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Rhyme or reason

Remember Humpty Dumpty, Jack and Jill, Little Bo Peep and the rest? This crossword is all about evergreen nursery rhymes.

How well do you remember the lyrics of famous nursery rhymes? Find out now.

Fit as a fiddle?

Time to get up and move around … why? For your health, of course. And while you’re at it, see if you can solve this jigsaw puzzle.

Why exercise? Plenty of reasons: your brain is alert and active, it keeps your heart pumping, reduces risk of diseases, helps you maintain a healthy weight, strengthens bones and muscles and lets you do what you need to do. Even a moderate amount of activity during the day can help you stay strong and fit.

Are you wondering how to get started? It’s simple: just take a walk around your area. Better still, if there is a park nearby, it will have a path. Swing your arms vigorously and take deep breaths as you step along briskly.

The picture below has other forms of exercise that you can indulge in as well. Click on ‘Start game’ and put the jigsaw together.

Discover the differences

How sharp are your eyes? Check it out with this activity. Can you find all 12 differences between the two pictures?

Happy Republic Day! January 26 marks the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect in 1950.

Feeling patriotic? Well, here’s a task you. The two pictures of the Red Fort below look alike, but they’re not. Can you find the differences between them?

Get, set, travel

Try your hand at this crossword that is all about tourist places you can visit in India.

As January 25 is National Tourism Day, it is but befitting that you get to try your hand at this crossword on destinations across the country.

Timeless sentinels

In India, we have a lot of monuments that are of national importance. They have stood the test of time and tell the story of our past.

With its rich history and culture, India is home to many monuments, each of which tells the story of our country and is a proud reminder of our varied heritage. According to the Archaeological Society of India (ASI) there are more than 3,600 monuments in India. They attract visitors from all over the world.

Here are some monuments. Can you pair them with the state they are in?

Wander and wonder

Next time you travel, try and reduce your impact on the planet — after all, it’s the only home we have.

January 25 is National Tourism Day, a chance to reflect on how you can be a tourist who is kinder to the planet. Learn more about this celebration and why it matters, so that on your next trip you can take back memories without leaving behind footprints.

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Quiz Whizz: January 22, 2024

A quiz that is all about the Republic Day. Can you get all the answers right?

What is the Republic Day all about? What is its connection to the Indian Constitution? Here is a quiz that tests how much you know about it.

Mathematical symphony

Explore the marvels of maths as you dive into the world of numbers. This time, try your hand at multiplication.

Mastering multiplication: Turn sums into solutions, one multiplication problem at a time.

Use visualisation: Visualise groups of objects or arrays to understand the concept behind multiplication. This helps in grasping the relationships between numbers.

Memorise key multiples: Memorising multiples of small numbers (2 to 9) can significantly speed up the process of solving multiplication problems.

Break down larger numbers: Break down larger numbers into smaller, more manageable components. Multiply each part separately and then combine the results.

Apply mental math techniques: Utilise mental math strategies such as rounding, distributing, or simplifying numbers to make calculations easier and faster.

Practise skip counting: Learn to skip count by different numbers. This method helps in quickly identifying patterns and reaching the solution faster.

Use tricks and patterns: Recognise multiplication patterns and tricks, like multiplying by zero or one, to simplify certain calculations.

Can you try out these tips while solving the below problems?

Crime patrol

The police are the frontline guardians of law and order. This activity is all about them.

Police officers are tasked with maintaining public safety. They dedicate themselves to preventing crime, protecting citizens, and upholding justice. Their duties range from patrolling neighborhoods and responding to emergencies to investigating crimes and apprehending suspects.

Police play a pivotal role in maintaining the social fabric, ensuring the well-being of individuals, and upholding the principles of justice. Their commitment to public service and the rule of law is crucial for creating a secure and harmonious society.

POLICE is the word for this Wordoku. Can you solve it? It’s just like a Sudoku, but instead of numbers from 1-6 you have the letters P-O-L-I-C-E. Fit these letters in the grid so that each letter appears only once in each row, column and 2*3 grid.