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As a working professional one thing that most people have to do is create slides to present their ideas, findings, etc. The fundamentals of creating a slide deck can be learnt easily at a young age if we keep the technology aside and just allow children to create something with just pen and paper!

With the completion of our team building activity, we are now ready to introduce our students to the STEM(science, technology, engineering and mathematics) activities. It is important to show the students how applying science concepts can be integral in solving real-world problems and also how one c

Understanding the properties behind substances that are commonly found is one of the first steps towards a deeper understanding of chemistry. Diving deep into properties that kids come across every day through interesting activities like secret messages and soda bottle rockets is one way to do that!

Do you know how we can move something without even touching it? It is the force that can be felt but not seen. Such an important property is exhibited by a magnet, a material that produces a magnetic field. Magnetic field is the force (around magnets) that attracts some materials and repels others.

Don't we use measurements for just about everything in life? Measurement, in science, is a process of finding quantitative or numerical data that describes the property of an object or event. The science of measurement (metrology) and its application is useful right from measuring the ingredients re

Our school system is structured around rewards for regurgitating the right answer, and not asking smart questions – in fact, several times, it discourages asking questions. With the result that as we grow older, we stop asking questions. Yet asking good questions is essential to find and develop sol

Knowing the direction of the wind is an important part of predicting weather because wind brings us our weather. A wind vane is a tool for measuring wind direction and was probably one of the first weather instruments ever used. To determine wind direction, a wind vane spins and points in the direct

In recent times, water, sanitation and hygiene are the words that are mostly mentioned together. Have you wondered why? Yes, it's the water pollution which hasn't spared any water body. Lucky are those who do not have to worry about the cleanliness of water supplied to their homes. But even now hund

Every engineer will agree that no matter how big a machine is, it can be broken down into simple parts which together propel the entire machine into motion. Cardboard Automata can be a playful way to explore simple mechanical elements such as gears, levers, and linkages, while creating a simple movi

Written by Deepak Dennison What happens when one drops an egg from a height? It breaks, right? This activity is to challenge our makers to drop an egg from a height, without breaking it, by combining the magic of science and making. The primary objective of this activity is to show the students how

Things that fly and bounce are objects of fascination for almost all the children. In this activity, we will combine the process of creating something fun and scientific at the same time. This activity is all about creating a paper plane launcher. A paper plane launcher is nothing but a simple paper

It is important to have a roadmap before we start any journey. So, let’s begin our journey by understanding some basics - What is Prayogshala? Why are we here? What are the norms to be followed? Time Taken 75 Mins Resources needed per student • Cardboard • Pencil/Pen • Colour Pencils/Sketch Pens/

Children are usually excited to make objects that they can put to everyday use since it gives the making process much more purpose. In this activity, we’ll walk students through making magnetic compasses, which work based on the Earth’s magnetic field. Kids would love to make this since it might co

All of us enjoy the abundant beauty of nature around us. Sometimes curiosity gets the better of us and we may love to capture it perfectly in our mind. Unfortunately, we might not always get the clarity we hope for. A pinhole camera makes it possible for us to not just see things, but also adjust th

It is often said that one way to go around the world from one place is through the world of books. While reading does take us to faraway places with imagery, today, we are going to explore Indian states through maps! Through this activity, we can get kids acquainted with not just the Indian states

Children generally love it when they are taken to zoos or sanctuaries since the proximity to different species excites them. By making a habitat diorama, we can take children closer to animals and their living conditions, while deepening their understanding of animal adaptations, vegetations specifi

Which kid doesn't love a session a chance to get fully creative with bits of colourful paper added to the mix? Making bookmarks does just that! In this activity, facilitators can simply supply children with the required materials and watch them get creative. Who knows? The bookmarks they make might

The simplest bridge forms have been used since time immemorial. Building bridges is an interesting activity that takes careful planning and design. What makes it even more interesting is building a bridge using simple, easily available everyday materials. While bridges come in multiple shapes and si

Chain reactions are one of the most fascinating concepts in science. A Rube Goldberg machine uses the concepts of multiple simple machines to create a chain reaction, which is usually designed to achieve a particular action, such as to turn on a switch, to pop a balloon, etc. This machine consists o

Written by Pavithra Murugan Catapults are devices used to launch objects using the simple principles of force and projectile motion. In this activity, children will have to build a catapult to move a simple object from one place to another. Building a catapult combines multiple concepts in mathemat

After our Intro to Prayogshala session, we will work on building the teams. Collaboration and teamwork are among the essential pillars for building a Prayogshala. They aid in better listening and speaking habits, improve confidence levels, supplement children's learning, and aid in future employabil

Setting down the norms and establishing the responsibility of each team in the Prayogshala can ensure the smooth functioning of the space. In this activity, the facilitator will have to recap the norms and expectations decided by the students and the facilitator together during the first session of

Solar energy is the most renewable form of energy. Wouldn't it be amazing to teach kids about the renewable nature of solar power, harnessing energy, and sustainability all in one activity, by majorly using the heat from the sun and some simple materials? The solar cooker activity does exactly that!

Written by Haritha Sridhar How many of us get excited looking at the mirror & making sure we look good before we step out of our homes? Almost all of us right? But did you know mirrors can actually help us win wars as well? Oh yes! For a very long time sailors, pilots & the military used the simple

Planning & Organising. While we are constantly after children to keep their environment tidy, one thing we don’t teach them is to organize their items properly. If they are taught to organize well and then keep it back to the place it belongs, there is a higher chance of them keeping their workspac

Clothing is a well-organised industry where science plays a major role right from fibre to fabric. Plant or synthetic fibres are first converted to yarns and then fabrics. Weaving and knitting are two main ways to make fabrics from yarns. Weaving is the process of producing a fabric/cloth that invol

In general, students find it intriguing and interesting to put on something different. They get even more excited when they get to wear their creation along with their friends. Making a bird mask gives them the perfect opportunity for this. Students can pick their favourite bird and make the mask th

One of the main features of critical thinking is the ability to challenge assumptions in a logical and rational way. In a way, every great innovation is a result of critical thinking, where it challenged the existing assumptions to create something radically new. This activity is intended to nudge t

Playing games can add joy to life, relieve stress, supercharge learning, and connect you to others and the world around you. But what could be more exciting than playing games? It's making one. In this activity, we are going to the kick start the creative brain cells of our children to make games.

Setting down the norms and establishing the responsibility of each team in the Prayogshala can ensure the smooth functioning of the space. In this activity, the facilitator will have to recap the norms and expectations decided by the students and the facilitator together during the first session of