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SUMMARY:Makkala Hubba 2026
DESCRIPTION:When Bengaluru’s beloved city-wide arts and culture festival\, BLR Hubba*\, decided to hand Freedom Park over to children\, something extraordinary happened – Makkala Hubba came to life! \nAt Makkala Hubba\, chase the migration trails of Bengaluru’s butterflies (Follow the Butterflies)\, peer into the bioluminescent deep in Phytoplankton World\, navigate the city through a life-size puzzle (Elli\, Ekke\, Ennu?)\, stir up recipe maps of India in Cook & Keep and more. \n(*BLR Hubba — Bengaluru’s festival of festivals\, anchored by the Unboxing BLR Foundation — is a 10-day celebration of the city through dance\, music\, theatre\, art\, food\, and more\, bringing historic landmarks alive with genre-defying experiences. Nested within it\, Makkala Hubba is its dedicated children’s sub-festival curated by Bhawna Jaimini. Bhawna Jaimini is an urban practitioner and writer whose work sits at the intersection of architecture\, society\, and culture\, with a deep commitment to equitable spaces for women and children) \n \nClick here to know more
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/makkala-hubba-supported-by-bachpan-manao-when-a-festival-becomes-a-movement/
LOCATION:Freedom Park\, Bengaluru
CATEGORIES:Offline
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SUMMARY:Small Shifts\, Big Feelings: Integrating SEL into Everyday Activities with Slam Out Loud
DESCRIPTION:What if integrating Socio-Emotional Learning didn’t mean adding more to your plate\, but rather repurposing what’s already there? This hands-on masterclass invites participants into an experiential journey where you’ll engage in an art activity that reveals the difference facilitation approach makes in children’s learning. Through creating together\, participants will discover how small\, intentional changes\, in the questions we ask\, the space we hold\, and the prompts we offer can transform ordinary moments into powerful opportunities for emotional awareness\, self-expression\, and growth. Participants leave with concrete\, low-resource tools they can implement into their immediate settings. \n \nClick here to know more
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/small-shifts-big-feelings-integrating-sel-into-everyday-activities-with-slam-out-loud/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117
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SUMMARY:Bachpan Manao In A Box - A Citywide Invitation To Reclaim Childhood
DESCRIPTION:Bachpan Manao invites schools\, anganwadis\, community groups\, RWA’s\, individuals and organisations across Bengaluru to host their own ‘BM in a Box’ – a joyful series of micro-events that bring play\, storytelling and creativity into everyday spaces. \n  \nClick here to know more.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/bachpan-manao-in-a-box/
CATEGORIES:Offline,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250917T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250927T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184758
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SUMMARY:Emerging Shifts in Classrooms through Creative Facilitation
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to celebrate the stories of teachers\, art & joyful learning. \nSaturday Art Class\, in collaboration with Bachpan Manao\, invites you to a special webinar on Wednesday\, 17th September 2025. \nThis session will spotlight the personal journeys and stories of educators across India who are placing creativity\, art\, and social-emotional learning (SEL) at the heart of teaching. Their experiences reflect a powerful shift in mindset and a renewed confidence to approach learning as a joyful\, engaging\, and meaningful process. \nAs part of this conversation\, Saturday Art Class will launch their report\, “Emerging Shifts in Classrooms through Creative Facilitation.” The report captures how the Art for Educator (AFE) program has supported educators in this journey—helping them embrace visual arts and SEL\, build confidence\, and reimagine student learning experiences. \nHere’s what you can expect: \n🎨 A hands-on\, reflective art activity \n📖 Launch of the research report with key insights \n🗣️ An engaging panel discussion with spotlighted educators\, partner organizations\, the chief guest Ms. Deepika Mogilishetty (Chief of Policy and Partnerships\, EkStep Foundation)\, and the Saturday Art Class team. \nWe welcome you to be part of this important conversation on supporting educator well-being and shaping creative\, joyful classrooms. \n 
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/emerging-shifts-in-classrooms-through-creative-facilitation/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250912T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250912T180000
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SUMMARY:Bachpan Baithak
DESCRIPTION:Everyday Climate Futures: Childhood\, Play & Space \nWhen we speak of climate\, we often think of rising seas\, hotter summers\, and shifting food systems. But climate is also lived in small\, everyday ways: where children play\, what they breathe\, how families migrate\, and which foods find their way to their plates. \nFor children\, these shifts are not abstract. A playground that floods every monsoon\, a classroom too hot to sit in\, or the loss of a seasonal fruit all shape their earliest experiences of the world. These everyday encounters with climate leave lasting imprints on how they learn\, grow\, and imagine the future. \nAt Bachpan Manao\, we believe care and childhood are central to how societies prepare for change. That is why\, during India Climate Week\, we are hosting a Bachpan Baithak\, an informal roundtable that brings together diverse voices to reflect on what climate means for India’s youngest citizens\, and what this reveals about the futures ahead. \nTogether\, we’ll ask: How do children experience climate in their everyday lives of play\, space\, and care? And how can these perspectives help us imagine futures that are not only climate-resilient\, but also child-friendly and just?
