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Message from the PatronMaj Gen Ars Kahlon, VsmComdt, ACC&S Senior Patron1“The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.” - B.B. KingAs the earth continues to circle the sun, APS will continue to growand develop with passion and inspiration; we believe that each andevery child will be transformed into global leader of tomorrow. Toelevate the overall performance and achievements level of all learners,we equip them with modern learning experiences and competencies sothat they become critical thinkers. The school encourages innovation,radical ideas and a positive approach, by providing a healthyenvironment in nurturing creativity, competitiveness and team workamongst the learners.APS primary wing team perpetually strives to become a benchmark ofexcellence in all vistas of education and is committed in preparingtoday's youth as confident and smart citizens who will always besolution oriented and compassionate young leaders of tomorrow. Ourteam works wholeheartedly in creating contended individuals whereintheir strength lies in gaining the ability to face ever-growing challengeswith optimistic approach and confidence. The teachers of ourorganization strive their best to promote the learning of science andtechnology, liberal arts and language learning according to potentialneeds of the students.I wish the school The very best in all its future endeavours and amcertain that APS Ahmednagar, will continue to achieve new milestoneswith dedication, perseverance and motivation.Happy Reading!
Message from the Chairman2Education is a fundamental asset that triggers young minds to exploreinfinite possibilities in the world of excellence. It is the primary factor thathelps an individual fight all challenges. The behavioural responses ofindividuals reflect the overall growth and development of the society. Intoday’s rapidly changing world, there is no greater education than exposure.A child does not know what he or she is capable of until they are exposed tothe infinite possibilities that await them and I am very happy that APSAhmednagar strives its best to achieve those infinite possibilities.It gives me immense pleasure to address you all through this messageof our school magazine. As the chairman of this prestigious institution,I feel proud to be a part of a community that strives towardsexcellence in every aspect of education and personal development. Inthe coming years, we aim to provide our students with moreopportunities to explore and discover their potential. We will continueto invest in the latest technologies, infrastructure, and resources toensure that our students receive the best education and all rounddevelopment . I would like to conclude by thanking our schoolmagazine team for their hard work and commitment in bringing outthis publication. I hope the articles, stories, and poems in thismagazine inspire and motivate all of you to achieve greater heights inyour academic and personal lives.Wishing you all the best for a bright future.Brig. Pratap Singh RanawatChairmanAps Ahmednagar“Educationists should build the capacities of the spirit of inquiry, creativity, entrepreneurial and moral leadership among students and become their role models. ” -Dr Apj Kalam
Message from the Principal3“Future belongs to those who see possibilities before they become obvious” - John ScullyAs a Principal, I consider myself fortunate and honoured to have theopportunity to lead a team with such rich tradition both in and out of thecampus. The school has earned a reputation for academic excellence throughthe hard work of our students, teachers, parents, and staff. It is our earnestendeavour to keep APS Ahmednagar locomotive on the fast-moving track;be it infrastructure, technology, security, vigil, or innovation. Ourcurriculum and practices are continually gauged to corroborate that we arefollowing the most updated best practices and addressing the futuregeneration where education sets children to grow personally, professionallyand socially.Today the role of a school is not only to pursue academic excellence butalso to motivate and empower students to be lifelong learners, criticalthinkers and productive members of a dynamic global society.I am certain that our students will carry forward the motto of “Truthis God” entrusted in their hands. I congratulate the Editorial Board,on its tireless efforts in bringing out this publication of the schoolmagazine "Sparkling Starlets”. My sincere gratitude to all the studentsand teachers, who have enhanced it to perfection.We believe that hard work is the formula for success.“ It is often the small steps ,not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.”All the Best…Mrs Nutan MishraPrincipal
Message from the Vice-Principal“ Learning is not the product of teachingLearning is the product of the activity of Learners.”The golden years in school are not about lessons and home works butabout growing and excelling in every way possible, to fit into the fastchanging and progressing world. Today’s change is bigger thanyesterday’s.We are witnessing unparallel change in every field, where there isstruggle for existence, where the strongest and fittest is accepted andappreciated.We encourage questioning as we want them to be agile in theirthinking. We stoke their spirit of discovery and enquiry.As Einstein remarked –“ Education is not so much the feeding of facts into themind as the awakening of curiosity in the soul’.“We want our students to be a lifelong learner.APS is a platform ofexcellent quality education, where the child gets enormousopportunities to unfold his innate potential and develop into aresponsible and respectful citizen, who can contribute positively for thegood of humanity.Wishing everyone the best of years ahead to reach the pinnacle ofsuccess and heights of glory in all their future endeavours.Mrs Sangeeta KateVice Principal4
