Today was a very interesting day for the children of grade3 as they had all dressed up in their state attires and looked looked amazing and full of colours. The enthusiasm they had to share about their traditional dress and the recipe specific to their place was extravagant as they shared their thoughts with each other. To add on the teachers also had dressed in their state costume and the students took a lot of interest in learning about their dress and details about their festivals, food etc.
They were thus able to arrive at an understanding of their second line of inquiry- Similarities and differences between people. The interviews that Followed did give them a more vivid picture of how people are similar and different on various grounds.
They were thus able to arrive at an understanding of their second line of inquiry- Similarities and differences between people. The interviews that Followed did give them a more vivid picture of how people are similar and different on various grounds.
It was a wonderful learning experience for teachers as well. The children arrived at the understanding that even though we eat different kinds of food, wear different kind of clothes and have different lifestyles and celebrations still we are all the same as we need food, clothing, shelter and celebrations!!
ReplyDeleteCross cultural interactions are extremely healthy and I really appreciate the efforts put in for this by the teachers, the children and the parents. In this day and age, its an important aspect of education to make our children tolerant and respectful. I totally enjoyed being part of it!! Divya (Sankalp's Mum)
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