December 12, 2023

‘Acromantula’ was an event where the participants were expected to select an excerpt from the Harry Potter series and recite it in the form of an audio book, using techniques such as voice modulation, voice changeovers, and intonation. They could include sound effects in the background to enhance the experience. Inayah’ s selection was aligned …

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‘Obliviate’ was an event where the participants had to conjure up a unique new character for the Harry Potter series. They had to draw the character, give it a name and support it with a writeup describing its characteristics and role. Zayaan embodied a high level of creativity, both in terms of his character’s visual …

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‘Remembrail’ was an event where the participants needed to compose and recite a self- created poem keeping Roald Dahl’s style in mind by using expressions, humour/pun and splendiferous words. Areedah’s poem showcased a high degree of creativity and originality by blending elements of Roald Dahl’s distinctive style with unique and imaginative content.. Her language was …

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‘Transfiguration’ was an event where the participants had to act as a character from any of the books written by Roald Dahl. They needed to introduce the character, talk about any one problem faced by the character and how would they solve it differently.  Arhaan’s performance excelled in fluency, voice articulation and the portrayal of …

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“WHOPPSY-WHIFFLING” is a whimsical term coined by British author Roald Dahl in his book “The BFG.” It doesn’t have a specific meaning but adds a playful and imaginative element to the language. In this event, the participants had to design a poster either on the “Benefits of Reading” or “The Ill-effects of Obesity,” the key …

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‘Between the Covers’ was an activity where the participants needed to design a creative book cover (front only) for any one of the story books authored by Julia Donaldson. The ultimate goal was to create a book cover that not only reflects the story accurately but also entices readers to pick up the book and …

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‘On the Same Page’ was an event that not only demonstrated their understanding of Julia Donaldson’s work but also showcased their creativity and storytelling skills. This activity promoted both comprehension and originality, fostering a fun and engaging experience for all involved. Zayn participated and engaged with the audience and maintained a connection throughout his presentation. …

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‘Gruffulicious’ was an activity where the participants dressed up as characters from stories written by Julia Donaldson. Julia Donaldson is a renowned children’s author, known for her captivating and imaginative tales. While participants dressed up as these characters, they had to embody the spirit and values associated with the character, making the event both entertaining …

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‘Open Windows’ was a Dr. Seuss Character Drawing Contest where participants drew characters from Dr. Seuss’ books, and the judging criteria included creativity, drawing skill, effective use of colouring media, organisation of elements and overall presentation. We’re thrilled to announce that Dhruhi has emerged victorious in the same. She showcased incredible creativity and artistic flair, bringing …

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