिका द्वारा अर्थ सहित कंठस्थ कराकर अनुप्रयोगात्मक अभ्यास किया । चित्रवर्णन और पत्रलेखन का सनियम अभ्यास कराया गया। PHYSICAL EDUCATIONStudents practised:
INDIAN DANCEIn their Indian Dance lessons, the students learnt: Bhangra-folk dance of Punjab: Bhangra is a traditional folk dance of the Indian subcontinent which originated in the Majha area of Punjab. Dance form: Bhangra YouTube link: https://youtu.be/JwSB9gbA2fw Students enjoyed learning Bhangra dance with full of energy and enthusiasm to commemorate the festival of Lohri. WESTERN DANCEIn their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt:
Song : ‘Happier’ song Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RE87rQkXdNw DRAMAForms of Acting: Role Play Application of their learning:
INDIAN MUSICजनवरी माह छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: शुद्ध स्वर अलंकार । राग,गीत - देशभक्ति गीत हिन्द देश के निवासी ,प्रभु जी प्रार्थना प्रादेशिक गीत "मन लगो मेरो"। प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा, ऑडियो ट्रैक । गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक, प्रतियोगिता में प्रस्तुति के महत्वपूर्ण बिंदु । सन्दर्भ वीडियो लिंक: https://youtu.be/5mE9uJZQgCo https://youtu.be/CB2TCCowHpA https://youtu.be/WZRRY9awPPw WESTERN MUSICIn their Western Music lessons, the students learnt: Physical warm-up exercises Different scales and formula Instruments: The scales of different instruments Techniques: Learnt how to sing in dynamics and implementation in vocal music VISUAL ART In their Visual Art lessons, students learnt : Week 1&2- Republic Day Composition (Culture & Heritage of India) Students made Republic Day special composition in which they learnt to incorporate the culture & heritage of our country in one composition. Week 3- Poster on ‘Grow More Trees’ Students were made aware of SDG 15: Life on Land. They drew a poster on ‘How we can save life on earth’ by growing more trees, recycling and restoring our resources, etc. Composition: Creative & freehand Art Technique: Free hand, colouring, outlining Learning Outcome: Development of observatory and motor skills, how the motor skills change when introduced to similar art forms like music. Art tools : Pencil, sketch pen, crayons, oil pastels, acrylic colour SDG : 15 – Life on Land LIFE SKILLSThis is the age when students think about their career and will have to learn money management. Considering this, students were introduced to “Financial Management”. Age-appropriate ways were given to develop financial awareness and skills. Students understood what it means to budget, and identify the reasons to maintain a budget, creating and maintaining personal budget, difference between wants and needs. A sample weekly budget was made to make the understanding clearer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cZ4Qm3fkEY
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INTRODUCTION“Start each day with a positive thought and a grateful heart.” Roy T. Benett Dynamic December has been a month of celebrations and happiness all around. It is the time when students are in the mood for celebrations of Christmas and the New Year. It has been another month of learning new concepts with the maximum participation in different activities like intra and inter-school competitions, which not only honed their skills but also gave them a platform to showcase their talents. The universal theme ‘ I am Wise ’ proved to be an opportunity for the young minds which enabled them to imbibe the value of being wise and acting wise. The students happily narrated their personal experiences during the discussion time in the morning assembly sessions promising to be wise and thoughtful always. They shared their happiness by contributing beautifully to the project ‘The Joy of Giving’ where they thought selflessly about everyone and tried to make an effort to add happiness to others’ lives too. The dynamic Suncitizens displayed their ardour and passion by celebrating Christmas on a virtual platform. The students commenced their morning assemblies every day with beautiful thoughts and enriching words. They enjoyed reading the NIE and sharing numerous facts and regular updates about various competitions. MATHEMATICSDIRECT AND INVERSE PROPORTIONS With the help of discussion and question-answer method on different situations, recapitulation of ratio and proportions was done. Further, with the help of several real-life situations, the concept of direct and inverse proportions was introduced. In addition, problem sums on below real-life applications were discussed and done by students:
COMPARING QUANTITIES Based on their prior knowledge, students practiced some problems on percentages to excel in the topic to apply the concept regarding the following sub-topics:
Students were given some real-life problems and some case studies to understand the concept of the percentage change. In addition, they calculated the percentage decrease/increase in income and expenses respectively. In addition, students used the concept of percentage change to understand the actual meaning of “DISCOUNT/PROFIT/LOSS” and applied the concept in real-life situations. SCIENCEBiology: Reproduction in Animals: The month commenced with the learning about reproduction in animals and the revision of ‘Cell- Structure and Function’. With the help of diagrams, videos and pictures, the students acquired knowledge about the fertilization process and the various stages of the development of the embryo. They also learnt that in some animals the fertilization is external like frogs & fish. They studied the process of development in them. For the science unit test, the students solved and discussed the revision sheet and an online quiz. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tH1SJpg0DU8 Physics:- LEARNING BY DOING & EXPERIMENTATION LIGHT: - The lesson began with checking the prior knowledge of students about the topic –‘ Sources and Propagation of Light’ followed by a round of some open-ended questions. With the help of animations and PowerPoint presentations, basic terms related to the reflection of light were discussed and explained. Activity: Students were asked to stand in front of the mirror and to note their observations for the following:
Chemistry:- Learners were introduced to a new topic, ‘Combustion and Flame’ through a prior knowledge check via Venn Diagram on Combustion and Burning. They learnt about combustible and non-combustible substances through a hands-on activity. They tried to burn different materials like matchsticks, a small piece of cloth, an iron nail, glass, paper and a steel spoon to identify the combustible and non-combustible materials. They recorded their observations in the observation table as: Material Combustible /Non-combustible Matchsticks Cloth Iron nail Glass Paper Steel spoon To understand that oxygen is necessary for combustion, they all placed a burning candle on a steel plate and covered it with a transparent glass tumbler. They observed that the candle stopped burning as the supply of oxygen was cut off by the inverted glass tumbler. Further, to get an idea of the term ‘Ignition Temperature’, they placed an aluminum foil at the base of the candle flame and above the melted wax. They observed that the candle flame gets extinguished after some time because burning does not take place below its ignition temperature. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pm0sXIW6UFo SOCIAL SCIENCEHistory:- Continuing with the topic of the ‘Indian Freedom Struggle’, the students were informed about the contribution of students and lawyers in the ‘Non-Cooperation Movement’ with the help of a presentation. They were also explained the roles of Pro-Changers and No Changers after the Non-Cooperation Movement. Breakout Rooms were created where students were given one topic to research within ten minutes. Each team honed their research skills and explained about the Simon Commission, the Launch of the Civil Disobedience Movement and Round Table Conferences to the whole class. Class Notebook was used to explain the Quit India Movement and Indian Revolutionary Activities during the freedom struggle. A quick check was done via the chat box wherein the students shared their views on the proposals mentioned in the plan. In the end, some clippings on the partition of India were shown to explain the tragic separation of India and Pakistan based on Two Nation Theory. Civics:- Marginalized Groups and Social Inequalities Students were shown a video which was followed by a discussion and explanation about Marginalisation, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribes, and other backward classes. They also discussed minorities, marginalization, inequality, and poverty. They discovered the constitutional provisions and affirmative action through reservations introduced by the government and paraphrased a few ideas for the betterment of marginalized groups. Marginalized Groups and Social Inequalities: Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDUTlQcGWPU ICTStudents learnt about the different types and classifications of apps. The students talked about app development as a booming industry that has the unique ability to access a large number of potential consumers. They also explored the use of common apps. During the practical class, they created the layout of the ‘Quiz App’ by using free web-based app development sites. ENGLISH“The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible.” -Arthur C. Clarke The learners continued to develop their understanding of the concept ‘Adverbs’ with an interactive session where how the adverbs are used in different sentences was observed by the students. The learners found it more interesting and absorbed the concept well. Keeping in mind Bloom’s Taxonomy, they were able to APPLY the use of Adverbs and IDENTIFY them in their day to day conversation. Other sub-topics such as the position of adverbs, adverb clauses were explained with the help of a presentation followed by the discussion of textbook exercises. The students were given an enrichment exercise for extra practice. They were assigned an individual project of making a ‘First Aid Guide’ using adverbs on optional platforms such as Wakelet, Canva, Sway etc. for an impressive presentation of their work. “Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world” -Robert McKee The concept of story narration and completion was recapitulated with the help of a game- ‘Story Web’ in which the beginning line of a story was given to the students and they weaved the story forward keeping in mind its basic elements. The concept was further explained with the help of a presentation in which samples of stories were discussed. After that, the students were given a task to build their story keeping in mind a specific moral. The learners enthusiastically presented their storyboards on various digital platforms and integrated their work creatively with art. “…Away from the world and its toils and its cares, I’ve a snug little kingdom up four pair of stairs…..” -William Makepeace Thackeray The students enjoyed the theme of the importance of a collection of old memorabilia while reading a beautiful poem ‘Cane Bottom’d Chair’ by William Makepeace. They improved their Comprehension Skills by interpreting the poem along with the identification of poetic devices, rhyming schemes etc. They enhanced their understanding by attempting the question answers along with the critical appreciation of the poem in their notebooks. The emphasis was on understanding the Reference to Context questions. The students were assigned a reading comprehension task from the Communicate In English Book- The Tyger by William Blake followed by a couple of enrichment exercises on Adverbs. Video links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xn_y-ooPhV4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMQsL5VwosI https://youtu.be/9jXfLzux5QA https://youtu.be/MomSqUkG-C0 HINDIमाह के आरंभ में छात्रों को गुन्जन पाठ्य-पुस्तक के पाठ – आठ अभिमन्यु के लेखक का संक्षिप्त परिचय देते हुए पाठ की व्याख्या कराई गई | पाठ की संपूर्ण व्याख्या कराने के पश्चात पाठ के कठिन शब्द , शब्दार्थ और उसकी प्रश्नोत्तरी कराई गई | पाठ को कराने का मुख्य उद्देश्य छात्रों को भारत के पड़ोसी देशों के बारें में जानकारी प्रदान करना , महाभारत के युद्ध में अभिमन्यु –युद्ध का महत्त्व , सन १९७१ की भारत –पाकिस्तान युद्ध की घटना से अवगत कराना और कुशल नेतृत्व के लिए आवश्यक गुणों से परिचित कराना है | पाठ कराने के पश्चात सतत विकास लक्ष्य – १७ लक्ष्य हेतु भागीदारी से एकीकृत करते हुए पाठ से संबंधित कराई गई | व्याकरण संबोध से वाक्य- विचार पाठ कराया गया , जिससे छात्र अर्थ के आधार पर वाक्य – भेद से अवगत हुए | रचनात्मक लेखन संवाद – लेखन का प्रारूप स्पष्ट किया गया | छात्रों को मौखिक और लिखित रूप से संवाद – लेखन का अभ्यास कराया गया | सतत विकास लक्ष्य – १३ जलवायु कार्यवाई से एकीकृत करते हुए संवाद – लेखन का लिखित अभ्यास कराया गया | FRENCHThe lessons began with the topic of opinion, agreement/disagreement. The students were introduced to express frequency, the formation and usage of superlatives and making sentences with them. To enhance their understanding, more exercises were done from the textbook and workbook. They were made to write a slogan expressing one’s views on how to save the environment and show its consequences with the help of a drawing, as part of the SDG activity. SPANISHThe month began with a video on ‘Regular Verbs’ followed by online activities. The students took turns to answer the exercises to revise the topic. Conjugation of irregular verbs was also done in class. To revise Reflexive Verbs, the students enjoyed a video song at the rhythm of Cuban Salsa and recalled the most used reflexive verbs related to the daily routine. A video on SDG 3- Good Health and Well Being was shown in class followed by a discussion. To end the year in a happy mood the students prepared a tree/hearth representation filled with positive Spanish words and shared them in class. Video and activities on regular verbs https://www.profedeele.es/actividad/gramatica/presente-regular/ Video on Irregular verbs in Spanish https://study.com/academy/lesson/irregular-present-tense-verbs-in-spanish.html Video song with the explanation of Reflexive verbs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-L-lSzDeZw8 Video presentation https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/unai-quiz-sdg-3-good-health-and-wellbeing-quiz-0 GERMANAfter a quick recap of all the topics covered in Module 6 Lektion 2 (Hast du Lust ins Kino zugehen?) the students were introduced to Module 6 Lektion 3 (Ordnung muss sein!). Topics such as ‘Verbs of Placement and Position’ along with Akkusative and Dative cases were done during lessons. The chapter will be continued in January when the students will be writing a mail about their room with the help of a song- ‘Wie sieht den Dein Zimmer Aus’. SANSKRIT"साहित्य – सुधा” नामक कव्यपाठ के माध्यम से संस्कृत शिक्षण और उपयोगिता के विषय में जानकारी प्रदान की । अंतर्विषयक – नीतिशास्त्र से समायोजित कर संस्कृत शिक्षण और उपयोगिता पर विचार विमर्श किया गया है ।“साहित्य – सुधा” नामक पाठ पदपरिचयात्मक तालिका के माध्यम से स्पष्ट कराते हुए अनुवाद रूपांतरण सिखाया गया । पद्यांशावबोधन और वाक्यरचना अभ्यास द्वारा संस्कृत संभाषण का सामूहिक अभ्यास ज्ञानवर्धक रहा । प्रश्ननिर्माण, वचनपरिवर्तन, प्रकृति और प्रत्यय द्वारा स्पष्टीकरण , द्वितीय इकाई परीक्षा का अभ्यास आदि कार्य उत्साहपूर्वक किया । व्याकरण – धातुरूपाणि - लोट्लकार , विधिलिंग लकार आदि धातुरूपाधारित लकारपरिवर्तन शब्दरूप – इकारांत – ईकारांत –आदि शब्दरूपों को प्रत्ययचिह्नों सहित तालिका द्वारा अर्थ सहित कंठस्थ कराकर अनुप्रयोगात्मक अभ्यास किया । कक्षा प्रश्नोत्तरी और चित्रवर्णन द्वारा स्पष्टीकरण कराया गया । PHYSICAL EDUCATIONStudents practiced:
