Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Media and it's influence
When I was growing up, the biggest influences for me were from school, parents and my friends. Growing up I didnt know what was daily television hour...the only shows I can remember of (other than the daily news) is the one off cartoon show on DD channel. But in less than 2 decades there seems to be a big change. Media in terms of - Television, internet, radio and printed material has taken over our lives.
The benefits of this growth are early readiness for learning, educational enrichment, exposure and awareness of different cultures and not to mention a lot of entertainment.
Having said that, media influence on the children is not always positive. Television viewing takes time away from social interactions, such as conversation, storytelling, imaginative play, intellectual pursuits and leisure reading that promotes literacy.
We as parents need to constantly monitor what our children watch and assist them in making good choices. We must remember that the amount of viewing, the kind of programs watched are factors that affect children’s attitude and achievement.
Comment and let us know what is your child's favorite Television show?
The benefits of this growth are early readiness for learning, educational enrichment, exposure and awareness of different cultures and not to mention a lot of entertainment.
Having said that, media influence on the children is not always positive. Television viewing takes time away from social interactions, such as conversation, storytelling, imaginative play, intellectual pursuits and leisure reading that promotes literacy.
We as parents need to constantly monitor what our children watch and assist them in making good choices. We must remember that the amount of viewing, the kind of programs watched are factors that affect children’s attitude and achievement.
Comment and let us know what is your child's favorite Television show?
Sunday, October 17, 2010
The Story ends like this....
Young readers,
Here is a chance to show us your creative writing skills.
We will soon publish part of a story and we would like you to complete the rest. Does this sound exciting? Hang on...we are giving away landmark gift certificates...not one...but three of them!
This is a contest for kids 9 years and above (members and non-members).
Keep watching this page for more info.
Here is a chance to show us your creative writing skills.
We will soon publish part of a story and we would like you to complete the rest. Does this sound exciting? Hang on...we are giving away landmark gift certificates...not one...but three of them!
This is a contest for kids 9 years and above (members and non-members).
Keep watching this page for more info.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Read to your child - give the gift of knowledge (Contest)
"Children are made readers on the laps of their parents." - Emilie Buchwald
One of the nicest activities that you and your child can enjoy is reading a book together. It develops a lot of skills, from increasing attention span and building vocabulary, to developing emotional intelligence.
Reading to your child has innumerable benefits. Listed below are a few
- Increases the child's vocabulary
- Being read to, helps the child learn how to express himself clearly and confidently.
- Child's imagination and creativity develops
- Reading to child gives him a desire to read
Here are a few fun ways of reading to your child
- Make reading an everyday activity.
- Modulate the tones and enact the characters from the book.
- Let your child choose the book he/she wants to read. Reading what interests him/her is one way to make it fun.
- Don't limit reading to books. When you are out - read with your child the billboards, banners, shopping list, restaurant menu or any other print material.
- As a parent, you are your child's role model. Set an example by reading yourself, be it a newspaper or a magazine or a book.
- Visit a library regulary and surround him/her with books.
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.”
—Dr. Seuss
We have 4 gift certificates to giveaway. Win yourself one!
To enter, post a comment on this blog by telling us the book you and your child enjoy reading together.
Contest closes 28th October,2010. To earn extra entries, after you have left a comment, do one of the following.
Contest closes 28th October,2010. To earn extra entries, after you have left a comment, do one of the following.
- Subscribe to OBX
- Be a fan of OBX on Facebook Page
Last 2 days...rush in your entries and win yourself the gift certificate.
Programs at OBX
I. READ program - (Reading Enrichment and Development )
1. Ages - 4-5
Level 1: Mondays and Wednesdays : 5.30 - 7.00 pm starting Oct 18th
Level 2: Thursdays - 5.00 - 7.00 pm starting October 21st
2. Ages 5-8
Level 2: Tuesdays - 5.00 - 7.00 pm, starting October 19th
3. Ages 8-12
Success with Comprehension and writing.
