MATHEMATICSThe students continued to divide Large Numbers by 1-digit divisor. They further developed an understanding to divide large numbers by 2-digit divisors too. They practiced division questions using tables till 20 and also practiced tricks and ways to divide by numbers beyond 20 (21-25). Division by 10, 100, 1000 was made easier by learning to do the same by using Mental Math. The learning of Division was culminated by practicing to solve real life situations by applying their inderstanding of division. ENGLISHIn the beginning of August, the students embarked on an exciting month of language learning. This monthly blog will unveil the activities done and lessons learned. They began by strengthening their conceptual knowledge of subject-verb concord, understanding its importance, and mastering sentence agreement. They then explored the world of phrasal verbs, unravelling their everyday usage by explanation and videos. They understood the significance of diary entries and their expressive power, with continued teacher support. Parents were invited to the Parent Walk-In event and they got the opportunity to witness their child's language progress. The students reinforced their phrasal verb skills with engaging exercises. They delved into supplementary reading, Unit 3, with comprehensive explanations and explored participles while applying their knowledge with practice exercises. The learners immersed themselves in the world of rainforests through a video and discussion on it. They delved deep into Unit 15's phrases and meanings, reviewed homework, recapped tenses, and explored perfect tenses. The final week focused on perfecting tenses, oral discussions, and problem-solving with the concept of a problem tree. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eFiZbB9aJQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bg9KyyM6O4M SCIENCEAfter showcasing their talent in the successful parent walk in, students began to look into the plant world through the chapter ‘More about plants'. They learnt about the structure and different parts of a seed along with their types and functions. Germination and activity on germination made them aware of the factors affecting germination. Students learnt and were made aware of the importance of seed dispersal. Students observed vegetative propagation of potato in their classroom. They also became aware of the cropping pattern in India (rabi and kharif crop) and also about the steps in agriculture. Their knowledge was enhanced by showing them videos on how farming is done ( like step farming) and also how grading of seeds is done. The mind-map helped the students to get more clarity on the topics that were taught to them. Age-appropriate suitable videos, PPT and interactive sharing session were the methodologies used in guiding the learners throughout SOCIAL SCIENCETaking the learning journey ahead, this month the children learnt about the heat zones of the earth and drew the same in their notebook also. The topic ‘Saudi Arabia’, ‘Democratic Republic of Congo and ‘Grasslands’ were taken up simultaneously and discussed with the help of Project based learning. The class was divided into 6 main groups and the children were assigned the task to research, collaborate, and present the information in the form of a graphic organizer. The location was discussed with the help of the map of the respective area under discussion and life, occupations, climate, and transport etc. were discussed using visual and video illustrations. The children presented their graphic organizer and swapped the role as a teacher, after the children’s presentation, the teacher elucidated and took the topic further for better understanding. The chapter end exercises were also attempted and done in the book as well the notebook. The recapitulation of Greenland was also taken in this month. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1D2Bpo1AW0 Saudi Arabia - CBSE Class V Social Science Lesson - YouTube What is Congo famous for? CBSE| NCERT | CLASS V | Social Studies | Democratic Republic of Congo - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeyGjsHbx3M. HINDIछात्रों ने भाषा सप्ताह एकीकरण का अभ्यास (Parent walk- in) अंतरवैयक्तिक (Interpersonal), भाषा का विकास-क ख ग(MI) और वाचन कौशल (Skill) का विकास हेतु किया, जिसके अंदर छात्र क्रिकेट का खेल पाठ को नाट्य कला से जोड़ते हुए, प्रश्नोंतरी खेल के माध्यम से प्रस्तुत किया जोकि सराहनीय रहा। छात्रों को पीपीटी, चित्रों के माध्यम से तथा विडियो लिंक के द्वारा लिंग, वचन और कारक की जानकारी दी गई। व्याकरण पुस्तक से इनका पाठ-पठन करवाकर अभ्यास कार्य करवाया गया। Quizzes लिंक द्वारा लिंग, वचन और कारक की पुनरावृत्ति कराई गई। ‘सुमन एक उपवन’ कविता का भावार्थ समझाते हुए छात्रों को प्रकृति के पास जाने के लिए प्रेरित किया गया। सस्वर कविता वचन के साथ-साथ पुस्तकीय अभ्यास कार्य कराया गया। गतिविधि के रूप में छात्रों ने – प्रकृति–प्रेम से संबंधित नारा ल्रेखन का कार्य करते हुए वाचन कौशल(speaking Skills) का उतम प्रदर्शन किया। मस्तिष्क मानचित्र की सहायता और विडिओ लिंक के द्वारा सर्वनाम की पूर्ण जानकारी देते हुए पठन एवं अभ्यास कार्य कराया गया।