Students ran looking at the video and moved accordingly. This helped in improving footwork, agility, gross motor skills, and neuromuscular coordination INDIAN DANCEIn their Indian Dance lessons, the students learnt: NAVRAS-“Nine emotions of dance” Dance form: Classical Kathak YouTube link: https://youtu.be/sSdMUaF3-18 https://youtu.be/BMwy2DmOrSU यथोहस्ततथोदृष्टि (Yatho Hasta thatho Drishti) Wherever your hands go, your eyes will follow, यथोदृष्टितथोमनः (Yatho Drishti thatho Manah) Wherever your eyes go, your mind will follow, यथोमनःतथोभाव (Yatho Manah thatho Bhaava) Wherever your mind goes, there will be expression of inner feeling, यथोभावतथोरस (Yatho Bhaava thatho Rasa) Where there is expression shown, there will be sentiment evoked. Nava means "Nine" and Rasa is often translated as "mood", "emotion", "expression" or "sentiment". The Navarasa, in the scriptures refer to the nine expressions that humans often show. These are love (shringaara), laughter (haasya), kind-heartedness or compassion (karuna), anger (roudra), courage (veera), fear (bhayaanaka), disgust (veebhatsya), wonder or surprise (adbhutha) and peace or tranquility (shaanta). WESTERN DANCEIn their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt:
Song : ‘Jingle Bells’ instrumental Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5uIahQw9sw DRAMAForms of Acting: 5 W’S and Role Play Application of their learning:
INDIAN MUSICदिसंबर माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: शुद्ध स्वर अलंकार राग,गीत -प्रभु जी प्रार्थना प्रादेशिक गीत 'मन लगो मेरो' प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा, ऑडियो ट्रैक गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक, प्रतियोगिता में प्रस्तुति के महत्वपूर्ण बिंदु सन्दर्भ वीडियो लिंक: https://youtu.be/CB2TCCowHpA https://youtu.be/WZRRY9awPPw WESTERN MUSICIn the month of December, the students learnt: Vocal warm-up exercises Song learnt: Christmas Carol “O come all ye faithful” and practiced with harmony Instruments: Students learnt about the scale in vocal music Techniques: Students learnt how to sing in dynamics and implementation in vocal music VISUAL ARTIn the month of December, in their Visual Art lessons, students learnt: Week 1: 2 point perspective- street composition
Week 4: Christmas composition- Being grateful for this beautiful life- Imagination & Visualization
Art Technique : Free hand, colouring, outlining Art tools : Pencil, sketch pen, crayons, oil pastels, acrylic colour SDG : Affordable & Clean Energy, Responsible Consumption & Production, Good Health & Well Being LIFE SKILLS“Buddha was once asked, ‘What have you gained from meditation?’ He replied, “Nothing! However, let me tell you what I lost- anger, anxiety, depression, insecurity and the fear of old age and death.” Considering the current scenario of stress, sadness and lack of social groups, this month students were made to understand “the power of smile, art of meditation and significance of simplicity”. Learning outcomes were: a smile makes us more attractive, a smile is contagious, smiles build better and faster relations and simplicity is always a virtue! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6agY0okQiAg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0-VmFNXmwI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSL9WJHBy3w G.K. QUIZ “Questions are the engines of intellect, the cerebral machines which convert energy to motion, and curiosity to controlled enquiry.”
-David Hackett Fischer Suncity School- 37 D organized the second edition of Inter-House GK Quiz Competition on the virtual platform in sync with Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsava. The theme of the quiz was My India, My Pride.The event aimed at enabling students to value, respect and know more about the rich heritage of our country. After the screening round, students were selected to represent their house in two categories: grades III-V and grades VI-IX. The rounds ranged from picking clues, audio –visuals and connecting the clues. The event concluded with the encouraging words of the principal Ms. Guneet Ohri. She motivated students to explore more about our country’s rich cultural heritage and value the contribution of our freedom fighters. Pacific House emerged as the winner in Grades III-V category and Arctic House won in Grades VI-IX category. “Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.” - Maya Angelou Nurturing November has been a month of celebrations and happiness all around. It was a time of festivities and celebrations. November has been another month of learning new concepts with the maximum participation in different activities which not only honed the skills of the students but also gave them a platform to showcase their talent. The universal theme ‘I am tolerant’ proved to be a big support for the young minds with the help of which the value of being tolerant and contented was inculcated well. The students happily narrated their personal experiences during the discussion time in the morning assembly sessions pondering over the idea of tolerance from different perspectives and understanding. They could understand the value of showing consideration and regard for others. They shared their happiness by contributing beautifully to the project ‘Spreading Smiles’ where they thought selflessly about everyone and tried to make an effort to add happiness to others’ lives too. The universal value could be easily related to the virtues like team spirit and sportsmanship as we enthusiastically took part in the Suncity Run 2.0 with great zeal and the zest. The proud Suncitizens displayed their ardour and passion by celebrating Diwali on the virtual platform integrating all five languages while sharing the significance of the festival. The beautifully integrated ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ activity as a tribute to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose with a talk followed by singing the song ‘Kadam Kadam Badhaye Ja’. The students commenced their morning assemblies every day with beautiful thoughts and enriching words. They enjoyed reading the NIE with a focus on current affairs and interesting articles. MATHEMATICSAlgebraic Expressions : Art integration activity for addition and subtraction of algebraic expressions During the subject integration week, students showcased their art skills in mathematics and made cut-outs of the following : 1. Squares of 1*1 m from a red and a green sheet 2. Rectangles of X*1 ( x can be any measure of their choice) from red and green sheets 3. Squares of sides x*x ( x can be any measure of their choice) from red and green sheets These cut-outs were used to represent any quadratic polynomial and ind out the addition/subtraction of algebraic expressions. A list of materials required was shared with student along with a video link 1. A scissor 2. Three red and three green-coloured A4 sheets Skills used: Creativity Analytical Skills Factorisation:- “Prior knowledge has long been considered the most important factor influencing learning and student achievement. The amount and quality of prior knowledge positively influence both knowledge acquisition and the capacity to apply higher-order cognitive problem-solving skills.” To recapitulate the concepts of factorisation, students were given several numeric numbers from algebra. In continuation with algebraic expressions and factorisation, students understood different methods of factorisation of algebraic expressions using:
SCIENCEPhysics: LEARNING BY DOING & EXPERIMENTATION Natural Phenomenon:- With the help of video and explanation, students understood the concept of lightning and its formation due to the accumulation of charges. Also, students discussed thunderstorms and their causes. They demonstrated their learning through PowerPoint presentations on the same which included:
The concept of earthquakes, their formation and their causes were integrated with Social Science. The Geography educator Mrs Preeti Soni was invited as a guest speaker. In addition, students listed the harmful effects of earthquakes and the safety measures to be followed when indoor and outdoor. Chemistry: Metals and Non-Metals The topic of Metals and Non-Metals was continued this month. Students learnt about their chemical properties and reaction with oxygen & water. They watched video tutorials followed by a discussion and a Q & A round. The reactivity series of metals was introduced to them in the form of mnemonics which they enjoyed as they learnt the names of metals easily. A peer-teaching activity was also designed where he topic reactivity Series was taken up and the same was followed by a discussions of the review questions to check their understanding. In the end, the properties of metals and non-metals were recapitulated with the help of a quiz. Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksDG7Tq5pns https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/609e0248bf068c001b9bc867/chemical-properties-of-metals-and-non-metals Biology: Cell structure and function Reproduction in organisms The chapter ‘Cell’ was continued this month. The students learnt about prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells through ppts and videos. In the next chapter i.e. ‘Reproduction in Organisms’ students shared their knowledge about reproduction and learnt that it can be both internal and external. They learnt about human male and female reproductive organs. With the help of diagrams and videos, the students acquired knowledge about the fertilization process and the various stages of the development of the embryo. They also learnt about external fertilisation and development in some animals. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EvnCzOpy2o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tH1SJpg0DU8 SOCIAL SCIENCEHistory: “Our nation is like a tree of which the original trunk is Swarajya and its branches are Swadeshi and boycott.” -Bal Gangadhar Tilak November is the month that reminds us to be thankful for the festive season that uplifts our mood and brings new energy in our lives. The month started with a new topic ‘The Indian National Movement and Independence’ where students shared their views on nationalism. Important facts about the ‘Indian National Flag’ were shared with them in the Class Notebook. They recalled all the probable socio-economic and political causes which led to the emergence of nationalist feelings among the masses. A padlet link was shared where students wrote catchy slogans. Students gained knowledge about the formation of the Indian National Congress with the help of a PPT. They compared and contrasted two different wings of the congress – Moderates and Radicals in the Collaboration Space of Class Notebook. Taking learning further to an experiential mode, Partition of Bengal was explained with the help of a map reading activity. A short video on two ways of protest- Swadeshi and Boycott was shown through which the students analysed their impact on the Indian National Movement. A group discussion was held where students exhibited their learning and described how swadeshi and boycott movements can be relevant as the biggest weapons in a present-day democracy. Link: https://www.adda247.com/school/partition-of-bengal-in-1905/ https://youtu.be/GQn7SC4a_W4 Geography: Agricultural Practices The topic ‘Agriculture’ was introduced to students as the primary and oldest activity practised by mankind while connecting with SDG 2- Zero Hunger. Based on their previous knowledge, students shared different factors that affect agriculture. Students gained knowledge about types of farming- ‘Subsistence and Commercial Farming’. They also learnt the types with examples. While sharing their views about commercial farming they also learnt about extensive grain farming, mixed farming, dairy farming, market gardening, horticulture, and plantation farming with examples. Different images related to each type of farming were shown to them. Students were very excited about the chapter as the topic was integrated with the science lessons and they already came with prior knowledge. Civics: The Police and the Courts Role of the police was introduced to students as that official group of people who are employed by the state to prevent crime and maintain public order. Students gained knowledge about the process of investigation of a crime like filing an FIR the role of the public prosecutor, judge, and a fair trial. Students also asked questions and cleared their doubts. Students enthusiastically prepared, participated, and presented a skit on filing an FIR and then the role of police in preparing and filing a charge sheet. They were divided into different groups to complete their task. ICT"The only way to learn a new programming language is by writing programs in it." During the process of learning ‘Python’, the students learnt advanced coding using iterative statements in Python. They learnt the different loops like for Loop, While Loop, Infinite Loop and Loop Else. They understood that when they have to repeat one or more statements then repetition can be carried out using Loop in programming. They did programs based on a loop to ensure the implication of the loop during practical sessions. ENGLISH“The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice.” -Brian Herbert The learners continued to Deepen their knowledge of the concept of ‘Active and Passive Voice’ with an interactive session where the way a sentence can be spoken in two different ways was observed by the students. The learners found it more It interactive nad grasped the concept well grabbed the concept well. Keeping Bloom’s taxonomy in mind, they were able to identify the same in their day to day conversations and show its application too. All the uses of – “ be, being and been” and rules to follow while changing a sentence from active to passive, special rules for interrogative and negative sentences were discussed with the help of a presentation followed by the discussion of textbook exercises. The students were given an enrichment exercise for extra practice. “All that glitters is not gold.” -William Shakespeare The students enjoyed the above theme while reading an act from Shakespeare’s ‘Merchant of Venice’. They also improved their Comprehension & Writing Skills by attempting the question answers in the notebooks. The emphasis was on understanding Reference to Context questions. “Superstition is the religion of feeble minds.”
