Athletes vie with each other to win these famous sporting trophies. Can you identify these prizes to win this video quiz?
The most coveted prize in any sporting event is the trophy. It is an attestation of the individual or team being the champion.
Trophies or cups come in various sizes, designs and materials. There are some really beautiful trophies like the Venus Rosewater Dish, which is presented to the winner of the Ladies’ Singles at The Championships, Wimbledon (below).
And some not-so-nice looking ones like the trophy awarded to the winner of the Paris-Roubaix Cycling Championship (below).
Nevertheless, they are the crowning glories for the winners.
In this video are a few famous sporting trophies. Can you guess their names or the sporting events they belong to?
Q&A time, everyone. Check how many of these you get right!
Time to put on your thinking caps, as you tackle these questions from a variety of topics.
Here’s a fun and easy way to learn how to make yummy crepes. Read on to find out how.
Travel somewhere new for breakfast. Crêpes are really thin pancakes that originated in France. Now many different countries have their own versions too. Do you know what the best part is? The base is pretty easy to make and you can add whatever toppings you like: sweet or savoury.
Here is a recipe for how to make sweet crepes. It’s very easy. However, you will first need to match the tiles to find out what ingredients you will need. Click on the tiles to match identical pairs of ingredients.
Now that you know what ingredients to use, unravel the image below to know how to make the crepes. Remember to use equipment in the presence of an adult!
For written instructions:
Go on these exciting virtual tours of historic sights and uncover a world of mystery and intrigue, all from the comfort and safety of your home.
Don’t let the pandemic dampen your wanderlust. There is no dearth of exciting opportunities to explore the world without even leaving your home. Here are four such virtual tours that you can take. If you have a penchant for mystery and adventure, going on journeys to these fascinating historic sites will certainly enthrall you.
1. Ancient Egypt
2. The Great Wall of China
3. The Louvre
4. Machu Picchu
Stay tuned because May is a month full of astronomical events.
Watch the Sky every night this May and catch the Supermoon, Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower, Lunar Eclipse and more.
A crossword that takes you through every nook and cranny of your home.
How familiar are you about what’s in and around your house? Well, here’s a crossword that will help you discover more.
Staying indoors for a long time can be difficult. Here’s how to stay active and healthy…
With the country going through more lockdowns and restrictions, everyone is spending more time indoors again. How does one stay healthy when confined to home? Play the game below for some tips on physical and mental health.
A little bit of curiosity can take you places! Use it to solve this interactive task.
It’s time for some fun with words! Do you know how many words you can make just using the letters in CURIOSITY? Some examples are ‘suitor’, ‘city’, ‘scout’, ‘toy’, ‘cost’, ‘riot’ and ‘rosy’. Discover some words like these with this interactive task.
Gardening is a great way to keep yourself occupied and away from the screen. Not only does it make you more responsible, you can watch the plants grow and even eat what you harvest. Doesn’t that sound like fun?
You can begin your garden adventure by planting vegetables. You might go ‘eewww’ for now; but once you begin, you will change your mind. Why? Because vegetables germinate quickly and you can harvest them and eat them too.
So, let’s start:
Yearning for the outdoors while stuck indoors? Bring home a piece of outdoor fun and adventure with these simple summer crafts.
Ride the waves
If you can’t go to the beach, bring the sights home with this interactive craft to remind you of the sea.
Materials:
Paper plate
Cardstock paper
Art stick/ disposable spoon or fork
Paints
Brush
Paper cutter
Glue
Rainbow fan
Summer + lockdown does not make for a fun combination, though it is definitely safe. Bring a bit of the beautiful scenery inside your house with this colourful craft that will also keep you cool.
Materials:
Craft sticks/ ice cream sticks – 5
Chart paper or similar thick paper
Colour pencils/crayons
Scissors
Pencil
Glue
Board pin/thumbtack
Eraser/Blu Tac
Suitcase gift box
A suitcase reminds us of travelling — of the places we’ve been to and the experiences we’ve had; or the places we hope to visit someday. While we are all stuck at home, gift your loved one a wonderful reminder of their holidays with this mini-suitcase gift box with a sweet surprise inside.
Materials:
Cardstock paper
Colour paper
Paint
Brush
Scissors
Glue
Scale