Freedom ride
On the eve of independence, why not add some colour to see why these kids are all full of smiles.
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Math meets India in this Independence Day-themed puzzle. Can you find out the answers correctly?
It’s time for some fun with Math! The questions are themed around everything to do with India, as we celebrate our Independence Day on August 15. Each of these icons represents a number. Can you find out the correct answer?
1. To begin with, here are some quirky modes of transport you will find in India.
2. Next, some traditional dance forms in India — Bharatanatyam, Bhangra and Kathak.
3. Let’s move on to some monuments in the country. The Taj Mahal, India Gate and the Charminar are truly iconic.
4. Finally, some animals/birds that can be found in India — the tiger, the peacock and the elephant.
Good job. Happy Independence Day!
Pick up the gauntlet
Sometimes you just want to do something extraordinary, something wonderful and then you go ahead and do it. Here are some kids who have gone ahead and smashed some records to get their names down in history.
The Guinness Book of Records is a reference book published annually, listing world records. It was the brainchild of Sir Hugh Beaver and the book was co-founded by twin brothers Norris and Ross McWhirter in Fleet Street, London in 1954.
The book itself holds a world record, as the best-selling copyrighted book of all time. It is published in 100 countries and 23 languages.
Check out this list of kids who have broken records and made it to the book.
Now take look at these cards to see what these wonder kids have done to make to the Records.
Song of liberty
A nation was born on August 15, 1947. Learn more about India’s journey to independence through illustrations…
August 15, 1947, was a historical landmark; on that day, a nation was born. After years of strife and struggle India was free. Our freedom fighters fought a relentless battle to ensure that every Indian would enjoy the benefits and joys of being liberated. Jawaharlal Nehru became the country’s first Prime Minister. He asked the members of the Constituent Assembly to take a pledge of loyalty to the new state and free India’s National Flag was hoisted atop the Council House. In his first speech in Parliament, Jawaharlal Nehru said: “We end today a period of ill fortune and India discovers herself again”.
Scroll through the comic below to see the India’s journey through the years to gain her freedom.
The struggle for freedom
Independence Day is around the corner. Find out how much you know about the events and the leaders of the freedom struggle with this crossword.
August 15, 1947, was a momentous day for India. It was the day the country won her independence from British colonial rule. The freedom movement saw many ups and downs, with leaders and common people laying down their lives for the cause.
Test your knowledge of the freedom struggle and the people who were involved with this crossword.
Three to tango
Gain freedom from boring dishes by whipping up these tricolour inspired food for Independence Day.
Celebrate Independence Day with these recipes inspired by the colours of our national flag.
Freedom Quiz
Keep your mind active while staying indoors. Exercise those gray cells with six questions.
How much do you know about our Independence Day, famous leaders, the struggle for independence, and more? Take this fun quiz to find out.
Uniquely Indian
Did you know that there are several animals that can be found only in India? Click here to learn about are a few.
India is known for its rich biodiversity. From landform, weather, to flora and fauna, our country is home to all kinds and types. Among them are several animals that are found only in India; all the more reason for us to protect our rich natural resources.
Here are 8 such animals. A part of each animal’s name is highlighted in black. Find the part of the name that is in black in the word grid below.
Breathe easy
There’s a belief that having plants indoors is not good for you, but some have been proven to be quite helpful and natural air purifiers.
There has been a lot of research that has studied the effects of plants on air quality. In fact, during the late 1980s, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) began studying houseplants as a means of providing purer and cleaner air for space stations. What they learned from many years of study is that many different houseplants can help purify the air.
While the original research aimed to find ways to purify the air for extended stays in orbiting space stations, the results are important for us on Earth as well. Here are some plants that have been documented as being especially good at improving indoor air quality:
How about gardening as a hobby? Not only is it soothing, it can also be beneficial for your health.
Play the spot the difference game below:
Freedom of all sorts
How different will Independence Day be, during a pandemic-led lockdown?
Happy Independence Day, people! How are you celebrating India’s 74th Independence Day? Is your school having a flag hoisting on Google Meet? Are you going to sing or recite a poem for a special August 15th Assembly on Zoom? I bet your history teacher is making you write an essay about the struggle for independence! (I still think that’s better than having to write about the history of pandemics!)
Check out this slider to learn about some fun Independence Day tidbits, and how we can still celebrate it with pomp, despite a dangerous pandemic on the prowl.