Message from the Coordinator5“Our mission is to provide the children of India with the necessary skills to face the challenges of the 21st century.”I am honoured to be part of the vibrant APS team, that ventures richvalues and traditions through rightful education. We, at APS,Ahmednagar wholeheartedly believe that the key to excellence ismaking students believe that they can achieve their best. Our teamendeavours to demonstrate the right principles, values, and reasons tosupport children in reaching their maximum potential. We strive ourlevel best to support children and parents in all possible ways.As Clay P.Bedfort says-“You can teach a student a lesson for a day; but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives.”Our focal point of all instructional pedagogies is on the values and principleswhich will help students grow and develop into a sensitive and responsiblecitizen in this era of technology and globalization. We make constant effortsto explore, appreciate, evaluate, and encourage the hidden talents of ouryoung learners and develop the strong analytical skills, along with theincubating creativity and innovation which supports moral values to makethem humane in thoughts and actions.I am sure that with the supportive management, dedicated and caringteachers, and cooperative parents we will blend harmoniously as acollaborative team to provide an exemplary educational environment withinand outside the school so that our students are benefited to become theleaders of tomorrow.Mrs Sheetal VirmaniCoordinator
We believe that ‘children must be taught how to think, not what tothink.’ which provides an inclusive environment where students areencouraged to put their best foot forward to achieve academic,sporting and social excellence. The school provides an environmentwhere the child realises his worth as a responsible, balanced andvalued member of the society; and believes in the concept of creatingan ambient future for all. We believe in moving ahead with all ourstakeholders and strongly feel that education is a shared commitmentbetween dedicated teachers ,motivated students and responsibleparents. Together we can and we shall make the APS the best placefor learning and growth.We at APS strongly believe in a quote by the great scientist and Philosopher Albert Einstein-“Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school.”Message from the Coordinator Mrs Naina Dhruv NasirCoordinator“Intelligence plus character is the goal of true education” I am glad that in this institution I as a coordinator create a safe,stimulating and learning environment for our children. This sense ofsecurity helps students to be more confident and also leads them torespect each other. The purpose of education is not just to produceacademicians but also to develop humane and sensitive citizens. AtArmy Public School, we ensure that a congenial environment forlearning is maintained while making sure that children have enoughopportunities to develop their personal and inter-personal skills.6
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The Editorial TeamEditor in Chief : Ms Amarjeet DhuparAdvisory Board : Ms Sheetal Virmani: Ms Naina Dhruv NasirEditors –English Section : Ms Saiba Dhupar: Ms Rozina Shaikh: Ms Shital Rajput: Mrs Steffi ChawlaEditors-Hindi Section: : Ms Shashi Thakur:Ms Vaishali BhosaleInfographics : Ms Tahesin Sayyad: Mr Pritam Munot: Ms Shumayla ShaikhScanning : Mr Pawan Bang& Printing Art Section: : Mr Dattatray Kothule8
Our Educators“ You have always been an excellent educator who knew how to illuminate a soul with its light.”9
Our Supporting Staff“A successful team is a group of many hands and one mind.”10
Achievements GaloreShraddha Nair Ii B Gold Medal In International Infromatics, Maths And Science Olympaid Gold Medal, Heerisha Interschool Competition Aryan Wagh V E Gold Medal In Maths And Gk Olympiad Gift Certificate Worth Rs.350/-Second Prize In Inter School District Level Patriotic Group Song Singing Competition Held At Mauli Sankul .Trophy And Cheque Worth Rs. 5100/-11
GUNJAN ,V DGOLD MEDALHINDI RASHTRABHASHASUDIKSHA W,II D GOLD MEDALHINDI RASHTRABHASHAALISHA ,III EGOLD MEDALHINDI RASHTRABHASHASAIRAJ S PAWAR ,V EGOLD MEDAL IN INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIAD OF ENGLISHSHRAVANI D PAWAR, V BSILVER MEDAL, INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIAD OF ENGLISHMANISHA ,IV CGOLD MEDALHINDI RASHTRABHASHASANSKRUTI HAZARE, V G SAMIKSHA BADE ,III FAARADHYA ,II FKALA RATNA AWARDS 2022PARTH ,V E GOLD MEDAL SKATING COMPETITION AT DISTRICT LEVELSAI, V A BRONZE MEDAL KURASH COMPETITION AT NATIONAL LEVEL 12OLYMPIAD
