“Step into a world where characters leap off the page and every book becomes a portal to a new adventure.”
Embracing this spirit, from April 20-24, The Indian School – Second Shift observed its annual Library and Literary Week, a celebration dedicated to the joy of reading and the power of language. In alignment with the National Education Policy's focus on holistic development, the event featured a variety of activity-based learning sessions for students in classes 1–10. By engaging with English, Hindi, Sanskrit, and French through creative expression, students deepened their appreciation for global literature in a vibrant and meaningful environment.
The first session was designed to transform “stage fright” into “stage might.” Ms Jayshree Mehta led students through a high-energy exploration of communication, focusing on building the foundational confidence needed to speak before an audience. The storytelling workshop conducted by Ms Vandana Tandon from The Times of India (TOI) offered a masterclass in narrative craft, emphasising that a story’s strength lies in its emotional resonance and structural clarity. Ms Sanjula Sharma’s session focused on unlocking imaginative potential and refining the technical nuances of writing, guiding students in transforming abstract ideas into structured narratives. Ms Indu Punj introduced the engaging “Sing-Along” storytelling method, blending music with narration to demonstrate how language barriers dissolve through rhythm and participation. Mr Riyaz Nazish provided insights into the creative and technical aspects of audio-visual production, breaking down the filmmaking process into accessible and engaging stages.
Class-wise Highlights
Class 1 began with a creative session inspired by The Runaway Pancake, where children sculpted imaginative pancakes using play dough and clay. The following day shifted to Hindi literature through bookmark-making, practising neat handwriting with “Suvichar” and decorative designs.
Class 2 explored role play and creative writing, strengthening descriptive Hindi through Book Jacket prompts and designing original covers.
Class 3 included clay modelling of characters, Hindi poetry recitation, and newspaper analysis as budding reporters, concluding with calligraphy bookmarks carrying motivational messages.
Class 4 created Author Profile Cards, designed English book jackets, and explored Panchatantra stories through Hindi narrative writing and character analysis.
Class 5 turned T-shirts into “living canvases” for English idioms, followed by heritage-themed bookmarks. The week concluded with “Puppetry and Persona,” blending craft with performance.
Class 6 designed comic strips, reimagined book covers, created Sanskrit “Shabd-Maala,” and shared critical insights through book reviews.
Class 7 included scripting TV commercials, illustrating dialogues through Samvad Chitran, designing newspapers, and presenting Sanskrit and French cultural elements.
Class 8 engaged in Blackout Poetry, book cover design, Library Café discussions, Sanskrit grammar displays, and French cultural showcases.
Class 9 focused on oratory and writing through Monologue Writing, Samvad Lekhan, Book Brawls, and Book Talk Speed Dating, enhancing public speaking and persuasive skills.
Class 10 explored Flash Fiction, collaborative Story Chains, and an “Author: Ask Me Anything” roleplay, along with French cultural design activities.
Library and Literary Week was a resounding success, transforming classrooms into spaces of imagination, expression, and exploration. It nurtured a love for reading while enabling learners to think creatively, communicate confidently, and appreciate the richness of languages and cultures.
As the week came to a close, it left behind not just memories but a lasting message—books are not merely pages to be read, but worlds to be discovered, voices to be heard, and ideas to be shared.
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