The students were introduced to Article Writing and discussed how an article is different from a regular paragraph. They discussed the format together. The hints were given and they were guided on how to elaborate on them. The handout for the same was also shared. Students attempted to write on a topic after referring to an exemplar. They had to read an article from the local newspaper or NIE and share it during the next lesson. Video links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMQEBwGJO5s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoPmc0syzA HINDIदीवाली अवकाश के बाद छात्रों को इकाई परीक्षा -२ का अभ्यास कराया गया | इकाई परीक्षा के प्रत्येक विषय की मौखिक और लिखित परीक्षा ली गई | इकाई परीक्षा पूर्ण होने के बाद छात्रों को गुंजन पाठ्य – पुस्तक का पाठ ‘ अनोखा बदला ‘ कराया गया | पाठ को कराने का मुख्य उद्देश्य छात्रों को हॉकी सम्राट ध्यानचंद के जीवन से परिचित कराना है | वे हॉकी के क्षेत्र में कैसे आए और उनका इस खेल की ओर रुझान कैसे हुआ , इन सब बातों से परिचित कराना है | पाठ के माध्यम से छात्रों को सादगी , कर्त्तव्यनिष्ठा , अपने देश के प्रति सम्मान , बड़ों का आदर करना , कोई बुरा करे तो भी उसके साथ अच्छा करना इन सब बातों का परिचय देना है | पाठ पूरा कराने के पश्चात पाठ का अभ्यास कराया गया | इसके अतिरिक्त नैतिक मूल्यों के प्रश्नों को भी कराया गया | हॉकी सम्राट ध्यानचंद का चित्र A/४ आकार के प्रपत्र पर लगाकर उनके जीवन के बारें में लिखना और वर्तमान हॉकी टीम का सचित्र वर्णन करके छात्रों ने गतिविधि को पूरा किया | संवाद – लेखन का प्रारूप कराने के पश्चात छात्रों को मौखिक रूप से और लिखित रूप से इसका अभ्यास कराया गया | पाठ से संबंधित संवाद – लेखन कराया गया | गया | व्याकरणिक विषय अव्यय / अविकारी शब्दों की परिभाषा दी गई | उनके उदाहरणों को स्पष्ट करते हुए इसके भेदों से परिचित कराया गया | दीवाली के अवसर पर और उसके बाद फैले प्रदूषण और पराली के जलने से होने वाले प्रदूषण से होने वाली समस्याएँ और उनके निवारण से संबंधित पत्र विदेश में रहने वाले मित्र को लिखने को दिया गया | सतत विकास लक्ष्य -२ शून्य भुखमरी से एकीकृत करते हुए छात्रों को निर्धन और असहाय लोगों की सहायता करने को कहा गया और अपने अनुभवों को अनुच्छेद द्वारा व्यक्त करने के लिए दिया गया | FRENCHThe main goal of the month was to make the students more comfortable reading the language with ease, so more lesson reading was included during the online classes. They were introduced to different seasons of Europe. ‘Direct Object Pronouns’ were done in detail with the help of worksheet and workbook pages. Students were also introduced to the expression of feelings, where they learnt to express their disappointment/delighted expressions. To enhance their understanding, more exercises were done from the textbook. https://youtu.be/F4pUS8kiJZ SPANISHThis month started with a Quiz on Edpuzzle on the topic ‘Preterite Tense’. To reinforce the concept the students revisited the chapter “¿Qué tal el fin de semana?” having the opportunity to practice reading describing events in the past tense. A revision of verbs “Ser” and “Estar” was done with a short recap of the acronyms ‘DOCTOR’ for “Ser” and place for “Estar” along with the conjugation of the verbs in the Present tense. The use of “Hay” ‘here is and there are,’ and how to differentiate with the verb “Estar” was discussed with a worksheet. A video on SDG 7- Affordable and Clean Energy was presented in class followed by a discussion. Quiz on Edpuzzle on the topic ‘Preterite’: https://edpuzzle.com/media/6176cc1781d41541a307ca1c Live quiz : https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5ea7a5e7927a89001c6f304e/ser-vs-estar Video presentation followed by discussion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71PmhTk9lN8 GERMANAfter the completion of Module 6 Lektion 1, the students delved deeper into the next chapter of the term, Module 6 Lektion 2. With the onset of this chapter, they had a better understanding of ‘German Prepositions- dative, accusative and Wechsel’. A presentation on the same topic was shared with them as resource material. They learnt about various places in a state, directions in the language and could differentiate between two important interrogative pronouns- Wo? and Wohin?. Woven in with SDG Sustainable Cities and Communities, the students learnt about various important cities in Germany and marked them on the map of Germany. SANSKRITगत माह में अपूर्ण पाठ “मातृ-पितृभक्त:श्रवणकुमार:’’के माध्यम से चित्रकथा का वर्णन करते हुए भाषिककार्य सहित गद्यांशावबोधन का अनुप्रयोगात्मक अभ्यास पूर्ण कराया गया । गद्यांशावबोधन और वाक्यरचना द्वारा संस्कृत संभाषण का सा अभ्यास और सर्वनामशब्दरूप -अस्मद् ,युष्मद् और शब्दरूप – इकारांत – मुनि ,कवि शब्दरूपों ,युष्मद् और शब्दरूप – इकारांत – मुनि ,कवि शब्दरूपों को प्रत्ययचिह्न तालिका द्वारा अभ्यास सहित कंठस्थ कराया गया । संधि: - दीर्घसंधि:-गुणसंधि: , धातुरूप –विधिलिङ्ग लकार का तालिका द्वारा अर्थ सहित कंठस्थ कराकर अनुप्रयोग कराया गया । मत्स्य मानचित्र के माध्यम से संधि:दीर्घसंधि:गुणसंधि: , धातुरूप विधिलिङ्ग लकार का लिखित अभ्यास कराया गया। परियोजनात्मक शिक्षण (Project base learning) के रूप में दृश्य श्रव्य सामाग्री के अन्तर्गत मातृ-पितृभक्त- श्रवणकुमार के जीवन के आदर्श प्राप्त कर नैतिक शिक्षा का महत्व और आवश्यकता पर विचार विमर्श किया गया है। सतत विकास के लक्ष्य -३’उत्तम शिक्षा और खुशहाली’ से सबंधित चित्रकथा वर्णन करना छात्रों ने सीखा । PHYSICAL EDUCATION Warm-up exercises:
Flexibility exercises:
Students practiced:
INDIAN DANCEIn their Indian Dance lessons, the students learnt:
Dance form: Semi-Classical/ classical Song: Gajanana Gajanana and Teen taal YouTube link: https://youtu.be/KJF8t-BWVRM https://youtu.be/VGYvMd-w6es Students enjoyed learning a beautiful devotional Semi-classical Ganesh Vandana and Teen-taal, which is essential for better understanding of the rhythm for Kathak dance. WESTREN DANCEIn their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt:
Dance form: Jazz Song : Step on up Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPy4i02J6JMIn their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt: · Jazz dance movements on a song Dance form: Jazz Song : Step on up Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPy4i02J6JM DRAMAForms of Acting: Nukkad Natak (Street Play) Application of their learning:
INDIAN MUSICनवंबर माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: शुद्ध स्वर अलंकार। राग,गीत - यमन आरोह अवरोह बंदिश,प्रादेशिक गीत 'मन लगो मेरो' । प्रयोग हुए वाद्य:तानपूरा,ऑडियो ट्रैक। गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक, प्रतियोगिता में प्रस्तुति के महत्वपूर्ण बिंदु। सन्दर्भ वीडियो लिंक: https://youtu.be/vAzW1c--LqYhttps://youtu.be/UoymDZjTuC8 https://youtu.be/73j7ctqxJkA WESTREN MUSICIn their Western Music lessons, the students learnt: Vocal warm-up exercises Song learnt: ‘You raise me up’ by Josh Graham 1st part with guitar Instruments: C major scale Techniques: Vibrato and implementation in vocal singing (Vocal scaling) VISUAL ARTIn their Visual Art lessons, students learnt : Gr V1 – VIII Modes of transport- Designing a future mode of transport which uses renewable source of energy. Cool colour composition Painting Technique – How to use the colour medium Composition : Creative & freehand Art Technique : Free hand, colouring, outlining Art tools : Pencil, sketch pen, crayons, oil pastels, acrylic colour SDG : Affordable & Clean Energy, Responsible Consumption & Production (integrated with designing a future mode of transport which uses renewable and clean energy fuel in place of non-renewable fuel) LIFE SKILS“Ask yourself if what you are doing today is getting you closer to where you want to be tomorrow”. In continuation with last month’s topic, students were introduced to the concept of Studying Abroad. Students learnt in-depth understanding of studying abroad, pros and cons of studying abroad, essentials of studying abroad, the process plan, identifying the destination to fulfil their dreams and getting ready for future.
INTRODUCTION“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” - Helen Keller Optimistic October has been a month of hope and new achievements. With the arrival of this month, we have been able to commence the classes on a hybrid model. The exciting stepping in of our zealous students on campus witnessed them beaming with excitement and happiness. The core value of the month ‘I Am Peace’ was discussed well during the QCT lessons in which students could understand the concept and its importance by watching videos on the theme. The students shared their views about peace within and everywhere. The festive season of Dussehra and Diwali was enjoyed in the special assemblies and several cultural performances were put up by our talented Suncitizens. The significance of the festivals was conveyed well. The students commenced their morning assemblies every day with beautiful thoughts and enriching words. They enjoyed reading the NIE and sharing numerous facts and regular updates about vaccination SPECIAL ASSEMBLY“Celebrate the victory of the forces of good over evil.” Dussehra, also called Vijayadashmi (or Bijoya in Bengal), is the culmination of the nine-day Navaratri celebrations. It is a festival that marks the killing of Raavan, his son Meghanath and brother Kumbhakarn, by Lord Ram. It is seen as the victory of good over evil. A special assembly was conducted by the students of Grade VI A on 6th October 2021. The assembly started with a Ram Stuti, beautifully sung by Vritika Sarkar. The students presented a short enactment of Ramayana in a beautiful drama form. They were dressed up as the characters of the great epic. This was followed by the ‘Devi Stuti’, a traditional Kathak dance presentation by Sunaina Yadav. The students also highlighted the importance of the festival in today’s world and reinforced the message of the triumph of good over evil. The school Principal, Ms Guneet Ohri appreciated the effort of the students and emphasized that this day is considered not only the victory of Ram but also the victory of mankind. Summing up, the event was a learning experience for all about our rich Indian culture and values. MATHEMATICSExponents and Powers:- “Prior knowledge has long been considered the most important factor influencing learning and student achievement. The amount and quality of prior knowledge positively influence both knowledge acquisition and the capacity to apply higher-order cognitive problem-solving skills.” To generate curiosity and check on prior knowledge of the concept, students solved some mixed type of problems based on exponents and powers and then they listed various laws of exponents and power. After learning these laws, students explored the use of these laws in real life by describing very large and very small numbers in standard notations for example:
In addition, students also practice mental math problems based on the related concept. Algebraic Expressions: - To start with, some algebraic expressions were displayed on the board to check their prior knowledge [remembering skills] about the concept and it was an “aha” moment to see that students knew the basics of expressions. They were able to list the components of expressions: “terms, coefficients and constants” and were able to differentiate between types of polynomials based on the number of terms and their degrees. In addition, students operated the algebraic expressions under addition, subtraction and multiplication under many different combinations like:
Using the concept of multiplication of polynomials, students derived below identities themselves and understood the application of identities. SCIENCEPhysics: LEARNING BY DOING & EXPERIMENTATION Natural Phenomenon: - Based on observations, students explained the charges and their properties using the following activities and also concluded that “Repulsion is the surest test of electrification”.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aB6TyhaSsQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5UJIPTTiac https://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/balloons-and-static-electricity/latest/balloons-and-static-electricity_en.