RUDRA WAGH, II C GOLD MEDAL ARTISTIC SKATING COMPETITION AT STATE LEVEL AACHAL, IV K GOLD MEDAL KICKBOXING COMPETITION AT INTERNATIONAL LEVELSHLOK, II B BRONZE MEDAL KICKBOXING COMPETITION AT INTERNATIONAL LEVELVIRAJ SANAP, II H BRONZE MEDAL KICKBOXING COMPETITION AT INTERNATIONAL LEVELARNAV, V H 2NDPOSITION WRESTLING COMPETITION AT DISTRICT LEVELTEJASWI, V AGOLD MEDAL KICKBOXING COMPETITION AT INTERNATIONAL LEVELSHARADDHA NAIR, II B FIRST PRIZE INTERSCHOOL HIREESHA COMPETITIONNAYASHA TEWARI , I EFIRST PRIZE RANG DE BASANTI-INTERSCHOOL ROLE PLAY COMPETITION13BHUMIKA YENARE - IV A GOLD MEDAL IN CYBER OLYMPIAD, SILVER MEDAL IN GK OLYMPIAD , GIFT CERTIFICATE WORTH RS 1000/-
KALEIDOSCOPIC HORIZONSCCA InchargesMs Saiba DhuparMs Rachana JaggiMs Shilpa kardileMs Shumayla Shaikh14
Nehru house:House Mistress: Ms Nishat SayyedAssistant Housemistress: Ms Arshin SayyedHouse Captains: Prajwal Dhokle (V D)Purva Pawar (V K)Vice House Captains: Anish Sharma(IV E)Priya Gite(IV E)Prefects: Atharva Shinde (III F)Swarali Jasud (III B)“A champion is one who gets up when he can’t”.-Jack DempseyThis year, the students of the Nehru House participated in all the events with great zeal throughout the year, in order to win the Second Best House trophy.Nehru House students, like always participated in all the events and took strength from their ongoing spirit.The Nehru House managed to secure the first position in the Fire less cooking competition ,second position Bulletin board competition, third position in Quiz competition.All year round, Nehru House was seen giving a spirited performance and even though it had its share of victories and disappointments, it maintains the age old saying, “Failure is the stepping stone to success.Mrs Nishat Sayyed(House Mistress)“Energy and persistence conquer all things.”-Benjamin Franklin15
Sarojini house:House Mistress: Ms Shweta JaggiAssistant Housemistress : Ms Vaishali BhosaleHouse Captains: Bhaskar Sharma (V C)Sanskruti Hazare (V G) Vice House Captains: Devansh Borse (IV F)Manisha Gorai(IV C)Prefects: Ansh Gurli (III C)Ananya Singh (III D)“ Set your goals high and don’t stop till you get there. If you believe it , do it.”“Happiness does not come from doing easy work but from theafterglow of satisfaction that comes after the achievement of adifficult task that demanded our best.”The Green House for the session of 2023-2024 has been bothdynamic and This year Green House claimed first position in‘Quiz Competition’ .We scored second position in ‘The MasterChef Competition’. The Dance Drama was highly appreciated bythe School Management and the Principal. The proudest momentwas when the house received the “Best House“ trophy for theacademic year 2023-24.I would especially like to thank all the teachers for theirunstinting support and the students for their predominantlyforthcoming co-operation and enthusiasm.Mrs Shweta Jaggi(House Mistress)16
succeed and leave no stone unturned to make it a reality. Shivaji House:“If you have a dream, don't just sit there. Gather the courage to believe that you can succeed and leave no stone unturned to make it a reality.” House Mistress : Ms Shrishti SahaniAssistant House Mistress : Ms Shital RajputHouse Captains : Ram Nagare (V J)DhruvikaWagaskar(V G)Vice House Captains : Ayushman Boyiri(IV E)Shreyashi (IV J)Prefects : Arav Mali (III D)Trisha Shreekant (III E)We ignite a spark which turns into a ball of fire. Maintaining thelegacy of pride and honour, following the rituals of courage,compassion and championship; we walk ahead with our heads high.armoured with skills and talents ready to touch the infinite sky.With the motto of valour, hard work and determination, we loadedour bags with numerous trophies and certificates. The uprisingcarvers of Shivaji house grabbed the first position in Inter-HouseBulletin Board Competition. We won the 3rdposition in Inter-House Fireless Master Chef Competition. I would like to expressmy heartfelt gratitude to my dedicated teachers, cabinet members,prefects, parents and students for their cooperation, hard work andefforts.We Shivajians always walk with a progressive mind, learn fromour mistakes, improvise according to the situation and buckle upfor the next challenge that awaits us.Ms Shrishti Sahani(House Mistress)17
“ Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is a process; working together is a success! "Tagore House:House Mistress : Ms Heena SablokAssistant House Mistress : Ms Rozina ShaikhHouse Captains : Pratik Dhakne (V F)Tejaswi Nagrre (V A)Vice House Captains :Dev Sharma (IV D)Satakshi SinghIV J)Prefects :Sahil Sase(III B)Ishwari Alhat (III F)The Tagore house truly resonates with the beliefs and thoughts of the great visionary, Rabindranath Tagore.. The Tagore house feels that "Each challenge we face is an opportunity to take ourselves to another level".We have also added a few feathers to our cap and are delighted to share them with everyone. We secured third position in the Quiz Competition and also in the Bulletin Board Competition. We created special assemblies on the occasion of Friendship Day and Diwali Celebration with full zeal and enthusiasm.. Our young leaders should be free to adopt his/her way of learning which will lead to all-around success and development as Rabindranath Tagore said, "The highest education is that which does not merely give us information but makes our life in harmony with all existence."Heena Sablok(House Mistress)18
