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Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Why do we have eyebrows? Several similar thought provoking fun questions that engage a child’s curiosity were part of the general awareness workshop that was conducted by Mujib M K on Feb 9 at the Schoolkutti.com Children’s Library. The event was a smashing hit with all the young participants. Every point that was discussed triggered, nurtured and satisfied the scientific curiosity in children.

The fun quiz that was included had some fascinating, challenging, mind boggling and puzzling questions which gave the children an opportunity to think, discuss and work in teams. The general feedback was very positive, every parent was keen on having more of such workshops that go a long way towards stimulating young minds.

Toonz Animation Technopark as part of its 15th Anniversary celebrations, is Organising ‘Kids Fest 2014’ only for the children of Technopark employees on February 15, 2014. The event aims at proving a learning experience to your kids while having fun with animation, illusion, and creative images. Toonz is organizing the event in association with NATANA, the cultural club of Technopark employees.

The event will be held at the Exhibition Hall, Park Centre, Technopark from 8.30 am to 1.00 PM. The fest is open to kids (from 4yrs to 14 yrs) of Technopark employees. The sessions will be handled by renowned animation expert Prosenjith Ganguly and Raja Moorthy, an International Award winning entertainer.

Click Here to Register FREE for the Event and confirm your participation.

Last date of registration is 10th of February 2014.

With the objective of creating innovation ecosystem in schools, ‘Innoaction India’ is organizing a two days ‘creativity and innovation’ training programme for high school and higher secondary students during summer vacation ( April –May 2014 ).

The Innoaction India team has already organized several workshops in schools throughout Kerala. Mithra Central school Karunagapilly, Mappila Memorial High School, Chamakala, Model Boys High School Thrissur, Model Boys High School Irinjalakuda ,Christ College Irinjalakuda are a few schools and colleges among them.

The training helped in institutionalizing a culture of creativity and innovation in their schools. The workshop was a thrilling experience for the participants and helped them to become more creative and innovative. At personal level, it was a life changing experience for many students and they got courage to pursue their interest and passion. Training sheds lights on various practical aspects of innovation such as entrepreneurship, career, critical thinking, innovative problem solving etc. The training is led by leaders and professionals in innovation and creativity.

Interested schools/teachers may contact

Ph ;9496373946, 0487 6060501
Email :james.tj6@gmail.com & info@innoaction.net

Dear parent,

Discussions and debates allow children to express their views, but, more importantly, allow them to appreciate another viewpoint. Also, every child is naturally inquisitive and our challenge lies in nurturing this innate curiosity. Schoolkutti.com Children’s Library presents a General Awareness Workshop that is designed to build on a child’s spirit of inquiry. Loaded with imaginative stories, an informative quiz and interactive activities, this workshop encourages children to think, reflect and respond. Gift your child an enjoyable learning experience that will effectively lay the foundation for a brand new set of questions.

Facilitator : Mujib MK
Age Group : 8 to 14 years
Venue : Schoolkutti.com Children’s Library
Time : 4:00 to 5:30 PM
Date : February 9, 2014
Registration : Rs.100/-(For library members), Rs.150/-(For others)

Click here to register online for this event.

View the location details here

Attending interactive storytelling sessions improve concentration, communication and listening skills – above all, it keeps their imagination alive. Schoolkutti.com Children’s Library witnessed some fun filled moments at Aswathy Karanaver’s story telling workshop on Jan 19. Her animated and lively story telling session was a real treat to the children. Delight played on their faces as she spun tale after tale, singing and laughing with them. It was a pleasure to see the little ones sit goggle eyed listening to the ways in which kuttisankaran outwitted the ghost. Of course, kids were not the only ones who loved it, even parents who were present had a great time as they went back to their childhood days.

After the story, we also conducted a recitation contest for the participants aged 4 to 10. The children enjoyed reciting their favorite poems and the winners were presented the best prizes in the world – books 🙂

Thanks and Kudos to Aswathy for the wonderful workshop, she captured hearts with her amazing storytelling style.

The Grade I students of Bodhi School participated in the Zee Learn BrainCafe Budding Scientists competition held on 26/11/13. Mr. Chandrasekharan Vaidyanathan,former ISRO Scientist was the judge for the competition that was based on the exhibit, presentation, answering questions and project report. It was quite a tough task as some of the exhibits were simple with good concepts that the children explained. He was thrilled to see that young children were enthusiastic in speaking about their models. Mr. Chandrasekharan said that he was impressed by the way Bodhi School arranged the contest and encouraged young minds in conceptual thinking. Vishnu V was chosen the school level winner to proceed to the Knockout round in Kochi in December for his elaborate explanation and for the way in which he tackled questions. Congratulations to Vishnu, all the enthusiastic participants and also to Bodhi school for providing wonderful opportunities for kids to use creativity and imagination along with science and technology.

Photo Courtesy: Bodhi School

The science exhibition held as part of the Revenue District Educational Fair concluded at Government GHSS, Cotton Hill, on Wednesday. School students of twelve sub-districts participated in the event.

