Author: journal jotting

It is strange to see how many of us complain,'Am depressed' and stranger to hear this from class 5 kids!I was travelling in the school bus when one child told his friend,"Am so stressed" and his friend said,"Full depression,da".This was because they don't get to play during the week they have tests.We really have to… Continue reading Simple Ways to Take Care of your ‘Self’

Safe spaces in Schools Image by journalmuse.net If you are the class teacher,you are in complete charge of your class.It is interesting and maybe overwhelming to be handling all the students as a class teacher.When you set rules in a creative way ,your students become more receptive. Here are nine, simple ways to create safe… Continue reading Creating Safe Spaces

Teacher's Dossier When we start working as a teacher, often we forget to record our progress. We do know that we learn every time we enter a classroom.Every academic year, we strive towards excellence. We set standards that are on par with professionals from the corporate world. And ,we do this without expectations or incentives.… Continue reading Teachers : Portfolio

Neha G  Utmani is a Visual art facilitator who believes in teaching children to create an everlasting impact. She has a rich experience of several years in working with children. This post was published on her blog: http://nehautmani.blogspot.com/2016/10/identity.html and is made available here, with her kind permission. The session plan below is structured and facilitated… Continue reading Visual Art – Understanding Identity

When I stepped into the teacher's shoes more than a decade ago, I was nervous and had to figure out most things. Now there's no looking back. Yet I know that it will really boost your morale to know there's someone to support you on this incredible journey. So here we are congratulating you on… Continue reading New to Teaching?

How would it be if we can incorporate small activities that promote self-care in a creative manner? There are plenty of activities that help create a balance. The more I read about chronic illnesses and the stress that children undergo, the more I realize that it is so very important to focus on mental health.… Continue reading Creative Care

 Accepting your self will help you move ahead in every sphere of your life. When you are in a state of acceptance, the way you respond is better. "Life, after all provides you a chance every moment to get better. Counting your blessings, feeling grateful create a sense of harmony within you" -  journal jottingTry this… Continue reading Acceptance