Morning assemblies are an integral part of school . Ourassemblies are planned in such a way that help studentsto build and enhance confidence. It develops a spirit ofpatriotism and aesthetic sense by celebrating specialdays and festivals like Diwali, Gurupurab etc. Suchassemblies are essential to develop curiosity andenthusiasm for enhancing and glorifying their hiddentalents. It provides an opportunity to inculcate thequalities like creativity ,sensitivity and a feeling oftogetherness with fun and enjoyment.19CREATIVE ENTHUSIASTS “Learning is never cumulative, it is a movement of knowing which has no beginning and no end .” - Bruce Lee
RAKSHABANDHANGURUPURABGOOD HABITSINTERNATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY20
GANDHI JAYANTI BASANT PANCHAMIUNITY IN DIVERSITYARMY DAY21
CURIOUS MINDSLOHRINEW YEAR RESOLUTIONARMED FORCES FLAG DAY22
WOMEN’S DAYMONSOON MANIAJANMASHTAMI23
HOUSE ASSEMBLIESTAGORE HOUSE NEHRU HOUSESHIVAJI HOUSE SAROJINI HOUSE24
VIJAYA DASHMIINTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAYCURIOUS MINDSBEST HOUSE TROPHY25
MULTIDISCIPLINARY26
CHILDREN’S DAYGRANDPARENTS’ DAY27
SUMMER CAMP-ADVENTUROUS CAPER’ 22FINAL SHOW 28
HINDI DIWASAZADI KA AMRIT MAHOTSAV29
THE FIRE DEMOREPUBLIC DAY30
SOLO DANCE COMPETITIONKITE MAKING COMPETITIONHANDWRITING AND DRAWING COMPETITION31
QUIZ COMPETITION- MASTER MINDSTEACHERS’ DAYVAN MAHOTSAV32
SPORTS BUZZYOGA- A WAY OF LIFE33
Bagless Days34
BAGLESS DAYS35
Read o’ Phile Heritage36
LEAD LIFE WITH INFINITE KNOWLEDGE OF ENGLISH“We, the members of the APS English Department, arededicated to promoting independent, curious, and criticalthinkers who read, write, speak, and listen in a way thatdemonstrates understanding and appreciation for a varietyof classic and contemporary literature and the power oflanguage. We seek to develop—in all of our students—empathy, intellectual courage, and the ability to navigatethe complexities of the world around us."I am extremely sanguine that English department of APSAhmednagar has offered itself as a shell for sheltering &fostering human minds in their raw state to be maturedinto empowered innovators, and discoverers of its kind. Ourschool has unlocked the store house of creativity andexcellence.the wheel of excellence and continual progress has beensteered with values, quality education, constantimprovement in language, and using technology in teachingand learning processes as its spokes to fortify innumerableefforts to set the wheel on its track.”Luck is the sense to recognize an opportunity and theability to take advantage of it. Everyone has had breaks,but the man who can smile at his breaks and grab hischances gets one.Mrs Steffi ChawlaSubject Head -English37
Day Without My Bench mateNow a days, I am very sad at my school. You know why?because I am missing my bench mate Parinaz.I used to play, fight and argue with her.A single day without her makes my mood sad.We share tiffin during the lunch break.We also study together in the school.I miss her very much.I Am UniqueI am a unique little boyas I come from dinosaur land,which has volcanoes, trees,rocks and plenty of sand.I am quite tall,like a Brachiosaurus.And I eat my leafy greensto be strong like an Ankylosaurus.Like the mighty T-Rex,I enjoy meat.And like the tiny Company,I have rather small feet.I am like the Raptors,known for their intelligence and speed.So you see, I am uniqueas I am of a different breed.Abhyuday DasguptaI- C Anvi Nair I- H 38
Omkar Rasal I-DAkhilesh Gadekar1-HCase of Missing ToothI AM UNIQUEI do everything in my own wayI write poems in my own wayBecause I am Unique and specialThe way I smileThe way I talkThe way I thinkAnd the way I fulfill my dutiesShows that I am uniqueI am the architect of my life I build my own foundationAnd I choose my own bricksI am special, I am meThere’s no one else l’d rather beEarlier today my Tooth Fell out To make room for A new one to sprout. I put it in a container Just for tooth fairy Please leave me a present or two ?39
My Tooth Fell OutI Am UniqueMy daddy says, I am very naughty.Doesn't he know I am his copy.My mummy says, I am an atom bomb,You all know who is my mom.My granny says, I am a God's child,Don't go by my innocent smile.My brother says, I am very smart,Actually I am just doing my part.My aunt says, I am a terror,But I am going to be like this forever.My friends think I am a freak,You are wrong I AM UNIQUE.My Tooth Fell OutSanvi LynaychI-AAarush chavanI-BA tooth fell out and left a spaceso big my tongue could touch my face.And every time I smile, I show a space where something used to grow.I miss my tooth as you can guess,but then, I have to brush one less.40
School Summer CampMy Tooth Fell OutSometimes You Win, Sometimes You LearnThere are two aspects of every game losing andwinning. If we win the game that’s great but if welose then we should not get sad. We must change ourway of thinking. Instead of thinking defeat as afailure we should treat it as a second chance for us tolearn. Combination of hard work and smart work isrequired for the success.We should not be afraid of failure because failure isthe first step to success. We must try our level bestwithout thinking of losing and winning. As it is trulysaid“Sometimes we win sometimes we learn”.Winning keeps us strong.Losing gives us second chance to learn more.Praniti LimbhoreII-CSummer camp is a special camp that is organized in thesummer season for children. Also, the student cometogether to have fun and learn new things.My school organized summer camp for us in the monthof May. We learned many new things insports,dance,art under the guidance of our teacher.I opted dance in my school’s summer camp as I love todance and enjoy the various dance forms . I learnedBhangra dance from my dance teacher.We went for trekking also during the summer camp.We used to enjoy everyday specially having tiffintogether. Finally my parents were called to witness mydance performance . They were very happy to see thevarious activities conducted during the summercamp. I would like to thank our Principal Ma’am fororganizing such wonderful summer camp.Swara MokateII - J41
