Divaswapna, An Educator’s Reverie Written by Gijubhai Badheka; Translated by Chittaranjan Pathak Published by National Book Trust, New Delhi Excerpts from the book: I waited eagerly for the school to begin. I was eager to take my class and start my work; eager to put my new plan into practice; eager to bring about peace… [ Continue Reading ]
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Minor Accidents and Wounds in children: Response & Precaution
Most minor mishaps do not require any medical attention at all. The human body has its own way of dealing with them. In fact, often, administration of first aid by an over-enthusiastic elder can hamper the natural process of healing. For example, antiseptic creams often delay wound-healing while doing little to prevent unlikely infection. Sticking… [ Continue Reading ]
Wonder in the Sand
Adventures in the Desert Written by Cheryl Rao Illustrations by Ashish Sengupta Published by National Book Trust, New Delhi Two children from Mumbai spend a year in a small army township in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. Missing the urban sights and sounds, it takes them a while to get used to living in… [ Continue Reading ]
The Final Glacier
A Journey to Gaumukh Written by Sheila Sharma Translated by Shama Chowdhury Illustrations by Reenie Kaur Published by National Book Trust, New Delhi Excerpts from the book: Devyani and Aditya were so tired that they could hardly keep their eyes open and at Harsil they couldn’t wait to fall into bed. But Grandpa insisted that… [ Continue Reading ]
Checklists of Children’s Science Activities
In their thought-provoking book, ‘UNESCO Sourcebook for Science in the Primary School: a Workshop Approach to Teacher Education’, Wynne Harlen and Jos Elstgeest provide a means of self-evaluation which teachers can use at those points when they ask themselves ‘how good a job am I doing?’ They present three check-lists relating to children’s activities, their… [ Continue Reading ]
What clothes will your new baby need?
Have you planned the clothes you baby will need when you bring her back from the hospital? What about the clothes that she will need during the first few months? Here is a list to start you off. Home from the hospital gear: Travel outfit (jacket, hat, blanket and coverall with legs to accommodate car… [ Continue Reading ]
What to do when a child is in shock?
Make your child lie down with his head lower than his feet so that adequate amount of blood returns to his brain. Keep his head turned to one side so that if he vomits, he will not choke. Loosen any tight clothing so that his breathing is not restricted. Cover with a blanket or a… [ Continue Reading ]
The Family Album
Cheerful Spirits Written by Gita Iyengar Illustrations by Pulak Biswas Published by National Book Trust, New Delhi Summer vacations seemed never-ending when Priya first moved into her new home. Till she met Hari, the boy living next door. Suddenly excitement fills the air as they go about exploring the nooks and crannies of Hari’s cluttered… [ Continue Reading ]
What to do when a child has rashes?
Use plain water to clean the rash area. Don’t use soap or diaper wipes, as they could be irritating. Dry the child’s bottom completely before putting on fresh nappies/panties. Use an extra-absorbent liner inside the diapers. Apply petroleum jelly or any diaper ointment on the area. Do not use plastic panties over nappies until the… [ Continue Reading ]
Bruises on children: Response & Precaution
A bruise appears when blood vessels under the skin are crushed or broken and the blood escapes into the tissue. The area looks red at first and then turns bluish black. As the escaped blood is broken down and reabsorbed, the area looks greenish-yellow. Trivial bruises: These are a normal part of life and need… [ Continue Reading ]