सतत विकास लक्ष्य १४ - जलीय जीवों की सुरक्षा पर चर्चा करते हुए एक कहानी लिखवाई गई और छात्रों ने उसमें से सर्वनाम शब्दों को सूचीबद्ध किया। समान अर्थ वाले शब्दों की जानकारी देते हुए पर्यायवाची शब्दों की पहचान कराई गई लिंक एवं ऑनलाइन खेल के द्वारा विस्तृत जानकारी देते हुए पाठ का पठन व पुस्तकीय अभ्यास कराया गया। भाषायी योग्यता के विकास हेतु छात्रों के साथ रक्षा बंधन के त्योहार के महत्व पर भी चर्चा की गई | छात्रों ने त्योहारों से संबन्धित अपने प्यारे अनुभव कक्षा में सांझा किए। बौद्धिक विकास के साथ रचनात्मक एवं कलात्मक कला- कौशल का विकास हुआ। https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHCbBNi69eI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKuJHg0krGs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUHv8PLsA14 FRENCHIn the month of August, students were actively engaged in language arts lessons where they learned about accents, specifically the "aigu" and "grâce" accents. These diacritical marks play a significant role in French pronunciation and meaning. Furthermore, our students explored the names of vegetables and fruits, alongside understanding the usage of definite articles. This foundational knowledge is essential for building their language skills. In the realm of grammar, we introduced ‘er’ verbs, which are fundamental to French language acquisition. Suitable examples to help students grasp this concept effectively. Students expanded their vocabulary by learning the names of various animals. To reinforce their learning, students worked on workbook exercises related to lessons 4 and 7. SPAINISHStudents enjoyed the parents walk in participating with an energetic performance of the Spanish song "Soy un pez" (I am a Fish) The focus then shifted to plants, as a captivating video introduced the students to a variety of colourful fruits. Learning the Spanish word for fruits “Frutas” and vegetables, "Verduras." Building on this new knowledge, the students practiced crafting simple sentences. The class effortlessly produced sentences like "La manzana es roja y deliciosa" (the apple is red and delicious) and "El plátano es Amarillo y rico" (the banana is yellow and tasty). Taking the learning beyond the classroom, the students ventured into the school garden. The nature walk was an opportunity to observe and discuss the world around them in Spanish. They confidently chatted about leaves, flowers, and more. To wrap up the day creatively, each student illustrated their favorite garden spot. Through their drawings, the beauty of the garden – from the vibrant leaves to the peaceful corners – came alive once again. This day of nature, and language left the students enriched with new Spanish vocabulary and a deeper appreciation for the world around them. GERMANStudents learnt about names of fruits and vegetables, vocabulary about nature, colours through nature and everyday words to frame basic questions to initiate and develop conversations. The following grammar topics were covered - articles (definite and indefinite and negative),verbs-sein(to be) and haben etc. SANSKRITमध्यमपुरुषः – एकवचनम्,द्विवचनम् और बहुवचनम् को व्याकरणिक नियमों की सहायता से स्पष्ट किया गया। छात्रों की संस्कृत-भाषा में अब धीरे-धीरे पकड़ होने लगी। सप्ताहांत गृहकार्य संस्कृत अभ्यास हेतु दिया गया। ICTThe students were really excited to create a mail invite for their friends. So, they were introduced to the concept of mail merge where they were able to send all the invites to as many friends as they wanted together. They learnt how to prepare a data source file (recipient list), they created the main document. Then they were easily able to preview those invitations. They applied this practically in their Lab sessions. PHYSICAL EDUCATIONUnder the guidance of their respective teachers/ coaches, students learnt: Badminton: Evaluation of skills, skill demonstration by students, practice with teacher, 11 points match, Knockout matches and match playing. Gymnastics: Basic floor exercises and balancing beam activities, performed on a padded floor mat, involving a combination of forward roll, backward roll, handstand and