Success Lies Within YouMy Tooth Fell OutTalking ToyI still remember, once I had a talking toy,I named it as a Tom boy,I had many toys but Tom was my favorite one,With whom I always had too much fun.A tank, a drum, a gun, a bikeBut Tom was one I always liked.I was very happy because it used to talkOne day it broke and I was shocked.Since I didn’t find its missing pairs,My dad said that it couldn’t get repaired.Then I was sad and alone guy,Till the day my dad gifted me another talking toy.Kaustubh KokateII - G Life is the most precious gift given to us by God. And successis one thing we all want to achieve. There are only twothings which we all need in order to be successful1) Hard Work and 2) Faith in oneself. Sounds simple doesn’tit? But in real life, only that person can understand theimportance of hard work and faith, who has faced failures inlife. In our journey towards success, even though it gives us abumpy experience and force us to slow down, but we mustmove on as our journey is like a road without a destination.Have a courage to dream, but do not forget to wake up.Dreams are not just confined to your imagination, andneither is your imagination confined to just what you seearound you.Hiten GaikwadII - E 42
When I Was OneMy Tooth Fell OutTalking ToyI opened the magical door and saw…A mind full of confusion,A glowing fairy flying towards me,I opened the magical door and heard.Overwhelming happiness,Hushed whispersAnd giggles of jolly laughter….I opened the magical door and smeltCloudy candy floss,I opened the magical door and touchedThe most realistic edible rockAnd sweets all around…I opened the magical door and felt….Curiosity filling my mind ,In my dreams,Fainting from overwhelming joy….I opened the magical door and wondered….What is further on this wonder land??The Neverland to our gateway…Punit BhamuII - JShreya Sandip II - HMy brain was done,With full of Instagram, Facebook, you tubeBut I don’t like my notebookLooking at my face my parents were confused,I was diffusedMy life was full of happinessWhen I was one.But now I am seven plus one.When I was one, I was cuteBut now I am mute.I miss my childhood.No social mediaOnly the real fun.When I was one.43
My Tooth Fell OutMy Dream HouseSudiksha WamanII - DToday, I’m going to brief you the design of my dream house. It is going to include all my dreams in the form of objects.• Kitchen: So, my house is going to be full of pinks andwhites. In it, there will be a kitchen and a beautifulgarden with all the fruits and veggies.• Bedroom : Basically, I’m adding on all my needs andthe things for recreation in it. The bedroom which I’llbe having will include a large T.V., a king-sized bed, awardrobe for all my dresses, accessories and shoes, adressing table for all my make-up products.• Study room: There will be a big wooden table withsome drawers, cabinets attached to the wall, anoffice chair (it’s fun to rotate upon it).Also a laptopfor my school and entertainment purposes and atlast, some paintings having positive thoughts topower me up. Also, there will be play room having allkinds of indoor games and also stuffed toys. I alsowant some material for outdoor games as both areequally important. One cupboard for storing thegames to make the room look tidy and organized.• Garden: And finally, I want a big and beautifulgarden with all sorts of fruits, veggies and for sure,flowers, a swimming pool and a lovely fountain allcovered with marigolds and daisies! I will be veryglad if I get my dream house.Even, I would wish that my house will be full ofdecorations like stars, diamonds,hearts and the whole house is glittery.44
My Tooth Fell OutMy Summer Vacations With My GrandparentsPrakash YewaleII - B Happiest MomentsThe happiest moments are a treasure to hold, Memories that never grow tired or old. A burst of laughter to graceMoments that time cannot erase.A joyful smile, a heart so light,The happiest moments are pure delight. We treasure them dearly, forever to keep, These moments of happiness that make us leap.AdarshV HI was eagerly waiting for this year’s summer vacationsbecause my parents had already planned well in advance,that this time we were going to our native place. Therewere two of my heroes my grandparents .I spent most of the time visiting our farm with mygrandparents. I learned many new things about crops andtheir seasons from them. I also shared some interestingfacts about seasons and crops that I learned in my EVSchapter. It was a routine every night to listen a story fromgrandmother and sink to sleep. So, this year’s summervacations will always remind me of all the good memories Iexperienced there.45