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqwm36hj46Q https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mL6Zb2pO9CA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6OAbntqxyM For progress check https://www.physicsclassroom.com/Physics-Interactives/Static-Electricity/Name-That-Charge/Name-That-Charge-Interactive https://www.physicsclassroom.com/Physics-Interactives/Static-Electricity/Charging/Charging-Interactive Chemistry: The learners were introduced to a new topic, Metals and Non-Metals through the prior knowledge check via MS Forms. They were connected to real-life examples like a school bell, utensils, wires to recall the uses of metals and non-metals in our daily lives. They learnt the different physical properties of metals and non-metals through Hands-on Activity. They brought various materials like chalk, aluminum foil, iron nails, copper wire, lead pencil, hammer to observe different properties of metals like malleability, ductility, hardness, density, luster, sonority. They struck the hammer on the utensils, iron nails and chalk to understand the sonority property of metals. They recorded their observations in the observation table as: They also learnt the conductivity property of metals and non-metals by connecting the various materials like an iron nail, rubber, pencil lead aluminum foil with copper wires, bulb and battery. They all recorded their observations in the observation table. They researched the locations of the deposits of iron, aluminium and zinc in India and marked these locations in an outline map of India [integrated with Geography]. Online assessments were also conducted as a part of the learning process to enhance student motivation and to track the progress of the students. The assessments held helped to augment students’ engagement and ensured continuous improvement by providing relevant information about students’ comprehension throughout the learning process. A mid review assessment through MS form Quiz was also designed at the middle of the chapter to track their progress. Links: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=YvlUmu4VSEinRHZ-zb0eGY7USCjb5z1IsvRgjR2_gONUM083NvkyRkw1SjJCSlpBM1hYTFQwU1dHRC4u https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=YvlUmu4VSEinRHZ-zb0eGY7USCjb5z1IsvRgjR2_gONUM1YyUkExRjRPUjVKSFpJTzNVU0lRN1c4VS4u Biology: Cell structure and function The VIIIth graders learnt in this chapter about the importance of cells in any organism. They understood that how cells come together and form an individual. With the help of diagrams and videos, they were able to observe the different plant and animal cells. They learnt about the various cell organelles and their function and that the cells can be as small as the size of a micron to as big as an Ostrich’s egg. SOCIAL SCIENCEHistory: On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, a Virtual Tour of the Eternal Gandhi museum was conducted where children came to know about the various facets of Mahatma Gandhi’s life and his message of peace (Shanti), truth (Satya) and ahimsa (non-violence). With the help of a padlet link, children expressed Gandhi’s view on gender equality (SDG 5). Children shared their opinions on the conditions of women prevailing in the 18th century and compared their status with modern times. With the help of a PPT, children were explained about the efforts taken by some reformers and the British government to bring a change in their lives. Map reading activity was done in the class where children marked the places with which various reformers led their movement. A comparative table on the Class Notebook was shared to [WU1] explain the contribution of reformers of North India, South India, East India and West India. As a part of the CBSE Activity, children celebrated the ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ by writing a paragraph on two places associated with the freedom struggle. Link: https://egmh.org/virtual-tour/ [WU1]Which topic was taken up – no mention Civics: Judiciary With the help of a PPT students discussed the functions of the Judiciary. They also gained knowledge about the structures of courts in India like the Supreme Court. Students asked and shared their views about the functioning of the High court and Subordinate courts as well and clarified their doubts. To get more clarity about how courts function: a case study was discussed with students. They described and gave examples for independent and impartial judiciary. Sharing views and gaining knowledge about the functioning of the Judiciary increased their confidence in our judicial system. Young people are the future of the world. Since the UN works to make the world a better place, students were given a chance to replicate the Model United Nations General Assembly. Each student was assigned a country and the topic was given to them. They researched about the progress towards SDG 16:- Peace Justice and Strong Institutions by the country, collected information about the challenges faced by the country or gathered information about governmental and nongovernmental organizations working towards achieving the goal. Students followed all the guidelines and procedures of the General assembly like showing the name card of the countries to ask a question, calling each other “Delegate of…….” .They thoroughly enjoyed the session and understood the importance of the United Nations. ICTPython is easy to learn. Python has a simple syntax that makes it suitable for learning programming as a first language. During the process of learning Python, the students learnt advanced coding in Python using Operators, Algorithm, Flowchart, and conditional statements in Python. During the process of learning Python, the students learnt about the installation process, features, working modes, and data types of the Python language. They realised that any task they perform in their daily routine consists of three steps – Input, Processing, and Output. This chapter is helping them to perform all these operations with the help of Python programs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_Eds34UVCs ENGLISH“The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice.” - Brain Herbert The learners recapitulated the “Types of tenses” with the help of a ppt. Keeping in mind Bloom’s taxonomy, they were able to APPLY the use of tenses and IDENTIFY them in their day to day conversation. All the sub-topics like usage of perfect tenses, the correct form of verbs, use of for and since, sequence of tenses, tenses in conditionals, were discussed followed by the discussion of textbook exercises. They were given a quiz to attempt as a reflection activity on Quizziz.com which was thoroughly enjoyed with a healthy spirit of competition. A handout for the same was also provided to help them with notes making. The students were guided about the comparison of the three tenses with the help of a table of tenses. Textbook exercises were discussed with the active participation of the students. The students were given an enrichment exercise for extra practice. “Think twice before deciding because once opportunities are lost, they ‘re lost forever.” The students enjoyed the poem ‘The louse and the mosquito’ by learning that one should not trust anyone blindly and we should think before taking any decision. The students were able to attempt the exercises and write the answers and summary of the poem independently after a discussion in the class. “A book is a gift you can open again and again.” –Garrison Keillor The students were assigned a reading task from the supplementary reader –Malgudi Days. They were briefed about the chapter- ‘Leela’s Friend’ based on which they had to write a pen picture of the boy named Siddha. The students were able to analyse the character traits and emotions like love, care and action according to the need of the hour. They were able, to sum up, their views and comments about the character. The students analysed the important points of writing a letter to the editor and practiced the same. In sync with SDG 15- Climate in action, the students built on their knowledge of Letter Writing. They started with watching a ppt about the elements and the format and attempted to write based on hints provided to them. Video links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TrE6VdtgLE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9GlEYf8_5I https://youtu.be/lHn5sWaLjIc https://quizizz.com/join?gc=01200638 HINDIमाह के आरंभ में छात्रों को गाँधी जयंती और लाल बहादुर शास्त्री जयंती के बारें में बताया गया |आज़ादी का अमृत महोत्सव से एकीकृत करते हुए छात्रों को आज़ादी के आंदोलन में महत्त्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाने वाले क्रांतिकारियों और उनके जन्म स्थानों के बारें में जानकारी एकत्रित करते हुए कक्षा में सबके साथ साझा करने को कहा गया | गुंजन पाठ्य – पुस्तक के पाठ – धरती का सुरक्षा कवच का मौखिक वाचन कराते हुए उसके शब्दार्थ कराए गए | पाठ की संपूर्ण व्याख्या कराई गई और उसके प्रश्नोत्तर पर चर्चा की गई | भूगोल विषय से एकीकृत करते हुए धरती की सभी परतों के बारें में जानकारी दी गई और उन परतों की हमारी धरती से ऊँचाई कितनी हैं , उसके बारें में बताया गया | सतत विकास लक्ष्य – १५ थलीय जीवों की सुरक्षा से एकीकृत करते हुए उन्हें धरती पर रहने वाले जीवों के बारें में जानकारी एकत्रित करके कक्षा में सबके साथ साझा किया गया | पाठ को कराने का मुख्य उद्देश्य छात्रों को पृथ्वी की विभिन्न परतों और ओज़ोन परत के बारें में जानकारी देना है | गुंजन पाठ्य – पुस्तक की कविता – मेरा नया बचपन का सस्वर वाचन कराते हुए कविता के कठिन शब्द , शब्दार्थ और प्रश्नोत्तर कराए गए | कविता को कराने का मुख्य उद्देश्य छात्रों को अपने बचपन की यादों और उसकी सरलता , सादगी के बारें में अवगत कराना है | मनुष्य के जीवन में से अगर एक बार बचपन का समय चला जाए तो वह दुबारा नहीं आता | इसके पश्चात छात्रों को अपने बचपन की कोई एक ऐसी बात , जिसे आप भूल न पाए हो , उसके बारें में लिखने को कहा गया | छात्रों ने इस गतिविधि को बहुत ही उत्साह से पूरा किया , किसी ने अपने बचपन के खिलौने , किसी ने अपनी किसी पोशाक , किसी ने तकिया के बारें में बताया | व्याकरण के विषय – उपसर्ग और प्रत्यय की संपूर्ण व्याख्या देते हुए उसके भेदों की विस्तृत जानकारी दी गई | रचनात्मक – लेखन के विषय – अनौपचारिक पत्र – लेखन का मौखिक और लिखित अभ्यास कराया गया | FRENCHIn October, our goal was to make the children adapt/prioritize the language with newer concepts. They were introduced to the topic- To recognize words used in the local news and to narrate an incident on one’s own, using past tense [with être]. The new concept of grammar: Direct object pronouns was introduced with examples. Children solved the worksheet related to the topic [short story]. To enhance the topic, more exercises were done from the textbook. SPANISHThe month of October began with an online quiz to recap the verbs “Gustar-to like” and “Encantar-to love.” A video on “La Tomatina” was presented to recap the description of an event in the present tense. The students had the opportunity to recap regular and irregular verbs in Preterite tense with the chapter: ¿Qué hiciste el sábado? A video on SDG 12-Responsible consumption and production was presented in class followed by a discussion. Link for the Quiz: https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5e42e4f94fc49e001b1018eb/gustar-and-verbs-like-gustar Video on La Tomatina festival: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1mhNddn83M Video on Responsible consumption and production followed y discussion https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/sdgsinacademia-goal-12 GERMANTerm II began with Module 6, Lektion 1(Wo ist Tina?) The topics like various prepositions(with dativ), where a person can buy different things, different parts of the city, reading a city plan were covered in detail. The students also learnt about indirect questions. They learnt to write an E-mail on My City, talking about a city, tourist places, the location of the city and the festivals celebrated in your country. A lot of new words, vocabulary was introduced with different prepositions like in front of, near, back in, at etc so that the students can tell about the location of a particular place. They enjoyed doing an activity in which they made a city plan for a sustainable city in Germany. SANSKRITविदेशेषु संस्कृत-शिक्षणम्” नामक पाठ पदपरिचयात्मक तालिका के माध्यम से स्पष्ट कराते हुए अनुवाद रूपांतरण सिखाया गया । गद्यांशावबोधन और वाक्यरचना अभ्यास द्वारा संस्कृत संभाषण का सामूहिक अभ्यास कराया गया । प्रश्ननिर्माण, वचनपरिवर्तन, प्रकृति और प्रत्यय द्वारा स्पष्टीकरण किया गया । धातुरूपाणि - लङ्लकार और विधिलिंगलकार को प्रत्ययचिह्नों सहित तालिका द्वारा अर्थ सहित कंठस्थ कराकर अनुप्रयोग कराया गया । कक्षा – परीक्षा के द्वारा छात्रों का मूल्यांकन किया गया । “मातृ-पितृभक्त: श्रवणकुमार:’’ के माध्यम से चित्रकथा और वृत्तचित्र वर्णन का परिचय प्राप्त किया। मातृ-पितृभक्त- श्रवणकुमार के जीवन के आदर्श प्राप्त कर नैतिक शिक्षा का महत्व और आवश्यकता पर विचार विमर्श किया गया है। सतत विकास के लक्ष्य -३’उत्तम शिक्षा और खुशहाली’ से सबंधित प्रश्नोत्तरी और श्लोकगायनपूर्वक प्रस्तुतीकरण करते हुए उत्साहपूर्वक अच्छा प्रदर्शन किया। परियोजनात्मक शिक्षण (Project base learning) के रूप में दृश्य श्रव्य सामाग्री के माध्यम से अव्यय- और सर्वनाम शब्दों की तालिका बनाकर सम्यक् वाक्य ज्ञान प्राप्त किया। जो अत्यंत प्रशंसनीय माना जाता है। PHYSICAL EDUCATIONStudents practised:
Students were introduced to Chess and learnt:
On-campus students learnt the following related to Squash: Appeal Foot fault Hot ball INDIAN DANCEIn their Indian Dance lessons, the students learnt: ‘Ganesh Vandana’ in Semi-classical style and Asamyukta hasta mudras Dance form: Semi-Classical Song: ‘Gajanana Gajanana’ YouTube link: https://youtu.be/KJF8t-BWVRM Students enjoyed learning a beautiful devotional Semi-classical choreography for the upcoming Deepawali festival. Navras- Veer and Sringaar WESTREN DANCE In their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt:
Dance form: Jazz Song : Step on up Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPy4i02J6JM DRAMAForm(s) of Acting: Mime Application of their learning:
INDIAN MUSICअक्टूबर माह में छात्र-छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: शुद्ध स्वर अलंकार राग- यमन आरोह अवरोह बंदिश प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा ,ऑडियो ट्रैक गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक, प्रतियोगिता में प्रस्तुति के महत्वपूर्ण बिंदु विशेष गतिविधी- चयनित छात्र छात्रों ने स्पिकमैके की एक कार्यशाला में भाग लिया तथा जानेमाने कलाकार पंडित भोलानाथ मिश्रा जी से शास्त्रीय संगीत की बारीकियों को सीखने व समझने का अवसर प्राप्त किया सन्दर्भ वीडियो लिंक: https://youtu.be/vAzW1c--LqYhttps://youtu.be/UoymDZjTuC8 WESTREN MUSICIn the month of October, the students learnt: Vocal warm-up exercises Song learn: ‘Heal the world’ by Michel Jackson 2nd part with guitar and recap session Instruments: Taught about the chord and the function Techniques: Learnt vibrato/ falsetto in vocal (Vocal scaling) VISUAL ARTIn the month of October, in their Visual Art lessons, students learnt: Week 1: Graphic representation of Mahatma Gandhi in a creative way. Week 2: Dussehra composition Week 3: Caricature of famous personalities (integrated with GK)/ Diwali composition Week 4: Poster making- Harmful effects of lightning/ safety measures (integrated with Physics). Composition: Creative & freehand Art Technique: Free hand, colouring, outlining Art tools: Pencil, Sketch pen, crayons, oil pastels, scale, compass/circular object LIFE SKILLSThis is an age when students have to think and organise their capabilities. Therefore, the learners were made aware about portfolio and college resume. A portfolio allows you a visual and tangible way to represent your credentials, skills and achievements. It paints a picture of one’s experiences, interests, goals and capabilities. Students understood that a career portfolio is an organized evidence of your work background and represents your readiness for going ahead. Also, students were given knowledge about a college resume, what to include in it and the importance of making a college resume. A sample resume helped students to know about it in depth.