Every Thursday starting October 28th
II. ROBOTICS Classes by Robokul
Ages 6 - 10
Every Saturday for 6 weeks starting October 23rd
III. KEYBOARD Classes
Every Tuesday 5.00 - 6.30
IV. FUN SCIENCE LEARNING
We are very excited to start this series every Saturday from November 13th, for ages 6 to 10.
More updates to follow!
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Workshops Details
Photography :
This festive season give your child the gift of photography. This workshop will give him an artistic perspective and will bring out the creative side in him. Whether your child is a first timer or has clicked a few random pictures, there are skills to learn that can make Photography an enjoyable and captivating hobby.
Jayanth and his team will give insights into the basics of photography. There will be a lot of awesome moments for your child to capture. At the end of the session, children are bound to leave the place with picture perfect smile.
Date : October 11th - October 14th
Time : 10AM - 1:00PM
Cost : Rs1600/-
Creative Thinking and Writing:
Join Out of the box for a fun filled 5 day theme based literary workshop. This workshop will help your child to expand his horizon when it comes to writing and better their ablities to express themselves. The session will end with a quiz based on the week's activities.
Dates : October 11th - October 15th
Time : 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Cost : Rs1250/-
This festive season give your child the gift of photography. This workshop will give him an artistic perspective and will bring out the creative side in him. Whether your child is a first timer or has clicked a few random pictures, there are skills to learn that can make Photography an enjoyable and captivating hobby.
Jayanth and his team will give insights into the basics of photography. There will be a lot of awesome moments for your child to capture. At the end of the session, children are bound to leave the place with picture perfect smile.
Date : October 11th - October 14th
Time : 10AM - 1:00PM
Cost : Rs1600/-
Creative Thinking and Writing:
Join Out of the box for a fun filled 5 day theme based literary workshop. This workshop will help your child to expand his horizon when it comes to writing and better their ablities to express themselves. The session will end with a quiz based on the week's activities.
| Day | Author | Theme book |
| Day I | Roald Dahl | Charlie and the chocolate Factory |
| Day II | R.L Stevenson | Treasure Island |
| Day III | Roald Dahl | Witches |
| Day IV | Louis Sachar | Sideway stories from Wayside School |
| Day V | An 'out-of -the box' quiz | |
Dates : October 11th - October 15th
Time : 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Cost : Rs1250/-
Monday, October 4, 2010
Clay Modeling Workshop
CONCEPT :
Apart from playing with the squeashy squashy clay and messing up their clothes, in this workshop, children will pinch,poke,hit,roll and clay to fashion earthen items that not only mirror the child's individual character but also captures their interest and imagination.
WORKSHOP DESIGN :
Children will get to follow the mentor and create clay things individually on the first day. On the second day, they will work in small groups of three's to make their own 'awesome' creations. This pattern will follow all the three techniques of pinching, coiling and slab work. On the fifth day,children can invite their family and friends for a small exhibition of their work.
Table showing list of items that children will learn and do across the five days
Dates: 11th to 15th October 2010 (5days)
Apart from playing with the squeashy squashy clay and messing up their clothes, in this workshop, children will pinch,poke,hit,roll and clay to fashion earthen items that not only mirror the child's individual character but also captures their interest and imagination.
WORKSHOP DESIGN :
Children will get to follow the mentor and create clay things individually on the first day. On the second day, they will work in small groups of three's to make their own 'awesome' creations. This pattern will follow all the three techniques of pinching, coiling and slab work. On the fifth day,children can invite their family and friends for a small exhibition of their work.
Table showing list of items that children will learn and do across the five days
| DAYS | LEARNING and CREATING | |
| Technique | Products | |
| Day I | Pinching | Bowl, lamp, tortoise, mushroom and hat. |
| Day II | Pinching | Children’s own creations |
| Day III | Coiling | Coaster, snail, snake and pot |
| Day IV | Coiling | Children’s own creations |
| Day V | Slab work | Seals, coins, tiles and box and Exhibition |
Dates: 11th to 15th October 2010 (5days)
Age: 5 and above
Timing: 10:30- 12:30
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Holiday Activities @ OBX
Dussera holidays are just around the corner. This festive season we are offering enriching and entertaining courses to children of all age groups. Sign up now to let your child explore the creative spirit in him.
More details to follow.
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