A WINTER DREAM It was a cold winter morning in the detective agency tower.Tia and Me were very happy and excited as it was ourmuch-awaited winter holiday, both of us were visitingNorthern lights to meet our hero, Santa!!Next day, we were on board our flight to Antarctica, wewere super excited! Finally, we reached. But where was he?Our Santa! We were searching everywhere, I was surprisedto see so many gifts, and then I saw something familiar.That’s my name I thought, a gift with my name written onit Trisha! Trisha…. My mom was calling me! Open youreyes my dear! Time to wake up!! Oh! Then I realized it wasall a dream, but when I got down from my bed, I saw thesame gift lying under my bed. Is Santa for real I thought!That remains a mystery forever!My Super Mom No one among the rest,Is like my mom who is the best.She is the one who works hard day and night,To make everything else right.She is the one who is brave,Keeping all her dreams buried in the grave.On the day she gave her child birth,On this beautiful earth.That was the only day when her child cried and she smiled.Trisha Shreekant III ENehal SuryawanshiIII E46
She’s The One She picks me up from a fall.She yells at me when I colour the wall.She tells me about God and encourages me to pray.She holds me close and tells me everything is ok.She is my mom; we always get along.She makes me smile.She is my mom, the best of all!My First Trip To The Jungle It was a long-cherished desireto go on a jungle safari.It was my dream to spota tiger in the jungle.One day my father announcedthat we were going to the ‘Pench Tiger Reserve’ in MadhyaPradesh. That night I couldn’t sleep due to my excitement.Next morning, I woke up at 5:30 and my family and I flew toPune..It was pitch dark. We passed many trees. And afterdriving around some more the driver suddenly stopped thevehicle and cut the engine. The next day’s safari was bit asexciting but so very different from the night before. Eveningtime was spent sitting around a camp fire exchanging storiesand listening to the jungle come alive at night-If I listenedcarefully, I could hear and imagined bright eyes peeping at mefrom among the trees. It was on the last day of our safari thatI saw a leopard in all glory and a strange looking bush. Thedays flew and soon it was time to return to home and althoughI was sad, I carried the memories of the animals, the smell andsounds of the jungle in my heart.“Wisdom follows the mindBut heart steps the truth”“Experience of reality changes your brain in generosity and truthfulness”“Your thoughts make your attitude”“Humanity of your soul connects to harmony. “ QuotesDivya Kanwar III HVarish Pandey III ERoshni BontyIII D47
Computer, Computer! Computer, computer!You have so many parts.There are big ones and small onesAnd the one that makes you start.The Central Processing UnitWhere it all begins.Some people call it the CPU.It has a hard drive which Saves everything you do!The monitor is the top part Which might look like a TV.It shows everything in colour So that you can see.The mouse has two buttonsAnd a rolling wheel in the middle.It helps guide you across the screenWhen you give it a little jiggle.Computers are marvellous devicesThat surprises you for many things.And arises you to workTill the time the cursor blinkDinosaurs are the creatures that went extinct about 65million years ago. They were living on Earth for about165 million years. But the question comes what wouldhappen if dinosaurs were still alive? Would it be a bigdeal? If we think about it, it will be not hard but alsonot easy. There are many types of dinosaurs but let’stake the popular ones like – Ankylosaurus, Pterosaur,Velociraptor, Stegosaurus, Diplodocus, TyrannosaurTex also known as T.rex, Spinosaurus, Brachiosaurusand finally Triceratops and yes, all these species ofdinosaurs would be there. It might sound a little weirdbut my favourite one is Spinosaurus. Coming back to ifthey were still alive if the humans turn out to be weakin front of them and can’t defeat the dinosaurs then thedinosaurs would be the ruling ones.If Dinosaurs Were Still Alive ShubraIII AManisha GoriaV C48
World of My Imagination Which Ice Cream Flavour Do You Preferred to Eat? I can do anything with my imaginationI can write stories and poems,I can play games,I can have fun.With my imagination,I can dream and have nightmares.But some are good and some are bad.I haven't time to list every one of them.I love my imagination, as it doesn’t have any interpretation.Well my favourite flavour is strawberry ,yeah! from ice creamI remember that one day I was sleeping and I was dreamingthat all the things around me were made of ice cream I wasdreaming so, but suddenly I thought that I should go for awalk so I went outside and for my surprise all the grasses andtrees outside the house were made up of ice creams I was veryshocked I think I was still dreaming I pinched my hand but itwas not a dream it was reality I jumped into the grass madeup of ice cream and started eating as much as I could I ate,ate and ate and it affected my weight. But later I realised itwas over eating so I thought of resting but suddenly couldhear somebody shouting,Oh Shreyash you are too late to get upShravaniIV CShreyas BhandareIV F49