No BLOG for the month of September on account of Half-yearly examination.
MATHEMATICSIntroduction to graphs:- Students were shown several graphical/pictorial representations of different types of data like speed-time relation, cost-number of objects, heights of students in different classes and many more to recap their understanding of how to extract the information from different representations. After the discussion and recapitulation, students were able to extract the information from the following types of representations:
Students were given some basic questions to revise the properties of quadrilaterals. On the virtual platform, students learnt the steps to construct the quadrilaterals when the following information is provided using MATHPAD ( AN ONLINE CONSTRUCTION TOOLBOX)
Link for Mathpad:- https://www.mathspad.co.uk/i2/construct.php Linear Equations in one variable:- Students were tested for their prior knowledge with the help of several types of linear equations in one variable. In addition, students practiced and understood to solve the equations when:
SCIENCEPhysics: LEARNING BY DOING & EXPERIMENTATION Sound : In continuation with an understanding of various properties of sound, students recorded their videos to show a hands-on activity on the formation of JAL-TARANG by using household items. They presented the relationship between all the properties of sound. In addition, with the help of several real-life examples, students understood the meaning of Echo and tried creating one. They pondered upon the necessary conditions to experience echo. After the discussion and debate on noise pollution, students presented their PowerPoint presentations on the same including the following points:
To check their previous knowledge, the students were given a list of substances to categorize them into conductors and insulators. To generate curiosity into students, they were enquired about the following:
Ø Progressing with the topic, live practical simulations helped students understand the meaning of conductors and insulators besides the meaning of “ tester “ and the working of a tester. http://www.physics-chemistry-interactive-flash-animation.com/electricity_electromagnetism_interactive/electric_conductors_insulators.htm
Chemistry: Taking the topic of ‘Coal and Petroleum’ further, the students learnt about the Destructive Distillation of Coal through Listening and Summarizing activities. A video on the same was shown to them wherein they noted their observations regarding the products obtained in the process. They were also assessed on the same by completing the worksheet in the class. Further, the topic “Extraction and Refining of Petroleum” was discussed with them with the help of an informative video. They also designed a poster [Art Integration]on the Conversation of Fossil Fuels and Energy Crisis depicting the limitations of burning fossil fuels and ways to conserve natural resources. They also displayed ways to prevent energy crises by the integration of SDG -7 [Affordable and Clean Energy] in their lesson. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fRjZhvC40E https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xic44djo9vd78mPohOmu-zIdjnwATluP5c4MWe1de6c/edit?usp=sharing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xM_84vBctzs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVi3h3BgsQY https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ela3XdHMK1X7OloYNuNceLU2QHFZThuJ9KQOP8vo4hQ/edit?usp=sharing Biology Microorganisms: Friends and Foes Conservation of Plants and Animals: The students continued with the learning of microorganisms in August. They conducted an experiment to experience and observed that how yeast(fungi) when feeds on sugars release carbon dioxide gas (which they collected in a balloon as a piece of evidence) and alcohol (them liquid with a bad odour left after few hours of action of yeast). They also learnt how other organisms can be carrier of the bad microorganisms and become a cause of different diseases. In the topic of preservation of food, students identified and also brought the various forms of preserved food in the classroom and discussed how the various methods of food preservation work in stopping the growth of microorganisms. The chapter “Conservation of Plants and Animals” started with an open-ended questions to the students to enable them to think and share the various things which are negatively impacting our biodiversity. They shared their thoughts making the session very engaging and concluded with the ways of its prevention. They were also shown a video on how the wolves in the Yellowstone National Park saved the biodiversity of that area. The students could relate the interdependence of each component of biodiversity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gc52l5ZcAJ0 SOCIAL SCIENCEHistory: The Revolt of 1857 The topic was introduced by showing a movie clip- “Mangal Pandey: The Rising” and students were probed to identify the person and his role in the First War of Independence. The clip helped them understand the immediate cause of the Sepoy Mutiny. Some more questions were asked based on the previous chapters to check their previous knowledge. They were easily able to find out the political, social and economic causes responsible for the revolt. They compiled their responses on the digital tool – Padlet. With the Map Reading Activity, students located the centers of the revolt. The storytelling method was used to explain the role of different leaders in the revolt and how it spread to other parts of India. Students shared the reasons for the failure of the Revolt in the Chatbox. They appreciated the combined efforts put forth by the great leaders for this revolt. Besides this, they celebrated Azadi ka Mahotsav-an initiative by CBSE through a poster making activity on two great freedom fighters. At the end of the chapter, a video was played to comprehend the whole topic effectively. The chapter was concluded with a live quiz on quizizz.com followed by a brainstorming worksheet. Links: https://youtu.be/il29hi7Jryk https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/6127b197819003001d5c11b5/revolt-of https://padlet.com/richaraj/aeth3fb1obyviygk https://youtu.be/AGJfOF4Zd9g Geography: Natural Vegetation and Wildlife A task was given to students to complete a table based on information related to different types of vegetation, the climatic conditions of the region and wildlife found there. They presented their learning with the help of different apps like PPT, sway and buncee while marking the same on a world map. They also researched the organizations which have been set up to conserve vegetation and wildlife. Civics: Secular Vision of the Indian Constitution Different Fundamental Rights and Duties were discussed with students. They shared their opinion about the same and cleared their doubts as well. A video was also shown to them. A worksheet has been shared with students based on the chapter, in which students will search about Amendment in the Indian constitution and answer some hypothetical situations. They will also write about their opinion regarding freedom based on fundamental rights. Link:- Fundamental rights and duties. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAF1v74tPyQ ICT“There are three responses to a piece of design – yes, no, and WOW! Wow is the one to aim for.” The students, in ICT classes, learnt advanced tags of HTML and designed Web Page. They learnt to add images, videos, audios, links and frames to make webpages more presentable and impressive. Students created a web page displaying “Reduced Inequalities. They related it to SDG Goal 10. ENGLISHThe learners continued to develop their concept of Adjectives with an activity based on the theme International Day of Friendship in which each student was given a chance to speak about the qualities of his/her friend. The learners found it interesting and the session was quite interactive. Keeping in mind Bloom’s taxonomy, they were able to APPLY the concept and IDENTIFY them in their day-to-day conversation. All the sub-topics like forming adjectives, similes, degrees of comparison, adjectival phrases, and relative clauses were discussed followed by the discussion of textbook exercises. They were given a quiz to attempt as a reflection activity on Quizziz.com, which was thoroughly enjoyed with a healthy spirit of competition. The concept of the Reported Speech was initiated with a quick recap of tenses with the help of a PPT and a quiz. The students were asked to elocute the quotes by famous personalities and to explain the same in their own words. This way, they could differentiate between the two, i.e the direct speech and the indirect speech well. A handout for the same was also provided to help them with notes making. The students were guided about the change of the reporting verbs, pronouns, time etc. according to the nature of the given sentence. Textbook exercises were discussed with the active participation of the students. The students were given an enrichment exercise for extra practice. “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” -Helen Keller The heart touching excerpt from Helen Keller’s autobiography ‘The Story of My Life’ was not only read and understood but felt by the students. The story was enjoyed by the young learners as they could connect the same with the universal theme ‘I am respectful..’. The students were able to attempt the exercises and write the answers independently after a discussion in the class. “Reading is sowing. And re-reading is harvest.”- Johny Uzan The students were assigned a reading task from the supplementary reader –Malgudi Days. They were briefed about the chapter- The Missing Mail based on which they had to write a pen picture of the postman. The students were able to analyse the character traits and emotions like love, care and action according to the need of the hour. They were able, to sum up, their views and comments about the character. In sync with SDG 14- Life below water, the students were acquainted with different aspects of expressions, body movements, voice modulation in the Language Performing Arts Integration Week. They were divided into three groups, viz. The Flora, The Fauna and the Humans (aqua divers, scientists, reporters) and tabled an online marine life conference in which they were attired accordingly and also attempted well to master the skills. They presented the need to control water contamination and preserve marine life. Video links: www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzks56ZCxt8 https://quizizz.com/join?gc=198320 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy5JbzGl1MQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49EsnvxVQec https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=hellen+keller+biography+&&view=detail&mid=41F41B9337830B94819C41F41B9337830B94819C&&FORM=VRDGAR&ru=%2Fvideos%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dhellen%2520keller%2520biography%2520%26qs%3Dn%26form%3DQBVR%26sp%3D-1%26ghc%3D1%26pq%3Dhellen%2 https://www.liveworksheets.com/worksheets/en/English_as_a_Second_Language_(ESL)/Reported_speech/Reported_speech_yg33468ea https://www.liveworksheets.com/worksheets/en/English_as_a_Second_Language_(ESL)/Reported_questions/Reported_questions_el32234xy https://www.liveworksheets.com/iu80411hj HINDIछात्रों को मास के प्रारंभ में गुंजन पाठ्य – पुस्तक से ‘ मानवता ही विश्व सत्य ‘ कविता पढ़ाई गई | इस कविता को कराने का मुख्य उद्देश्य छात्रों को मानवता , विश्वबंधुत्व और सच्चाई की राह पर चलना सिखाना है | छात्रों को इस कविता की संपूर्ण व्याख्या , कठिन शब्दों के अर्थ और प्रश्नोत्तर कराए गए | कविता को कराने के पश्चात इससे संबंधित गतिविधि कराई गई | ‘ जीवन का लक्ष्य ‘ पाठ द्वारा छात्रों को उनके जीवन के