Array of Arches
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Freedom Fighters
How well do you know the leaders who fought for our nation’s freedom? Try out this memory game to find out!
As India celebrates another year of independence from the British rule, let’s take a look at a few freedom fighters who dedicated their lives to make India a free country.
Try out the memory game below and see how quickly you can match the freedom fighters with their names.
Space Gaze – August 2017
A solar eclipse and some meteor showers… Here’s what you could look out for in the skies this August!
Read about the celestial events occurring this month and answer the questions that follow.
The Solar Eclipse
This month, the solar eclipse takes the upper seat. This phenomenal activity which will happen on August 21 lies concentrated in North America. A solar eclipse is a line-up of the sun, the moon, and the Earth.
The moon, which lies between the sun and the Earth, casts a shadow on our planet. If you are in the shadow (the umbra), you will see a total eclipse. If you’re in the light part (the penumbra), you will see a partial eclipse. This event always takes place on a new moon day. The last time it occurred in North America was in 1979. This year, the total solar eclipse will cross the U.S. from coast to coast, changing daytime skies to twilight for a few minutes. This darkness lasts a maximum of two minutes and 40.2 seconds. Many cities in North America will see the total eclipse, so space gazers plan it out, even if it means driving to the nearest city.
Venus, Jupiter, Mars and Mercury will be seen in the darkness. About 15 to 30 minutes before total darkness sets in, Venus will gradually become visible near the darkening sun. Many bright stars will be visible near the eclipsed sun as well. Don’t miss out seeing Sirius and Regulus – the brightest star of Leo’s constellation, near the eclipsed sun.
The Perseid Meteor Showers
The Perseid meteor showers originate in the constellation Perseus and are best in the Northern Hemisphere. The showers which began on July 17 will last till August 11, 12 and 13. One can see 50 or more meteors per hour. But this year, they will have to compete with the glaring light of the bright moon. However, the Perseid meteors are bright, so you should be able to see some despite the glare.
High Five
You will get the rare chance of seeing five planets in the night sky, at the same time. The five are, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn – all away from the setting sun. Earlier this year, these five planets were visible in the early mornings, but they were not in formation. From now, till the end of October, you can watch the planets against the setting sun. Towards the end of the month you will get to see Uranus and Neptune too.
So, get set, gear up and watch!
Yours Logically – B
These monsters can’t remember how old they are. Using these clues and some logic, can you help them figure out their age?
Logic puzzles can be a lot of fun! Frankenstein and his friends can’t remember how old they are. Using the clues below, can you help them figure out their age? Drag and drop the ages to the correct monsters.
Yours Logically – 2
Grab a pencil and paper! Using these clues and some logic, can you solve this very intriguing puzzle?
Try your hand at solving the below puzzle using logic! Here are your clues:
At a musical recital, five students (Jagadish, Kate, Lucky, Maya and Nikhil) performed five musical pieces. Two by Bach, two by Mozart and one by Vivaldi. There were three violinists and two pianists. Each student performed only one piece, and played only one instrument. Match the instruments and the composers with the students using the following clues:
Make your own Rakhi
Participate in the Rakhi Making Contest and win exciting prizes this Raksha Bandhan!
Centre Stage 2: Pet Groomer
We’re back with more fascinating careers! Did you know there are pet groomers? Take a look at what they do!
Rules of the Game – 2
Red card! What happens next? Take this quiz on the rules of football and find out how well you know them.
Let’s continue learning about some important rules of football! Watch this video and answer the questions that pop-up in between!
Hike & Trek – 10
A trekking pole is one of the most useful tools in the world of trekking. Learn how to use one on your treks!
Geographical Indications – 2
Learn more about Geographical Indications with this picture shuffle puzzle based on fascinating toys from around India.
A geographical indication (GI) is a sign used on a product to indicate that it originates from a specific geographical location (e.g. a town, region, or country). Re-arrange the puzzles below to learn about some fascinating toys and crafts manufactured in certain parts of India.
Thanjavur Dolls – Tamil Nadu
Image: The Hindu Archives- V. Raju
This is a traditional bobblehead or roly-poly toy made of terracotta material from the city of Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The centre of gravity and total weight of the doll is concentrated at its bottom-most point, generating a continuous dance-like movement with slow oscillation.
Channapatna Toys & Dolls – Karnataka
Image: The Hindu Archives- M.A. Sriram
These wooden dolls are manufactured in the town of Channapatna in Karnataka. As a result of the popularity of these toys, Channapatna is known as Gombegala Ooru (toy-town) of Karnataka. Did you know that toys can be found in the White House? Michelle Obama, during her trip to India, bought some of them to take back to the White House as mementos.
Nirmal Toys and Craft – Telangana
Image: The Hindu Archives- S.Harpal Singh
Nirmal toys are traditional wooden toys made in the town of Nirmal in Telangana. Nirmal Art encompasses a 400-year-old tradition of making soft wood toys, paintings and handicrafts.