The Mysterious CorridorThey walked and walked and walked until they reachedthe other side. But the only problem was that to get tothe other side they had to take a quiz. ‘‘Let’s go back’’said Alice. Then Olivia said ‘‘But what if we meet afairy who grants wishes or what if we meet a talkingunicorn or what if we meet a rabbit on wheels. Howwill we know what lies ahead if we go back?’’ So, theytook the quiz and to their surprise they got full marks.The door opened and they walked through. But theiradventure was over. They had reached the park. Theysoon realized why the park was called ‘The MysteriousCorridor’ because there was a very mysterious corridorinside it. It was made for children to have adventures.On their trip they had also seen a little door in themiddle of the corridor but refused to go through it. ‘‘Wewill be back soon Olivia, to go through that door as werefused to go’’ said Alice. ‘‘Yes, we will’’ said Olivia.The next second their mothers came. The girls sat quietlyin the car. When they reached, they had their dinner andwent to bed. And this is how our story endsAlice was a little girl who was from Switzerland. She hada pet angora rabbit called Snowball. Her favourite colourwas sea foam and she also liked collecting stamps. Oneday her best friend came to her house and said that theywere going to the park. Her best friend’s name was Oliviaand she lived in Peru. The park which they went to wascalled ‘The Mysterious Corridor’. Alice’s mother whosename was Anna said ‘Remember the park seems prettynormal from the outside but who knows what’s inside.And we are going out to buy some ingredients for ourdinner so, in case of any trouble have you memorised ournumbers?’ Both the girls said, ‘yes’ and their mothers left.They went inside the park and saw a portal. It wasglittering and was in the colour of Misty Rose. ‘‘Let’s goinside’’ said Olivia. Alice agreed and just as they touchedit the portal pulled them inside. Soon they made it to theother side and found themselves in a really long corridor.Sharvari DaleIV C50
The Dog Ate My Homework“He scrambled up my science notesWith eggs and bacon strips,Along with sauteed spelling wordsAnd baked potato chips.“He then took my arithmeticAnd had it gently fried.He broiled both my book reportsWith pickles on the side.“He wore a doggy apronAs he cooked a notebook stew.He barked when I objected.There was nothing I could do.”.My doggy ate my homework.He chewed it up,” I said.But when I offered my excuseMy teacher shook her head.I saw this wasn’t going well.I didn’t want to fail.Before she had a chance to talk,I added to the tale:“Before he ate, he took my workAnd tossed it in a pot.He simmered it with succotashTill it was piping hot“Did he wear a doggy chef hat?”She asked me with a scowl.“He did,” I said. “And taking itWould only make him growl.”My teacher frowned, but then I saidAs quickly as I could,“He covered it with ketchup,And he said it tasted good.”“A talking dog who likes to cook?”My teacher had a fit.She sent me to the office,And that is where I sit.I guess I made a big mistakeIn telling her all that.‘Cause I don’t have a doggy. It was eaten by my cat. Shreya Sase51
You can see your beauty in the mirror but you cannot see yourheart. Fair or dark does not matter all that is matters is a bigand pure heart. So I feel kindness is not just a quality, but it isa true beauty that glows from within us. It is not somethingwe can buy or put on, but it is something we can develop inourselves. So let us all try to be kind to ourselves and others ,for it’s the most beautiful thing we can ever be. In conclusion,kindness is not just a quality, but it is a true beauty that glowsfrom within us. It is not something we can buy or put on, butit is something we can cultivate and nurture in ourselves. Solet us all strive to be kind to ourselves and others, for it is themost beautiful thing we can ever be.Sanskruti HajareV GKindness Counts: Beauty That Radiates from WithinWhen we think of beauty, we often think of external looks theclothes we wear, the way we style our hair, and the makeup wedo. But, true beauty is not about what we look like on theoutside. It is about what comes from within us- A personbecomes ten times more attractive, not by their looks , but bytheir feelings, love, attitude, self-confidence and mostimportantly their act of kindness .Kindness is like a ray of lightthat shines from inside. It is a quality that makes us attractive.It can spread making the world a better place. When we focuson how we look out, we are often comparing ourselves to others.We may feel like we are not good enough. But when we focuson kindness we are not comparing ourselves to anyone else, justtrying to be the best of ourselves doing what is right.52
Yashraj BelhekarV BHe said I have magical powers, and it said to me, “I think youhave unique powers to hear me speak which nobody could.”Then we had a chat. And the tree started telling me funnystories about all the passers-by which made me laugh and it alsotold me the ways some treated it. He told me tales of kings andqueens.I was listening with curiosity. Listening to its stories I slept fora few minutes peacefully. Later to my surprise, I woke up in mybedroom. I was shocked to see my mother standing there wakingme up. Then she asked me “why were u laughing?” I thenrealised all that happened between me and the banyan tree wasjust a dream. But I wished that my dream would come truesomeday.One day when I was coming back from my aunt’s house,the hot and sunny weather made me tired. On the way, Isaw a huge banyan tree. I thought to rest for a whileunder its shade. The cool breeze made me doze off.Suddenly I heard someone saying ouch! When I turnedback to see who it was, I was shocked to believe that theold banyan tree could talk. I asked the banyan tree howcould it speak.Talking Banyan Tree53