लक्ष्य के बारें में बताया गया | प्रत्येक छात्र ने अपने जीवन में आगे चलकर वे क्या बनना चाहते हैं , इसके बारें में सभी छात्रों से चर्चा की और यह भी बताया कि उन्होंने इस लक्ष्य को क्यों चुना ? पाठ की संपूर्ण व्याख्या कराने के पश्चात पाठ की प्रश्नोत्तरी पर चर्चा की गई | इसके पश्चात छात्रों को गुंजन पाठ्य – पुस्तक के पाठ ‘ रथचक्र ’ की जानकारी देते हुए पाठ की संपूर्ण व्याख्या कराई गई | इस पाठ को कराने का मुख्य उद्देश्य छात्रों को जीवन में आने वाली कठिन परिस्थितियों का सामना करना सिखाना है | पाठ को कराने के पश्चात पाठ की प्रश्नोत्तरी पर चर्चा की गई | छात्रों ने हिंदी भाषा और संगीत कला सप्ताह बहुत ही जोश और उमंग से मनाया | इसमें उन्होंने सतत् विकास लक्ष्य -१४ जलीय जीवों की सुरक्षा से एकीकृत करते हुए विलुप्त हो रहे जलीय जीवों का किरदार निभाया | उन्होंने उस किरदार में अपने विलुप्त होने का कारण बताया और अपनी रक्षा के लिए लोगों से गुहार भी की | इस गतिविधि से सभी छात्र जलीय जीवों की विलुप्त होती जा रही प्रजातियों के बारें में जागरूक हुए और उनकी रक्षा हेतु प्रयत्न करने का उन्होंने प्रण लिया | इस गतिविधि को बहुत ही उत्साह से संपन्न किया गया | FRENCHAugust started with newer concepts. Vocabulary building exercises about vacations was done through interactive discussions in the lessons. The new topic of grammar was also introduced -Adjectives Demonstrations along with a recap of Adjectives Possessives. The introduction of Future Tense was done with a supportive worksheet. As a part of the language and performing arts integration week, children presented an interview with their favorite celebrity. SPANISHThe month begins with a video presentation on movies to introduce this exciting topic. A role play was performed for all the students learning how to call a friend on a phone to invite him/her for an outing The students learnt types of movies and had the opportunity to express their likes and dislikes on the topic. “Buying tickets at the cinema” was one more activity done in class. As part of Language and Performing Art week, the students enacted an interview with their favourite star. A video on SDG 8 Decent work and economic growth was presented in class followed by a discussion. Video presentation on movies https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPLCUXFj5ag Trailer on the Spanish animated movie Metegol https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_o9jtsXTwI GERMANThe children were introduced to the last chapter of the first term - “Was hast du für deine Gesundheit getan?”. A detailed PPT on Perfekt and its application was shared. The children practised Perfekt thoroughly with the help of the textbook and workbook exercises. They also created a pictorial vocabulary web wall in the class related to verbs and their past tense forms in German. Lots of live worksheets were practiced related to the Perfekt. The highlight of the month was the Language Art Performing Week in which the students presented a role play in the class. SANSKRIT'पाठ- ’अस्माकम् पर्यावरणम्’ के माध्यम से छात्रों को पर्यावरण सुरक्षा, प्रकार ,महत्व और उपयोगिता की संक्षिप्त जानकारी प्रदान कर पर्यावरण संरक्षण के प्रति जागरूक रहने और मिलजुलकर योगदान देने के प्रति प्रोत्साहित किया गया । भाषासप्ताह में संस्कृत प्रस्तुति के लिए छात्रों ने श्लोकगायन प्रस्तुति दी । पाठ के माध्यम से गद्यांशावबोधन के द्वारा संस्कृत पठन-श्रवण का अभ्यास किया। अंतर्विषयक- वाचन-पठन-और गायन कराते हुए संगीत से समन्वयीकरण कर छात्रों का अंतर्विषयक परिचय कराया गया। परियोजनात्मक शिक्षण (Project base learning) के रूप में दृश्य श्रव्य सामाग्री के माध्यम से गायन, अभिनय, संगीत और नाट्यकला से समन्वयीकरण कर छात्रों ने पर्यावरण संरक्षण के घटकों को समझते हुए श्लोक गायन द्वारा प्रस्तुतीकरण किया। पृथ्वी, जल, आकाश, वायु संरक्षण की उपयोगिता और सुरक्षा संबंधी जानकारी प्रदान की गई। आत्मनेपदी धातुरुपाणि लट् लकार (वर्तमानकाल) के धातुरूपों का नियमपूर्वक तालिका सहित संक्षिप्त परिचय और अनुप्रयोगात्मक अभ्यासकार्य करते हुए संस्कृत भाषा में वाक्यरचना व संभाषण करते हुए चित्रवर्णन करने की योग्यता अनुवाद के माध्यम से प्राप्त की। PHYSICAL EDUCATIONIn their Physical Education lessons, students worked on: Coordination Ability
INDIAN DANCEIn their Indian Dance lessons, the students learnt: Krishna dance and Asamyukta hasta mudras Dance form: Semi classical/ classical (Kathak) Song: “Muraliya” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0F-OI9iWx3g In the month of August students celebrated lord Krishna’s birthday by learning a beautiful choreography on a Krishna song. Samyukta hasta Mudras (single hand gestures) were also taught. Navras- Hasya and sringaar WESTERN DANCEIn their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt:
Song: Skyscrapers Video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiTJ0658WvE DRAMAForms of Acting :- Students learnt about role play, one act, mono act and skit. (Comedy, Tragedy, Melodrama) Application of their learning :-
INDIAN MUSICअगस्त माह छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधियाँ: गायन अभ्यास: शुद्ध स्वर अलंकार। गीत: (अपनी माटी) देशभक्ति गीत, कृष्णा भजन। राग एवं ताल: राग भैरव बंदिश आलाप एवं ताने, तीन ताल, संगीत शास्त्र । प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा ऑडियो ट्रैक। गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक, प्रतियोगिता में प्रस्तुति के महत्वपूर्ण बिंदु। सन्दर्भ वीडियो लिंक: https://youtu.be/hYiDSPB1hlI बहुत से छात्र-छात्राओं ने सदनीय देशभक्ति गीत गायन प्रतियोगिता मे बढ़ चढ़ कर हिस्सा लिया तथा १५ अगस्त एवंजन्माष्टमी की विशेष प्रार्थना सभा मे चुने गए प्रतिभागियों ने विशेष अतिथियों के सामने अपने गायन का सफल प्रदर्शन किया। WESTERN MUSICIn their Western Music lessons, the students learnt: Vocal warm-up exercises Practiced: Staff notation with 12 notes and scaled the vocal range Song learnt: You have made a difference (A song for teachers) by Brian Asselin, practiced solo Instruments: Taught about guitar parts and function Techniques: Techniques to sing softly from stomach VISUAL ARTIn their Visual Art lessons, students learnt: Week 1: Drawing monuments of India using different geometrical patterns Week 2: Poster- Rising India Week 3: Rakhi Card Week 4: Assembly Backdrop Composition: Creative & freehand Art Technique: Free hand, colouring, outlining Art tools: Pencil, Sketch pen, crayons, oil pastels, scale, compass/circular object LIFE SKILLSTips for self-reliance were given to students in continuation with last month’s topic such as assuming responsibilities, making your own decisions, staying informed about the resources, learning practical skills and knowing where you are going. A crisis is an emotional and physical response to some precipitating event that disrupts our normal, day to day functioning. Therefore, “Crisis Management” was the topic of the month as it is important to understand how to deal with different situations. Students learnt that in a time of crisis, we all have the potential to morph up to a new level and do things we never thought possible. Managing crisis is possible with planning and then action. Tips and techniques were given to the students on managing crisis. Brain storming questions and relevant videos helped students understand the concept in depth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YK7hGtd0wkY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-MnbVXWjjM Subject Integration week- Language and performing Arts"What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child". George Bernard Shaw One way of discovering the curriculum with the children is integrating it across the board with other subjects and to do that we organized a Subject Integration Week in school during the week 9th August to 13th August. We integrated Language with Performing Arts through an array of activities. Integrated study brought together diverse disciplines in a comprehensive manner, enabling students to develop a meaningful understanding of the complex associations and influences within a topic. ‘Envirophilia-A Fancy Dress Party’ was organized for Grade I students. The little learners looked super excited as they came dressed on the theme of Plants and Aquatic Animals and spoke about the ‘Plant or Animal ‘that they played the role of, using their drama skills. They also carried props to convey their message. They explored the importance of SDG 14- ‘Life below Water’ and SDG 15- ‘Life on Land’ and made other students aware about them through their presentations. ‘The Edible Tales- Story on my Plate’ turned out to be a successful venture for Grade II students as they narrated their yummilicious stories with the help of creatively crafted fruit and vegetable salad using their vivid imagination and creative skills. This approach further developed the children’s ability to transfer their learning to other settings and correlate their sub conscious selves to conscious selves. The class was divided into Performers group and Audience group for these activities. The audience judged their peers’ performance on a Peer Assessment Rubric. This was only possible because they were able to more closely relate to real-world linguistic connections in an integrated curriculum approach. We were amazed by the meticulous efforts shown by the students. It was altogether an amazing week and we loved every bit of it. INDEPENDENCE DAYSuncity School 37D celebrated India's 75th Independence Day with unprecedented patriotic fervour. The gamut of celebration started with our Principal Ms.Guneet Ohri hoisting the Tricolour with the national anthem echoing in the campus. The Independence Day Special Assembly was very well coordinated and conducted by our confident and enthusiastic 6th Graders virtually. It was a moment of great pride for the newly elected council members for whom their parents had the honour of pinning their prefect badges. The toppers of last year’s Olympiads, academic scholarship holders and winning houses were also felicitated for their excellent performance in the virtual presence of Maj. Gen. Kulpreet Singh (Retd), the Chief Guest for the occasion. Gen Kulpreet congratulated the students and encouraged them to take on the mantle of leadership seriously. "Ask not what your country can do for you ask what can you do for your country.” is what he quoted to motivate the council members. He also spoke about the his fellow soldiers who sacrificed their lives for our country. He appreciated the Principal’s leadership under whose guidance the school is emerging to be one of the best in Gurgaon. Our talented students paid homage to the martyrs through their impeccable song and dance performances. The event concluded with the Inter-House Patriotic Song competition which was assessed by the eminent judges Mr.Vikul Sharma & Ms.Riya Maity Sinha. The mellifluous performances by the students were highly appreciated by the judges. The Principal, Ms Guneet Ohri, addressed the gathering by congratulating all students, staff and parents for enthusiastically uniting to celebrate and honour the nation despite the current tough and troubling times. INTERHOUSE MENTAL MATH COMPETITIONMathematics is a subject that the students should build upon and master throughout their educational experience, for it forms a strong foundation and aids in understanding how the world works and is a critical skill 21st century for learners, thereby allowing them to make important connections between these mathematical concepts that are being taught and the real world in which they live. Keeping this in mind the students from Grades 3 onwards participated in an Interhouse Mental Math competition held this month. The students from the 4 houses - Atlantic, Arctic, Pacific and Indian participated in a tough competition held on a virtual platform. There were 2 rounds - selection round done on MS Form application and the Final round (fastest finger first) conducted on Kahoot. Amidst nail biting finish, scores tied - the whole competition gave an insight to the students ability to calculate mentally faster.
