Which character from ‘The Little Women’ are you? Take this for-fun-only quiz and find out.
The novel Little Women is written by Louisa M. Alcott. It tells the story of the March girls: Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy. They live with their mother Marmee, while their father, Mr. March is a Union chaplain in the Civil War. They are not rich but they are happy. Soon, they befriend their neighbour Mr. Laurence’s grandson, Laurie.
The girls have a lot of adventures and the story takes you through the years of their growing up. There are times of joy and there are times of sorrow, but together as a family they weather the storms.
If you haven’t read this book as yet, read it now. Then try to find out which of the characters you identify with the most.
The world’s tennis stars are all set for the Australian Open. Are you? Find out if you can guess who these players are.
Popularly known as the ‘Happy Slam’, a term that tennis great Roger Federer first coined, the Australian Open will get underway from January 14 in Melbourne. Starting just after the ushering in of the New Year, players are fresh, cheerful and raring to compete, all of which fits well with the ‘Happy Slam’ moniker.
Here is a look at seven players to watch out for. Can you guess who they are from their blurred pictures?
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Learn how to make two delicious versions of Pongal and help your parents in the kitchen.
Make the festival of Pongal/Sankaranti extra special by dishing out some tasty treats. It’s easy to make and delicious too! Scroll through the slides for the recipes.
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Schools have many clubs for students to join and participate in activities beyond one’s studies. Now this activity is all about student clubs.
Student clubs offer a great way to hone one’s skills and get a break from the rigour of academics. Depending on your interests, you can be a member of one or more clubs. Now here’s a set of images that represent clubs of different kinds. See if you can guess correctly which club the image indicates.
Unveil the mysteries beneath as you meet the underwater guardians. How many can you spot?
Aquatic animals live in a realm unlike any other, gracefully navigating the depths of oceans, rivers, and lakes. Their world is a blend of vibrant colours and unique adaptations, where fish, whales, dolphins, turtles, and countless other species call these waters home. From the stunning elegance of coral reefs to the mysterious depths of the abyss, these creatures display an incredible diversity and resilience that continues to mesmerize and inspire us.
Can you find these creatures in the grid?
Brush up your Math skills. Get these quick tips to help you multiply and divide by 10s.
Take a quick look at what’s happening around the world with this interactive map.
Much has been happening around the world. Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina recently won the re-election for a fifth term. British PM Rishi Sunak promised to take action over the Post Office scandal which is impacting British Indians. Antonio Tajani, the Italian Foreign Minister, called for the formation of a European Union-combined army that could help prevent conflicts and contribute to peacekeeping. Read on…
Boosting your health from within, these elements team up for your gut’s wellness.
Explore the power of probiotics and prebiotics. Revitalise your gut health, one friendly microbe at a time. Now, can you complete this jigsaw puzzle?
January 12, Swami Vivekananda’s birthday, is also celebrated as National Youth Day. Read on to learn more.
Though Swami Vivekanadana lived a short life — he was just seven months short of turning 40 when he died — he achieved much. Let’s learn more about this inspirational icon. Click on each panel to expand.
Plaid, twill, paisley… all names of different kinds of patterns in the textile world. Play this game and find out more.
Patterns are a part of the design world, especially when it comes to textiles. Of course, you would have heard of polka dots but did you know that there are specific names for some kinds of stripes and checks? Here is an activity that tells you more about the various kinds of patterns. Match the picture with the name of the pattern and find out more about each one.