SOUNDS OF MUSICBecause of music, I feel happy,Because of the music, I feel sleepy.It keeps me calm,Lying on the lap of my momIt increases my passion,Sometimes it boosts my emotions.If it’s a crowd, I make it loud.Because of music, I feel happy,Because of music, I feel sleepy.It does not make me sad,It does not make me bad.Shreya WagaskarV DThe sweet sounds that jingle,Come to me and tingle.Music is peaceful,I think it is needful. Because of music, I feel happy,Because of music, I feel sleepy.54
Happiest MomentI remember a dayNot very long agoWhen I went for school tripAnd the zeal was there to stay.Me and my friends ate snacks and foodWe saw animals, birds and snakesTigers stalking in their cagesAnd the breeze was blissfully cool.Everything was lively and simpleI’ll store it in my deepest memoriesBecause the trip was of true smilesIt is the happiest day I can think of.BHASKAR SHRAMA V CMusic My PassionMusic is my passionIt brings out my emotions.Some songs bring me cheers,Few songs bring me tears….Fast numbers make us screamCertain melodies take us into a dream!Music makes me do things fastIt lets me regain moments lost.Music brings back memories of the pastAnd help remember loved ones who’ve passed….PuneetV D55
The Mysterious AlleyAh! What a pleasant weather in my town, I said, as I opened thewindow of my room and caught an eye on the restaurant next tomy house serving garlic bread, cheddar cheese and blueberry pie. SoI rushed to the door of my room and just then my dad flung thedoor open and said, “Son you have to take these shoes to theshoemaker and tell them to stitch this patch.’ ‘They won’t destroyyour shoes right ?’ Haha, No. So where is this shop? I asked. “ShoeStem Alley”, was right next to Willy Wonka and left without evenletting me say a word. So I had a bubble bath, took a map andleft. When I looked at the map it did not label the Shoe StemAlley, but it labelled Willy Wonka which was 50kms away. So Itook a taxi, but the driver only took me 45kms. He said that thelane you are talking about is too dangerous. After a few hours, Ibumped into the board pointing to a strange lane labelled ShoeStem Alley.I spotted Willy Wonka, but I couldn’t see the shoemakersanywhere. Just then I saw a spark of light and there was aportal. After some time I opened my eyes and saw that I wasin a forest and saw shoemakers. So I rushed inside the shopand saw that the walls of the shop looked like a rainbow ofshoes. Just then an old lady asked me “what have you got therein your hand?” Oh right, can you stitch the patch in theseshoes? I requested. Oh yes, so she took the shoes and took out awand and said “Fixy me chipper” just then a thread and needlecame swooping in and stitched the patch in less than a second,and then the old woman said, “you better run because theforest people don’t like outsiders,” so without disagreeing I ranback to the portal and ran through it. And then I found myselfback in front of my house. It was a terrifying experience yet athrilling one.Agam AroraV A56
Sounds Of NatureWalking on a stream deep down the woods,Chirping sounds of birds tweaking my moodsA cool whistling breeze touched my cheeks.I can hear the squirrel chattering and the Wind whistling around logsThe sound of water flowing and hitting the rocks.Looking at the setting sun, I stood for a whileHearing the lullaby, nature had offered me away a mile.My mind was quiet, my soul was speaking..Music is everywhere and the sound of nature is amazing..Inside Of YouShut your eyes, Open your mind.Look inside. What do You find? Something funny? Something sad Something beautiful, mysterious mad.Open your ears. A word or phrase, Begins to swellCatch its rhythm, Hold its sound. Gently, slowly roll it around.Does it please you? Does it tease you?Now those little words.Are budding poetry , inside Your head.Sairaj PawarV ETeertha Ajith V H57
Once upon a time, there were two boys- John and Thomas. Theywere best friends. One day, their school organized a trip. Both ofthem put their names on the list of students who wished to go.Thomas said to John, ‘Hey! John, do you know, it is rumoredthat the castle is magical!’ That got John’s attention at once.He whispered, ‘Psst! I have an idea…’The next day, the twofriends were tremendously excited. They had planned to sneakin! They were purposely at the back of the crowd so they couldcarry out their plan without anyone spotting them. Itworked!They found themselves in a hall. They stood whispering,wondering what to do next. Suddenly, a voice made them jump.‘Hello!’ A doorknob was talking to them! Frightened, they stoodstaring at it. It said in a kind voice, ‘Please don’t be afraid. I amMelissa. I welcome you both to my home, the enchanted castle.’What?’ John asked. Melissa replied, ‘Everything here ismagical, thus the name. Come on in!’ The boys moved in andstarted exploring. They came to a library. But it was noordinary library! Like everything in the castle, it was magical.There were moving portraits all around the walls of thelibrary. The library itself was huge. John pulled a book off itsshelf. But to his astonishment, as soon as he opened it, thecharacters came to life!homas looked around and saw them.The two friends spent their time talking to differentcharacters from various books. When they felt hungry, theymade their way to the kitchen that cooked on its own. As theyate tasty dish after dish, Thomas looked at John andwhispered the thing they were both thinking- This is the bestday of our lives!’Advika Malviya,V AThe Magical Book58
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