Media Release
Mangaluru, Aug 11: The month of August at St Agnes CBSE Kindergarten unfolded like a colourful tapestry of creativity and national pride, brought to life through the vibrant theme ‘India on my palm.’ With Independence Day at its heart, the month carried a special significance, inspiring the young learners to explore the rich culture, heritage, and symbols of the beloved nation. Through a series of engaging and imaginative activities, they embarked on a joyful journey that was as enriching in knowledge as it was delightful in experience.
The celebrations began with an artistic flourish as the children created a striking Ashoka Chakra using their colourful handprints. Tiny palms, dipped in bright paints, came together in perfect harmony to form the wheel of pride, each print a joyful mark of love for the country. Building on this creative momentum, the children then crafted a peacock—the national bird—using vibrant palm impressions. The merging of colours into feathery patterns captivated their imagination and reflected the beauty of India’s treasured symbol.
The journey continued with thumb painting the Indian map in the tricolour. As the little fingers left saffron, white, and green impressions on paper, the children not only discovered the distinctive outline of India but also connected deeply with its identity. The map, once complete, radiated with colour and meaning.
Adding another layer of learning, the students made a garland of palm handprints, adorned with pictures of national leaders. Each image sparked curiosity about the great men and women whose vision and courage shaped our nation’s destiny. Soon after, the creativity spread to the making of a banyan tree—the national tree—brought to life with tricolour palm prints, standing tall as a proud emblem of resilience and unity.
To reinforce these concepts, worksheets featuring national symbols—the lotus, tiger, mango, and more—were given for colouring. This quiet, focused activity enhanced fine motor skills while building visual recognition of the country’s emblems. The learning spirit extended beyond art into interactive games that merged play with knowledge. In one game, children quickly identified national symbols named by the teacher, sharpening memory and observation skills. In another, ‘Bombing the City,’ they enthusiastically ran to pictures of famous monuments, turning learning into a joyful race of recognition and speed.
Public speaking found its place in the form of ‘Display and Tell,’ where children proudly held up national symbols or leader cutouts and spoke a few words about them. Though small in stature, their voices carried the pride of a citizen in the making.
Every activity was a celebration of teamwork and guidance. Children helped one another in painting, pasting, and arranging, while teachers turned each moment into a meaningful opportunity for learning and self-expression. The palm handprints became more than just crafts—they were personal imprints of love for the nation, a tangible connection that placed “India” quite literally in their hands.
The colourful creations now brighten the classrooms and corridors, standing as cheerful reminders of the month’s experiences. Through ‘India on my palm,’ the young learners not only absorbed knowledge about the nation’s symbols and heritage but also developed confidence, coordination, and communication skills. Most importantly, they nurtured a sense of belonging and pride in being citizens of India.
The theme “India on My Palm” seamlessly blended creativity with culture, turning every child into a little ambassador of patriotism and leaving a joyful chapter of discovery, pride, and togetherness etched in their hearts.