“Each day is a new beginning, the chance to do with it what should be done and not to be seen as simply another day to put in time” - Catherine Pulsifer Jubilant July has seen an enthusiastic start after a refreshing summer break for everyone. We reflected on our students learning by recollecting the exclusive experiences garnered during the fun-filled summer break. The month started with new learning and students continuing to enhance their knowledge by way of class discussions, videos, presentations and various class activities. The complete cycle of 1st Unit Test was conducted, doubt clearing sessions, revision, discussion of question papers, distribution of answer scripts….all completed with clockwork precision. The universal theme of the month ‘I am Honest’ was reiterated and inculcated in the Life Skill lessons and by way of stories and discussions. MATHEMATICSUnderstanding Quadrilaterals: With the practice and prior knowledge of quadrilaterals and triangles, students understood the concept of polygons and different types of polygons. Students also understood and practiced following:
Data Handling: With the help of prior knowledge on pictographs, bar graphs, and double bar graphs, students understood the importance and application of organisation of data in different forms. Students also understood and practiced following:
Note: Students were also assessed on the following topic through class test:
SCIENCEPhysics: Sound: With the help of several hand-on activities students understood how sound is being produced and how sound travel from source to listener. In addition, students also understood that “Sound needs a medium to travel”. After their understanding, students were able to enquire about:
with the help of diagram:
Chemistry The learners begin with a new chapter, Coal and Petroleum in which they classify the natural resources into exhaustible(non-renewable) and inexhaustible resources (renewable resources) of energy by recalling the names of natural resources which are available in limited quantities and can be exhausted by human activities. They learnt about the importance of natural resources in their lives and also why it is necessary to conserve natural resources by sharing their views[by integrating SDG 7 Affordable and clean energy] through group discussions in break-out rooms . They came up with wonderful ideas like reducing, reusing, recycling, and composting. They located the regions of coal mines on maps of India. Further, they also brainstormed their minds on a virtual platform through the Think, pair, and share model where they collaboratively work to research on formation and types of coal. Each pair presented their research work in the form of a slideshow. https://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/minerals/coal-mines-map.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fRjZhvC40E Biology Crop production and management and animal husbandry The eighth graders initiated their learning about microorganisms with a small activity of fermentation where the students were asked to let the dough ferment and observe it in the next class. By doing this activity they were able to conclude that they are surrounded with microorganisms. Further to enhance their knowledge the students were shown the real microscopic view of different types and shapes of bacteria through videos. The students were amazed and excited to learn how, many different types of organisms are present in pond water scum when they saw the video of a live sample of pond water scum under microscopic. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWS8n3GJgo4 SOCIAL SCIENCEHISTORY: - Tribal Societies and the colonial state After returning from a refreshing vacation, children attended classes with lots of enthusiasm. With a Map Reading activity, children identified the tribal belts which are located in different states of India. Meaning of the tribe along with their different range of customs, rituals and socio –economic practices was explained with the help of a detailed PPT. The practice of Jhum cultivation was integrated with SDG 13 AND 15(Climate Action and Life on Land)and children listed the harmful impacts of this cultivation on the environment and biodiversity. A video was shown which helped children understand the impact of Colonial rule on the tribal lives. The popular tribal revolts against the Colonial powers were explained in a story telling method where children appreciated the efforts of great tribal leaders like Birsa Munda and Tirot Sing.The chapter was concluded with a live quiz on Quizizz.com and a MS form link was shared for the UT revision. Links: https://youtu.be/mtS_5c45OoU https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/60aa6e9e4434ef001b8ac07f/tribal-societies-and-the-colonial-policies https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=YVlUmu4VSEinRHZ-zb0eGTcu2V0aeIdOnrRkTCB9RE1UQkI1TlZLSEcyQTFIOFFaWFQ0T1c1U0Y0Mi4u Civics: Role of Parliament and Making Laws A video was shown to students to introduce the democratic process and the role of the parliament in India and role of parliament. Students shared their views and suggested the reasons for adopting parliamentary system in India. Students gained knowledge about the Indian Parliament and its role. With the help of composition of the legislature:- Lok sabha, Rajya sabha. The composition of the executive was also discussed with them under the President and his/her powers like legislative, executive, financial, judicial, diplomatic and emergency. They mentioned their views and discussed the process formation, power and the role of the PM and the council of ministers Prime minister and council of ministers. Students studied about the real powers of the President with the help of a case study. Students infer about the procedure of law making in India, passing of a money bill and accountability of government with the help of a video. Students shared their views and discussed about the law making in India. They also gained knowledge about how new laws are formulated like the Right to Information Act, 2005 and how controversial laws happen. Link: Role of parliament : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XNd08c58Io Making of laws : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xj1NNd7VTcQ soil profile : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgqea0E2eAY ICTThe students, in ICT classes learnt HTML and designed Web Page/ They explored different possibilities of HTML like Different type of Lists and Tables. Students created a web page displaying “The impact on Land during the Covid-19 lockdown period”. They related it to the SDG Goal 15. ENGLISH“The secret of getting ahead is getting started”-Mark Twain The class interaction began with a welcome note and a story weaving activity. The students understood the points of story narration and wrote their stories with different interesting conclusion on the basis of story telling ideas from the literature section of their GK book. Discussing on the structure of a sentence, we revised the subject, helping verbs, main verb and the object and thus going on to the modal auxiliaries and their use in English language. The students learnt about the use of different modals according to different situations, like possibility, probability, past ability, request, order etc. The same was followed by note making in their notebook with the help of a PPT and a hand out. The students enjoyed attempting the exercises of their Grammar Plus Book. The students revised the syllabus for UT1 using different tools like MS Forms, Quizziz, Flip Grid and participated enthusiastically in the doubt clarification sessions. Keeping in mind the SDG Goal 15, Life on land, the concept for the poem – MILK FOR THE CAT was initiated with the help of a video related to cats and their needs for love and compassion.. The theme of the poem ’desire’ was discussed that how the desire for milk has drived the cat in the poem to the poet’s house where the creature waited patiently for the food and love. The students were able to identify the figures of speech used in the poem. On the basis of their learning , they underlined the set of words identifying the figurative language in their notebooks too. Penning down one’s day to day activities and experiences for the sake of memory or for the future records, is a favorite past time of many. The concept of Diary entry along with the instructions to follow while writing it was interestingly learnt and revised by the students. Following the format and the sample diary entry, the students were given practice questions based on SDG Goal- Life on land and a VUCA situation. By sharing a good and a bad habit, the students were brought closer to the concept of Adjectives, wherein they learnt about the describing words and their effective usage. The students were given an outline (a graphic organizer) to organize their notes beautifully and more creatively in their respective notebooks. Along with the adjectives, they also learnt about the sub topics such as similies, degrees of comparison and its application, adjectival phrases and clauses. They enhanced their application skills by attempting a quiz on quizziz.com With the conclusion of a vast topic, we began with the chapter- The New School Fellow, an extract from the MILL ON THE FLOSS. The session began with a discussion about ‘How good/excited/ worried we feel when we have a new student in our class. The students shared the main insights and storyline they understood from the video shown in the class. The students displayed immense improvement in Notes Taking Skills as was evident in their submissions. They also took numerous quizzes on MS Forms, Quizziz.com to revise the topics for their UT. https://www.liveworksheets.com/uk1200878bj https://youtu.be/C2cuhY0beSY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZ5avmTRE1Y https://youtu.be/pcdrhILEJbc https://youtu.be/iZ5avmTRE1Y https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzKs65ZCxt8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9IblTvpYSM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy5JbzGl1MQ HINDIग्रीष्मावकाश के बाद छात्रों से सामान्य चर्चा करते हुए उनका गृहकार्य निरीक्षित किया गया | इसके बाद छात्रों को व्याकरणिक विषयों जैसे तत्सम शब्द – तद्भव शब्द , अनेकार्थक शब्द , अनेक शब्दों के लिए एक शब्द , विलोम शब्द का अर्थ स्पष्ट करते हुए उन्हें कार्य – पुस्तिका पर लिखवाए गए | इससे छात्रों के शब्द – भंडार में वृद्धि हुई और छात्र अब नए – नए शब्दों के प्रयोग से वाक्य – रचना करने लगे | व्याकरणिक विषयों का लिखित अभ्यास कराने का मुख्य उद्देश्य उनकी लेखन क्षमता का विकास करना , लेख सुधार करना और वर्तनी शुद्ध करना है | छात्रों को कविता ‘ रंग जाती एक ऋतु ‘ जो कि भारत भूषण अग्रवाल द्वारा रचित है , पढ़ाई गई | कविता के शब्दार्थ कराते हुए उसकी संपूर्ण व्याख्या की गई | कविता को पूरा करने के पश्चात इसकी प्रश्नोत्तरी पर चर्चा की गई | इस कविता को कराने का उद्देश्य यह है कि हमे कड़ी मेहनत और तपस्या का फल अवश्य मिलता है। इसलिए हमें परिश्रम करते रहना चाहिए। कवि का कहना है कि जिस तरह फूल सर्दी –गर्मी , वर्षा , आँधी – तूफ़ान सहता है और अंत में एक दिन ऐसा भी आता है , जब वह पूरी तरह से खिल जाता है और अपनी सुगंध से पूरे वातावरण को सुगन्धित कर देता है | हमें भी उस फूल की तरह लगातार संघर्ष करते हुए आगे बढ़ना चाहिए | सतत् विकास लक्ष्य -१७ ‘ लक्ष्य हेतु भागीदारी ‘ से एकीकृत करते हुए कविता का मूल भाव स्पष्ट किया गया | इसके बाद छात्रों को इकाई परीक्षा -१ के प्रत्येक विषय की मौखिक और लिखित तैयारी कराई गई | SANSKRIT' पाठ- अंताराष्ट्रीय-योगादिवस: के माध्यम से छात्रों को योगा- प्राणायाम की संक्षिप्त जानकारी प्रदान कर विभिन्न योगासनों से होने वाले लाभ के विषय पर चर्चा करते हुए छात्रों को योगासनों को अपनाने के प्रति प्रोत्साहित किया गया । पाठ- जलसंरक्षणम् के माध्यम से जल की उपयोगिता और सुरक्षा संबंधी जानकारी प्रदान की गई । अंतर्विषयक- प्राणायाम और योगासनों से होने वाले लाभ के विषय पर चर्चा कर भाषा ज्ञान के साथ-साथ शारीरिक विज्ञान से छात्रों का अंतर्विषयक परिचय कराया गया । परियोजनात्मक शिक्षण (Project base learning) के रूप में दृश्य श्रव्य सामाग्री के माध्यम से छात्रों ने शलभासन, ताड़ासन , मयूरासन , अनुलोम-विलोम से संबंधित जानकारी को पाठ से प्राप्त कर छात्रों ने अपनी क्षमता अनुसार विचारभिव्यक्ति प्रस्तुतीकरण किया पाठ - 'मातुल: चंद्र:' पाठ के माध्यम से पद्यांशावबोधन के द्वारा संस्कृत पठन-श्रवण का अभ्यास किया । अस्मद् , युष्मद् , अव्ययशब्द , इकारान्त , आकारान्त , ऋकारान्त शब्दरूप- मातृ-पितृ पदपरिचय सहित अभ्यासकार्य करते हुए संस्कृत भाषा में वाक्यरचना व संभाषण करते हुए चित्रवर्णन करने की योग्यता अनुवाद के माध्यम से प्राप्त की । जिसमें छात्रों ने छोटे –छोटे वाक्यों में वार्तालाप करते हुए सामान्य संभाषण का अभ्यास किया । FRENCHIn the month July, children were eager to meet their friends and teachers, though virtually. We tuned into new topics like future proche, making comparisons with adjectives and adverbs, more vocabulary related to the lesson, la valise grise. They also drew ‘Maison d’être’ to enhance the topic-past tense. All topics were taught with supportive study materials like word documents, PPT and relevant worksheets. SPANISHThe month begins with a Spanish video presentation on Preterit tense: “El fin de semana”The last weekend. The students participatedthrough the chat box and features like hands up identifying some expressions and vocabulary from previous topics. With the help of a PPT the students analysed the changes in the structure of the verbs in this particular Spanish past tense called “Preterito simple” With the Chapter “Mis vacaciones del añopasado” My last year holidays, the class learnt more verbs and expressions in past tense. The chapter “Extra Cuba was the perfect excuse to learn more about the characteristics and culture of a Spanish Latin American country. Video presentation on Preterit tense: “El fin de semana “ The topic Preterite was assessed with a quiz. A video on SDG 2- Zero hunger was presented followed by a class discussion. https://videoele.com/A2-El-fin-desemana.html Video song on Cuba (Salsa) https://www.danceus.org/video/maykel-fonts-salsa-baila-cuban-style-exciting-salsa-/ Video on elimination of child labour http://www.fao.org/fao-stories/article/en/c/1402075/ Quizziz.com on Preterite tense https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5adcbe5c5f7ba3001b768f60/el-preterito GERMANAfter coming back from holidays, we were thrilled to meet our friends and teachers, though virtually. As we tuned into Module-5, Lektion-2, we learnt various grammar topics like Modal verb- dürfen, conjunction weil, we also came to now about the method of writing a recipe of Kartoffelnsalat in German. We completed the chapter by doing all the workbook exercises related to grammar and completing the E-mail writing. PHYSICAL EDUCATIONIn their Physical Education lessons, students performed: Warm-up exercises: On the spot jogging, jumping and running Flexibility exercises:
INDIAN DANCEIn their Indian Dance lessons, students learnt:
Song : Teri Mitti Video link: https://youtu.be/wF_B_aagLfI WESTERN DANCEIn their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt:
Song: Skyscrapers Video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiTJ0658WvE DRAMAIn Drama lessons, students learnt: Forms of Acting: Through drama games, tongue twisters and role play, students learnt dialogue delivery and voice modulation. Application of their learning: Student understood Navarasa—the nine emotions and practised the same. Students learnt how to use question words in dialogue and performed using the nine emotions. Students garnered information about scene building (improvisation) and how to improvise on the spot. Additionally, they learnt how to maintain a tempo while performing .They also did drama related warm up exercises. INDIAN MUSICIn their Indian Music lessons, students : Learnt Vocal warm-up exercises: Alankar practice, Balloon breathing. Practiced: Shudh swar Alankar. Song/s: Guru vandana, Apni Mati. Raag: Alaiya Bilawal, Yaman. Instruments Used: Tanpura Techniques: Singing style and vocal practices of Indian classical singers. Reference video link for the song: https://youtu.be/hTdZkPeIkhs https://youtu.be/VmOvwFvkVao WESTERN MUSICIn their Western Music lessons, students :
