Big Screen Buddies

Have you watched any movies revolving around animals? Guess the answers to these questions

Have you watched any movies revolving around animals? Eight Below, the survival story of sled dogs in Antarctica, is a classic example. Can you guess the answers to these questions about animals in movies?














Great going! What movie are you going to watch next?

Clean and green!

Recycle old plastic bottles instead of throwing them away. Learn how, with this DIY activity.

Recycle old plastic bottles, instead of throwing them away! In the process, create a simple solution to store all the things that lie around your desk.

Here’s how you can make a multi-purpose case using old plastic bottles!

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Step 1:

Take a bottle and carefully cut it such that it looks like this. Ensure that you clean it thoroughly with the help of a sponge or cloth (you can draw a reference line using a marker, for easier cutting). This is the larger piece.

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Take a similar bottle and cut it in the same manner, making sure its size is smaller than that of the previous one. This is the smaller piece.

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Apply glue along the cut edge on the outside of the larger piece.

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Take the zip and carefully stick it on the glue and ensure that the zip line is not glued to the bottle. It should look something like this.

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Now, carefully apply glue along the cut edge on the outside of the smaller piece.

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Carefully stick the smaller piece to the other side of the zip line.

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Finally…

Your multipurpose case will look like this!

Multipurpose case

Try this out at home! Make sure to use equipment in the presence of an adult.

Get prepped

Here are some tips to help you get ready before a workout.

Get prepped
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Sweepstake

How familiar are you with mathematical terms? If you had attended even a third of your classes, this will be a cake walk. So get started…

You don’t need to be a math wizard to try this one. All you need to know are a few mathematical terms. So, try and find the terms in this grid with the help of the clues given. Good luck!

Globescan

What’s happening around the world? Volcanoes, conflicts, tragedies and also celebrations of achievements, creativity and kind-heartedness. Click on the hotspots to read about it.

In Iceland, a volcano has woken from its 6,000-year slumber. The bubbling, hot lava spewed out of Fagradalsfjall volcano and could be seen from the outskirts of Iceland’s capital, Reykjavík, 32 km away.

Conflict in the middle east escalated when Israeli airstrikes on Gaza city flattened buildings and killed people.

Tragedy struck the city of Kazan in Russia when at least seven children and two adults were killed and several more were injured in a mass shooting at a school.

In a gesture of friendship to Japan, Myanmar has released Japanese reporter Yuki Kitazumi.
Click on the hotspots to find out what else is happening around the world.

DIY: Water Candle

If you are interested in DIY crafts, here’s something you can try at home! Let’s make a pretty water candle.

If you are interested in DIY crafts, here’s something you can try at home! Let’s make a pretty water candle!

Materials

Step 1:

Cut a piece of the transparent plastic sheet such that it fits into the glass (slightly smaller than the mouth of the glass).

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Poke a hole through the centre of the transparent plastic sheet using a pin/compass, and widen it using a pencil.

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The hole should look similar to this.

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Pass the wick through the hole. Use tape to hold the wick in place.

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Step 4:

Take the glass of water and place some pebbles in it. You can also use marbles instead.

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Add a few drops of coloured ink to the water. You can also use food colour.

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Your glass will look like this.

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Add some lamp oil to the glass of water.

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Your glass will now look like this.

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Step 7:

Carefully place the piece of transparent plastic sheet with the attached wick on the surface of the liquid in the glass.

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Now light the wick. Your water candle is ready!

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Try this at home! Make sure to use the equipment and matches in the presence of an adult.

Close encounters of the animal kind

Animals form friendships within their own species as well as with other species! All we need to do is observe

Humpback whales are known for their ability to communicate with other species. Let’s learn a bit about forms of animal communication! Scroll through the slides and don’t forget to watch the video too!

That was interesting wasn’t it? Let’s look at something even more interesting ways in which birds and animals help each other…



Can you think of any more symbiotic relationships?

Time to Celebrate!

Festivals bring happiness and cheer around the world. Let’s take a look at some unique festivals that are an inherent part of many cultures

Festivals bring happiness and cheer around the world. Let’s take a look at some unique festivals that are an inherent part of many cultures.