artistic exercise, walking and balancing on the beam. Judo: Ushiro Ukemi (Backward fall), Mae Ukemi (Forward fall) Cricket: Batting Basics, Front foot defence, Backfoot defence, Bowling basics, Pace bowling, spin bowling, Fielding drills, Running between the wickets, Practice Matches to apply all the knowledge. Basketball: Shooting Layups: A fundamental shot where a player drives to the basket and shoots the ball off the backboard or into the hoop and Free Throws Football: Push pass, In step receiving the ball, Outstep Receiving and Chest pass, Kicking; Drills to teach In step, Out step, Chip shot, Short and long-distance kicking. Heading and Throwing and Defense. Swimming: Basic Strokes: Front Crawl (Freestyle), Backstroke Shooting (Grade 5 and Above): Shooting Techniques (Timed Fire), Fundamentals of the Shoot: Preparation, Aim, Breathing, Trigger control, Follow through, Scoring INDIAN MUSICअगस्त माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: शुद्ध स्वर अलंकार गीत: राग सारंग ,कश्मीरी लोक गीत ,कजरी लोक गीत प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा, ऑडियो ट्रैक गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक , प्रतियोगिता में प्रस्तुति के महत्वपूर्ण बिंदु सन्दर्भ वीडियो लिंक: 3-चयनित छात्र छात्रों ने पेरन्ट वाक इन मे कश्मीरी लोक गीत का प्रदर्शन विभिन वाद्यों (हारमोनियम , तबला ,बांगो,शेकर्स , स्क्रेपर , घुंगरू , मंजीरा एवं ढपली )के साथ किया. 4.चयनित छात्र छात्रों ने पेरन्ट वाक इन मे उत्तर प्रदेश के लोक गीत का प्रदर्शन ( सामाजिक विज्ञान एवं संगीत के एकीकरण) विभिन वाद्यों (हारमोनियम , तबला ,बांगो,शेकर्स , स्क्रेपर , घुंगरू , मंजीरा एवं ढपली )के साथ किया. 5. चयनित छात्र छात्रों ने पेरन्ट वाक इन मे संस्कृत स्लोको का प्रदर्शन ( भाषा एवं संगीत के एकीकरण) विभिन वाद्यों (हारमोनियम , तबला ,शेकर्स , स्क्रेपर , घुंगरू , मंजीरा एवं ढपली )के साथ किया. वाद्य - कांगो , बोंगो , शेकर्स , स्क्रेपर , घुंगरू , मंजीरा , ढपली एवं तबला का प्रारंभिक परिचय , हस्तमुद्रा (तीन ताल) एवं भजनी ठेका। WESTERN MUSICSong prcatised: "Peace like a river" Related to Aesop's fable- 'The Hare and the Tortoise'. The fable teaches the lesson that consistent effort and determination can overcome even natural advantages. Instrument used/ taught: Piano and guitar INDIAN DANCEThe right way to celebrate the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami is to embrace and follow the teachings of lord Krishna from bBhagwat Geeta.The power of Shree Krishna destroys all your sorrows, enhances your happiness, and creates goodness all around. With this thought, in August students learnt a beautiful Krishna Vandana on the song - "Shri Krishna govinda" in Kathak style along with beautiful postures, mudras and body balancing.May the festive vibes of Onam inspire you to embrace the goodness of life, share your blessings, and create beautiful memories with those you cherish. The new choreography started with the enthusiastic Onam dance on the occasion of Onam. Using the contemporary tools and feeling of hasya ras, students learnt an energetic South Indian folk dance. Contemporary tools give students the scope to push themselves to build their flexibility and it is one of the best calisthenic exercise. Patriotic choreography was an amalgamation of contemporary movement and folk authentic using vocals as the secondary tool. The choreography was done in modern style keeping the essence of Tollywood intact. WESTERN DANCEMay the festive vibes of Onam inspire you to embrace the goodness of life, share your blessings, and create beautiful memories with those you cherish. The new choreography started with the enthusiastic Onam dance on the occasion of Onam. Using the contemporary tools and feeling of hasya ras, students learnt an energetic South Indian folk dance. Contemporary tools give students the scope to push themselves to build their flexibility and it is one of the best calisthenic exercise. Patriotic choreography was an amalgamation of contemporary movement and folk authentic using vocals as the secondary tool. The choreography was done in modern style keeping the essence of Tollywood intact. DRAMAStudents learnt more about using their voices effectively and engaging in speech-related activities. August is the month when India celebrates its Independence. To mark this special occasion and truly grasp its significance, drama students performed a play called "Tiranga" on 15th of August. Additionally, students enacted important moments from India's struggle for independence in their classrooms. In an effort to understand the value of freedom, students also came up with improvised scenes that depicted the