ARTIn their Visual Art lessons, students learnt :
Art Technique: Free hand, colouring, outlining Art tools: Pencil, sketch pen, crayons, oil pastels, scale, compass/ circular object LIFE SKILLSWe have a social responsibility, a constitutional opportunity and a moral obligation to help others. This month students learnt the importance of being socially responsible. They understood the
meaning of social responsibility; people must behave ethically and with sensitivity towards social, cultural, economic and environmental issues. Various points were discussed to understand what one can do to become a socially responsible person. Another important topic, self-reliance was explained to the students. They learnt that self-reliance is a strong belief in your own capabilities to successfully deal with the challenges that life throws at you. With the help of videos and activities students enjoyed the concepts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuRURJ9E3iQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9iflUfYRTc MATHEMATICSRational Numbers: With the practice and prior knowledge of factors, students understood the meaning and need of a rational number. Students also understood and practiced following:
Note: Students were also assessed on the following topics through class test:
SCIENCEPhysics: Force and friction: With the help of several examples and discussion, students understood the physical significance of term “Pressure”. From various examples in real life students concluded the following:
Chemistry: The students enhanced their knowledge on synthetic fibres and plastics where they learnt different types of plastics by doing hands on activity. They dipped a part of plastic bottle and a shampoo bottle in mild hot water to observe the effect of heat and compare the characteristics of thermosetting and thermoplastics. They also learnt the ways for reducing the plastic waste to save our environment. Learners also integrated ICT tool X-mind map for creating a mind map on Synthetic fibres and Plastics. Link:https://www.mindmeister.com/utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=world_en_search&utm_content=mm&gclid=Cj0KCQjwwLKFBhDPARIsAPzPiJMg4o1jaBuCT3sRpiICODdZ6Qrh2Z1_o48sj5xnnTNfjeCBN3x0nEaAsvjEALw_wcB Biology Crop production and management and animal husbandry Students took their knowledge about agriculture further by learning about the various methods of irrigation and compared how the new methods are more efficient better for environment. Through videos they were thrilled to find out that how a machine called combine is able to do three different steps of harvesting together and saving the time and effort of the farmers. They shared how the raw food is stored in their houses which are in small quantities and how the silos work to store the humongous amount of the same safely. They researched about green revolution and organic farming and shared it in the class. They concluded their learning by knowing that agriculture is not limited to crop production but also involves animal husbandry which further includes apiculture, pisciculture etc. Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcAu6-948RA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvDcijYJ7BQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BobdjKxfZ18 SOCIAL SCIENCEHISTORY The History class began with a recap activity with same enthusiasm where children were reminded about the indirect annexation policies adopted by the British. They acknowledged the demerits of the subsidiary alliance and doctrine of Lapse policies of the British with the help of PPT. Different wars like Anglo- Mysore war, Anglo Maratha wars, Anglo Sikh wars etc. were explained with the help of story-telling method. The administrative, judiciary and military structure of the British were explained with the help of a mind map where they were able to interpret the hierarchy effectively. The chapter was concluded with a revision worksheet based on some High Order Thinking Skill (HOTS) questions. Besides this, the PBL project on the topic Colonial Agrarian Policies was given where children were divided into four groups. Each group was given one agrarian policy and children confidently presented the policy through interactive PPTs. Children integrated in their project various ICT tools like Nearpod, MS Forms and Quizziz.com which engaged the class effectively. GEOGRAPHY Types of Resources To introduce the topic what are resources students were asked to look around them and identify objectives (at least 10 each) and group them into useful and useless things. They understand the resources as they are useful. They described resources and classified them into natural, human made and human resources. They also gained knowledge about classification of natural resources on the basis of origin, stage of development and renewability. Later students suggested few steps to conserve resources. A research work was given to students on Brundtland report which defined the sustainable development. Link: https://www.slideshare.net/devu7421/natural-resources-and-types-of-natural-resources Natural Resources: Land, Soil and Water Students described about land resources and recalled it uses while classifying into different categories like Forests, pasture, permanent crops, arable land and other uses. They also suggested few ways to conserve land resources. With the help of video students presented and explained soil, its components soil profile, soil character and formation. They also presented a soil profile made by them in class. Students described and infer the different types of soil in India while showing a video and a map. They gained knowledge about loss of soil and suggested few ways for soil conservation related to key practices and techniques. Students recalled water as resource and explained different sources like multipurpose river valley projects, dams, canal, tanks, wells and tube wells through which we can fulfill our needs. Students analyzed the need for water conservation and suggested ways for water conservation Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pbdqm40KFw land resource https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgqea0E2eAYsoil profile ICT“Photoshop is an art, and you can do a lot with it. Change the atmosphere through different lighting and make the pictures look more interesting..” The students, in ICT classes learnt Photoshop tools by recognising different tools and they discussed the used of these tools. They explored different features of Photoshop like Blur, Sharpen, Smudge and Slice Tool. Photoshop topic was concluded with International Collaboration with four schools - Vinschool Times City – Vietnam, VVDAV Public School – India and SkBatuBalai, Jerantut Pahang, Malaysia They shared photo-editing tips with partner countries students and they also got opportunity to learn Video editing and Scratch software from them. ENGLISHThe class interaction began with a discussion of likes, dislikes and interests of the students. The students understood about the possibility of redemption and the importance of love and affection by reading the chapter ‘A Christmas Carol’ by Charles Dickens and engaged in a discussion about Christmas and its relevance in the current times. They understood the moral values of being patient, kind and generous. They took part in the discussion of question answers enthusiastically and completed their written work. The concept of Determiners was further taken up to identify the articles, determiners and quantifiers and primarily their application. The previous knowledge of students was tested with a discussion where the students were able to apply Determiners in the given sentences. The students studied the rules of using Determiners and practiced the same in the Grammar Practice Book. For more practice and better understanding, they also attempted some live worksheets. The hilarious read ‘Dusk’ enthralled the students. They focused on attempting ‘Reference to Context’ questions in this chapter. Informal letters were started with a situation based discussion in the class wherein the students were able to compare and contrast the features of formal and informal letters. Eliciting responses while reading the PPT about the types of letters was another interesting way to get their attention. The students not only shared their prior knowledge, relevance and application of letters in the current scenario but also minutely observed a sample to deduce the format of the letters- both Formal and Informal. The practice questions attempted by the students helped them to work upon their style of writing and structure it. In order to improve their ability to ‘Apply and Transfer’ (under Bloom’s Taxonomy), they shared their knowledge about informal letters and practiced writing the same with the help of instructions shared in the class. The students displayed immense improvement in Notes Taking Skills as was evident in their submissions. They also took a Class Test on MS Forms to recapitulate the Grammar topic- Sentences. For more practice, they enjoyed attempting short quizzes on the website Quizziz.com. https://youtu.be/Rdp2Q8GhukI https://www.liveworksheets.com/ni1164129dn https://www.liveworksheets.com/oj17005rx https://www.liveworksheets.com/ja9835jx HINDIमास के प्रथम सप्ताह में छात्रों कोमातृदिवससे संबंधित जानकारी दी गई और उन्हें अपने विचार कक्षा में सबके साथ साझा करने को कहा गया | छात्रोंसे मातृदिवस से संबंधित नारा – लेखनकराया गया |नारा – लेखन से छात्रों में रचनात्मकता का विकास हुआ | इसके पश्चात उन्हें पाठ्य – पुस्तक गुंजन से कविता-१‘ इतने ऊँचे उठो ‘ का मौखिक वाचन कराते हुए उसकी व्याख्या कराई गई | छात्रों से प्रत्येक काव्यांश के आधार पर बीच – बीच में कुछ प्रश्न भी पूछे गए| कविता को कराने का मुख्य उद्देश्य छात्रों को सामाजिक कर्तव्यबोध , देशप्रेम, त्याग , आशावादिता के प्रति लोगों को जागरूक करने हेतु प्रेरित करना है | कविता की व्याख्या के पश्चात इसके प्रश्नोत्तर पर चर्चा की गई | इस कविता से संबंधित गतिविधि भी छात्रों को कराई गई , जिसका विषय था - समाज में फैली कुरीतियों का विरोध कर समाज को नई दिशा देने वाले समाजसुधारकों के नाम , उनका जन्म परिचय चित्र सहित A-४ आकार की शीट पर करने को दिया गया | इसे करने के पश्चात कक्षा के चार छात्रों ने उसी कार्य का कोलाज बनाते हुए उसे पी.पी.टी. के रूप में परिवर्तित किया | व्याकरणिक विषय संधि , उसकी परिभाषा , उसके भेद और स्वर संधि के पाँचों भेदों से छात्रों को परिचित कराया गया | संधि को नियमानुसार अनेकों उदाहरणों से स्पष्ट करते हुए उसका लिखित अभ्यास करायागया | इसे छात्रों का व्याकरणिक ज्ञान समृद्ध हुआ | SANSKRIT‘नैतिक शिक्षा और पर्यावरण’ विषय वस्तु से समायोजित कराते हुए सततविकासलक्ष्य–‘’सभी को शिक्षा के माध्यम से स्वस्थ जीवन देना और सभी के जीवनस्तर में सुधार लाना।‘’ नामक विषय पर संवाद कराते हुए अकारांत, आकारांत और इकारांत आधारित कारक और विभक्ति तालिका के साथ संवाद का अनुप्रयोगात्मक अभ्यास करते हुए छात्रों ने उत्साहपूर्वक अनुवाद कार्य सीखा। परियोजनात्मक शिक्षण(Project base learning) के रूप में दृश्य श्रव्य सामाग्री के माध्यम से पुरुषार्थमयता से संबंधित जानकारी प्राप्त कर छात्रों ने अपनी क्षमता अनुसार विचार भिव्यक्ति प्रस्तुती करण किया गतिविधि-पर्यावरण सबंधी जानकारी प्रदान करते हुए चित्रावली वर्णन कराया गया। "मत्स्यमानचित्र" के माध्यम से भित्ति प्रपत्रप्र क्रिया द्वारा कारक अथवा विभक्ति ज्ञान कराते हुए संस्कृत भाषा में अनुवाद करने की योग्यता प्रदान कराना। गद्यांशा व बोधन और चित्र लेखन के माध्यम से संभाषण का अभ्यास कराया गया। दैनिक जीवन में संस्कृत भाषा ज्ञान प्राप्त करना उपर्युप्त पाठ्यवस्तु का मुख्योद्देश्य रहा। धातुरुप- लट्- लृट्-लोट्-लङ्लकार का तालिका अभ्यास द्वारा अनुवाद कार्य करते हुए अभ्यास किया। FRENCHIn the month May, children participated with lots of energy during the class. They were further taught more topics: Rules of past tense with avoir & être, Vocabulary related to stationery and adverbs. All topics were taught with supportive study materials like word documents and PPT. Additional worksheets were solved during the online classes to enhance the topics. SPANISHThe month started with an interactive activity based on vacations, “Pause and tell something inspired by the picture”. It can be a sentence or a word. The students enjoyed recalling previous knowledge related with the topic vacations. New vocabulary and Q.A. was introduced to enhance the vacations related knowledge. A video on SDG 15 Life on land video was shared in class followed by a whole class discussion. The Preterite, past tense, was introduced to the class and will continue after vacations. Link activity on vacations https://www.colorele.es/cuentacuentos-vacacional/ SDG 15 Life on land video https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/biodiversity/ GERMANAs we were involved in learning about the body parts, the illness etc. in the previous month, we dwelled ourselves more into the 1st chapter of the Module-1, “Stefan, wiegeht’sdir?”, in which the children came to know about the topics like Imperative, Dative of grammar in detail. The children were also very thrilled to prepare a PPT on Imperative and present it in the class. They were also introduced to chapter 2 of Module 5 (GesundLeben). Overall a great month in which we completed our 1st chapter with deep understanding. GuteFerien!!! (Happy Holidays) PHYSICAL EDUCATIONWarm-up exercises: On the spot jogging, jumping and running. Flexibility exercises: Standing Hamstring Stretch (Bending forward)
Yoga :Surya namaskar and Gomukhasana: Steps to the perform pose andadvantages of the pose. INDIAN DANCEStudents learnt about the Lord of Dance-Natraja through Shiv Vandana and an open discussion about the story behind. Through Asamyukta hasta mudra’s (single hand gestures) used in ShivVandana, students learnt about the hand gestures which describe lordShiva such as Trishula, Sarpashirsh, Katka, Chandrakala. After that theyperformed the dance on a beautiful song name- ‘Jai JaiKedara’. Dance form: Kathak Song: Jai JaiKedara Video link :https://youtu.be/LRZMKXQ40YE WESTERN DANCEIn the month of May 2021 the students learnt : Dance form : Hip Hop (Beginners Level) – basic hand positions Song : Kidz Bop - Rockabye Video link : - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VDdP7lYiiI DRAMAForms of Acting:
INDIAN MUSICVocal warm-up exercises: Alankar practice, Balloon breathing. Practiced : Shudhswar Alankar New song/s learnt: Mother’s day song (Ma).https://youtu.be/gXjdjYXu7i8 Instruments: Tanpoora Techniques: Indian classical singers and instruments. https://youtu.be/YMZeBJJ5JJc. Reference video link for the song : https://youtu.be/hYiDSPB1hlI WESTERN MUSICVocal warm-up exercises, Scale and 12 notes Practiced: Staff notation with 12 notes and scaled the vocal range Song learnt: (Recap Session) Heal the world by Michael Jackson Instruments: Ukulele Techniques: Basic techniques of practicing vocal. Reference video link for the song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWf-eARnf6U ART
Art Technique: Free hand, colouring, outlining Art tools: Pencil, Sketch pen, crayons, oil pastels, scale, compass/circular object LIFE SKILLSThis month’s lessons continued the topic of Emotional quotient. Along with concept of EQ, focus was given on Social Quotient, understanding social intelligence, and what happens when social intelligence breaks down was discussed. Students solved a checklist and self-assessment inventory on SQ to check their own social behavior. As a consequence of their lessons, students learnt “How to connect with people…” with proper understanding of different social roles.
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