Here’s a word search on about more festivals! Can you find them all?

A star is born

It’s Anjum Chopra’s birthday tomorrow. Watch this video to know more about this multi-faceted woman cricketer.

A star is born
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The Chinese Zodiac

There are 12 animals in the Chinese Zodiac. Find out which one you are.

Did you know that there are 12 animals in the Chinese Zodiac? The Chinese believe that a person takes on certain characteristics based on the year he/she is born in. Do you know what your Chinese zodiac is? You can find out your zodiac, as well as that of someone you know, here!

Remember, if your birthday falls in January or February, check when the Chinese New Year for that year was. Your zodiac sign might vary depending on that.

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People born in the years 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 2004

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The year of the rat is normally a leap year. People born in the year of the rat are said to be ambitious, intelligent, persuasive, sociable, charming, charismatic, shrewd, industrious, meticulous, tenacious, artistic and eloquent. Famous rats are Cristiano Ronaldo and Prince Charles.

People born in the years 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009

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People born in the year of the ox are known for diligence, dependability, strength and determination. Having an honest nature, they have a strong patriotism for their country, they have ideals and ambitions for life, and attach importance to family and work. Famous oxes are Vincent Van Gogh, Walt Disney, Margaret Thatcher and Barack Obama.

People born in the years 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010

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People born in the year of the tiger are brave, competitive, unpredictable and self-confident. They are very charming and liked by others. Famous people born in the year of the tiger include Usain Bolt, Ludwig van Beethoven and Dalai Lama.

People born in the years 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011

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Rabbits tend to be gentle, quiet, elegant, alert, quick, skillful, kind, patient and particularly responsible. Famous people born in the year of the rabbit are Queen Victoria, Albert Einstein, David Beckham and Lionel Messi.

People born in the years 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012

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The dragon is the only imaginary animal in the Chinese calendar. People born in the year of the dragon are said to be gifted with innate courage, tenacity and intelligence. Dragons are enthusiastic and confident. They are not afraid of challenges, and are willing to take risks. Famous people who were born in the year of the dragon include Abraham Lincoln, Pele, Martin Luther King and Charles Darwin.

People born in the years 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013

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The snake represents wisdom. They are intelligent and wise. They are good at communication but say little. Snakes are usually regarded as great thinkers. Famous personalities in this zodiac year are Mahatma Gandhi, Pablo Picasso, J.K. Rowling and Muhammed Ali.

People born in the years 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014

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People born in the year of the horse are extremely animated, active and energetic. They love to be in a crowd, and they can usually be seen on such occasions as concerts, theater performances, meetings, sporting events, and parties. Famous people with this zodiac are Isaac Newton, Nelson Mandela, Neil Armstrong and Stephen Hawking.

People born in the years 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015

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People born in the year of the goat are generally believed to be gentle, mild-mannered, shy, stable, sympathetic, amicable, and brimming with a strong sense of kindheartedness and justice. Famous people born in the year of the goat are Christopher Columbus, Thomas Alva Edison, Bill Gates and Steve Jobs.

People born in the years 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016

 

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People born in the year of the monkey have traits like mischievousness, curiosity and cleverness, making them very naughty. They are masters of practical jokes, because they like playing most of the time. Famous personalities are Leonardo Da Vinci and Will Smith.

People born in the years 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017

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People born in the year of the rooster are usually responsive, distinctive, smart and earnest. They are also extremely confident and intelligent. Famous roosters are Jennifer Lopez and Bob Marley.

People born in the years 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018

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People born in the year of the dog are loyal and honest, amiable and kind, cautious and prudent. Owing to a strong sense of loyalty and sincerity, dogs will do everything for the person whom they think is most important. Famous dog personalities are Donald Trump, Bill Clinton and Mother Teresa.

People born in the years 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007

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People born in the year of the pig are diligent, compassionate and generous. They have great concentration: once they set a goal, they will devote all their energy to achieving it. They do not hesitate to give others a helping hand. Henry Ford, Ronald Reagan and Hillary Clinton are famous personalities in this Zodiac sign.