Vivek C R and Sree Ganga B S of New Higher Secondary School, Nellimoodu, displayed a public transportation facility which works on electromagnetic induction with minimal fuel consumption and energy loss. They were inspired by an article in ‘Reader’s Digest’ on the Korean Government’s implementation of a road transport system using electromagnetic induction.

Another interesting display was a ‘Wireless helmet ignition’ presented by Atheerth Chandran and Aromal M S of AMHSS, Thirumala. The helmet conceived by them ensures safety of the passenger and even helps him in case of an emergency by sending an automatic alert to 108. The model also has an anti-theft alarm.

Another interesting model was a ‘rhetrolic wheelchair’ a very useful equipment for elders and the physically-challenged, designed by Greeshma M S and Jollymol J of St Chrysostom Girls HSS, Nellimoodu.

Congrats to all the young science wizards!

More information is available in these links.

http://www.deccanchronicle.com/131121/news-current-affairs/article/young-talents-shastramela
http://newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/Green-and-power-saving-projects-in-focus/2013/11/21/article1903043.ece

On children’s day, Friends Playschool & Kindergarten conducted a carnival for kids (aged 3 to 7) and their parents. When the skies opened up early on the morning of 13, it seemed like the Children’s day carnival planned for Nov 14 was going to be washed out, but the school staff decided that even if it did rain, they were going to turn it into a rain dance party. In the end they worried for nothing- the sun shone, the children came not knowing what to expect…and were kicked by the carnival atmosphere of the morning.

They honored Nehru in so many small ways- the rose, his favorite flower was a motif that popped up in the coloring contest, the pinning the rose contest, and the badges. the magic show featured a birthday cake and a the memory quiz was based on the storytelling session that focused on anecdotes about Nehru. For the older kids there was a ‘sensational’ stall for them to guess objects in a box by just feeling…some were super quick. The parents were not left bored sitting on the sidelines- they were made to sit up and take notice – the school staff presented a challenge to them- watch a demo of how to make a Nehru cap and produce the same in a size to fit their child’s head. Surprisingly, (or not so surprisingly) only 3 managed to complete the task. Just goes to show you that parents too need to train their listening muscle. The do up your own cup cake and the zenzerro cookie, donut and chocolate stand was a super hit as was the tattoo bar and body shop. The kids had a blast and the school staff did too when they saw their delight.

We need more such activity workshops and events for kids in Trivandrum. Kudos to Friends team for organizing such a fun day for children on their special day 🙂

“Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh the thinks you can think up if only you try” ~ Dr. Seuss

Children are naturally curious and imaginative. As parents, you need to provide them the opportunity to be the best innovators they can be – encourage your children to think out of the box, give them creative outlets and chances to experiment and inspire them by showing the examples of children who have applied their creativity to generate wonderful ideas. Like Atheerth Chandran from Trivandrum, who is truly a serial innovator. Atheerth says he had a passion for trying out new things right from childhood. He got fascinated with electronics when he attended the basic electronics vacation course at Jawahar Balbhavan in Trivandrum. Atheerth says his parents were very supportive and always encouraged him to pursue his interests.

A turning point in his life was his meeting with Mr. T.J James, Director of Innoaction India, an organization that promotes innovation & creativity at all levels. He motivated Atheerth to submit his project for Ignite, an annual national competition to harness the creative and innovative spirit of school children. Atheerth’s innovation, an Automatic Blade Swinging (ABS) Ceiling Fan won him the IGNITE National Award 13, organized by National Innovation Foundation, Government of India.

In a normal fan, the three blades are set to the upper base of the fan in 180 degree angle. In the case of this new generation automatic blade swinging ceiling fan, when 250 Volts AC passes through the two coils of the fan it spins. The spinning power helps the fan’s blades to swing upward. While switching off the fan, spinning power decreases. As a result, the blades swing downward. Use of this fan is that both sides of the blades can be easily cleaned, which is tough in the case of a normal fan. In this fan, a door hinge is used for the upward and downward movement.

Here is a short video about this innovation.

Here are some of the other innovations by Atheerth.

1.Laser light Remote controlling devices

Operate electrical appliances with the help of laser light

2. Stun Gun (safety device for women)

A device which helps women to defend themselves

3.Computerized Remote Controlling Appliances

Control home appliances using laptops and desktop computers

4. Automatic Bird Trap

When a bird enters the cage; the cage door automatically closes

5.Remote Controlling of Crackers

Using a toy walkies-talkie wireless set, we can control fire works; safely from a limited distance

6. Mechanical Power to Electrical Power.

Using an orbitrek, we can generate electricity while exercising

7. Remote controlling School Bell.

Using cell phones, we can operate school bells from a distance

8. Harm Less Short Range Gun.

9. Safety Switch.

Turning on a switch with wet hand can cause an electric shock, but this switch will never cause a shock, even when the hand is wet with salt water.

10. House Security System.

When a person tries to unlock our house, we will get an alert in our cell phone. Also, the thief will get an electric shock through the lock. The balcony lights and security lights will also turn on.

Atheerth, wish you good luck with your future innovations! May you be a source of inspiration for all our children….