challenges Indians faced before gaining independence. This experience really helped them better understand and appreciate the sacrifices made by those who fought for our freedom. It is because of these valiant individuals that we enjoy our freedom today. VISUAL ARTSStudents made compositions on varoius types of birds and animals using complementary and supplementary colours. They also drew Krishna paintings using warm and cool colours. PARENT WALK-INSuncity School-37D Gurugram : A Fusion of Learning and Creativity! “Education is the shared commitment between motivated students, enthusiastic parents and dedicated teachers.” – Bob Beauprez Students of Grade 5 participated in the Parent Walk-in, a unique concept to Suncity School, which blended all the languages (English, French, Spanish, German, Hindi & Sanskrit), Social Science and Performing Arts seamlessly with the Subject Integration Week.The event commenced with Sanskrit Shlok, followed by French, German and Spanish songs merging the Third language with Music. One would have thought that Cricket is played on the sports field, the students very effortlessly unified a chapter in Hindi on Cricket, and brought their A-game onto the stage where they performed a Cricket Dance to the number ‘Padoge Likhoge’. Students were divided into focused teams, and ingeniously linked the concept of igloos to the pressing issue of Climate Change, aligning with SDG 13. They also delved into Greenland’s rich history, supported by evocative Diary Entries, insightful writeups about the life of Inuit’s and transformation of transportation. Students from the Hindi group, brought in their own flavor of KBC, centered around the sport of cricket. This initiative showcased not only the students' linguistic prowess but also their creativity in designing an engaging learning format.This role reversal provided parents with an intimate glimpse into their children's daily learning experiences, fostering a deeper understanding and connection. The whole event bore witness to our 5th graders exhibiting 21st century skills and Multiple Intelligences revolving around Sustainable Development Goals and blending various subjects together. INDEPENDENCE DAY76 years of India’s Independence The spirit of patriotism and unity reverberated through the premises of Suncity School 37D, Gurgaon, as the school celebrated the 76th Independence Day of India with great enthusiasm and pride. The event showcased a remarkable blend of dances, dramas, songs and speeches, emphasizing the importance of our nation's freedom struggle, our rich culture and heritage, and how much our nation has grown. The event was graced by none other than Major General Bipin Bakshi as our revered Chief Guest, Mr. Krishna Kumar Gaur Vice president of Blue Nudge- our Guest of Honour , members of the management Ms Nandini Singh, Ms Varsha Johrar, Mr Rohit Dalal, , and Principal Ma’am Ms Guneet Ohri. The celebration commenced with our esteemed Chief Guest, Major General Bipin Bakshi hoisting our national flag, a moment that filled everyone's heart with pride and respect for the tricolour. Gen Bakshi then inaugurated ‘Abhivyakti 2.0, the Art exhibition that showcased the various folk art forms of India right from Pichwai, thangka, Bhil, Godhna ,Gond and many more. This was followed by the lighting of the lamp, and some insightful words of inspiration were shared by our principal, Ms. Guneet Ohri. The program progressed with the launch of the school's anthem, a composition that encapsulates the school's values, vision, and commitment to fostering responsible citizens penned by the school's revered Principal, Ms. Guneet Ohri and composed with help of the music department and middle and high school students. It explained the values of strength, respect, kindness, honesty and how these values can help us to make a better tomorrow. Major General Bipin Bakshi in his speech asked the students, a wonderful question: "Why does the flag flutter?" According to him, it flutters due to both the wind and the dying soldiers' final breaths. He also stressed upon the importance of attitude, courage, and determination in achieving one's goals. The celebration came to a close with the display of live art where the students sketched the portraits of the 14 Prime Ministers and instilled a renewed sense of patriotism and pride among all. The event beautifully captured the essence of India's Independence Day, honouring the past, celebrating the present, and looking forward to a brighter future.
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