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/bachpan-baithak/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250904T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250904T170000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Spotting the Signs: Early Childhood Development Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:Through this hour\, specialist from Nidhi Foundation for Early Interventions take a guided journey through one of the most important stages in a person’s life -early childhood through the lens of ‘development’. \nWhether you’re a parent\, an educator\, or both\, this session will offer valuable insights into how young children grow\, learn\, and develop. The session will explore the key principles of early development\, the conditions needed for children to thrive\, and the factors that can support or hinder healthy growth. \nYou will learn how to recognize when a child might not be developing as expected\, and why early identification and support matter. \nThe goal is to start the conversation on building a shared understanding of early childhood that empowers you in your home\, classroom\, or community to support every child’s potential. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nUnderstand what typical development looks like in early childhood\, including the key areas of growth physical\, cognitive\, language\, social\, and emotional.\nBegin to recognise\, at an introductory level\, early signs that may suggest developmental delays or disabilities\, and understand why early awareness and support are so important.\n\nThis session is not about making diagnoses\, but about helping adults who care for and work with young children feel more confident in noticing when a child might need additional support — and knowing what steps to take next. \nThis masterclass is valuable for Parents of young children\, professionals working with children\, anyone interested in early childhood.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-spotting-the-signs-early-childhood-development-made-simple/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250812T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250812T180000
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SUMMARY:Library Banegi Apni: How to Set Up a Library Listening to Voices from the Field
DESCRIPTION:This Librarians’ Day\, join us for an inspiring online session where three incredible changemakers share their lived experiences of building vibrant libraries from the ground up. \n  \n🎙 Meet the Speakers: \n📍 Nadira Chaturvedi – Founder\, Aseem’s Libraries \n📍 Jatin Lalit – Founder\, Bansa Community Library & Resource Centre \n📍 Saba Khan – Founder\, Savitribai Fule & Fatima Shekh Open Libraries \n  \n🗂️ Agenda: \n📌 How to Set Up a Library \n📌 Listening to Voices from the Field \n  \n🔍 Three Rounds of Conversations: \n🧠 Starting the Library – From idea to action \n📚 Building the Space & Collection – Shaping shelves\, stories\, and spaces \n🌱 Community & Sustainability – Keeping the library alive\, thriving\, and relevant \n  \n💬 Why Attend? \nHear real stories\, practical tips\, and honest reflections from the field—perfect for anyone dreaming of starting or strengthening a library in their community. \n  \n📖 Let’s celebrate Librarians’ Day by learning from those who’ve turned their vision into a living\, breathing library!
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/library-banegi-apni-how-to-set-up-a-library-listening-to-voices-from-the-field/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250723T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250723T170000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Why Play Matters: Rediscovering What We’ve Forgotten
DESCRIPTION:As educators and adults\, we often forget the importance of play (doing) and playfulness (being)\, even though for children\, it’s the very foundation of how they learn. \n​Play isn’t just an activity—it’s an attitude of lightness that fosters joy\, safety\, connection\, and deep learning. \n​In this masterclass\, we invite you to rediscover the powerful role of play and playfulness in your own life and work. \n​Together\, we’ll explore: \n\n​What is play for me?\n​How can I bring a state of play into my being and my teaching?\n\n​Join us for a reflective\, experiential session that brings joy back to the heart of learning—for your students and for yourself. \n​✅ Key Takeaways \n\n​Experience and reflect on playfulness as an attitude in our lives\n​Practices to incorporate play into our role\n​Understand the relevance of play in education
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-why-play-matters-rediscovering-what-weve-forgotten/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250708T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250708T170000
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SUMMARY:Brain Beats : How Rhythm Shapes Language and Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Masterclass by Professor Usha Goswami to explore how early childhood experiences\, particularly hearing Baby Talk\, shape a child’s linguistic development and set them up for literacy. This session will delve into the benefits of singing to babies and using Baby Talk\, focusing on speech rhythm—an essential component of both learning language and learning to read. \nBy describing her cross-language research programme\, Professor Goswami will explain how children’s speech-sound awareness is rooted in rhythmic learning. The Cambridge Baby Rhythm project revealed that speech rhythms and brain rhythms are intimately linked\, providing the key foundations for language learning and literacy. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nTalking Baby Talk and singing to infants is crucial for brain development\nAcross languages\, rhythmic speech is the foundation of later speech-sound learning\nRhythmic activities in home and pre-school settings support language learning and protect against dyslexia\n\nThis masterclass is valuable for educators\, social workers\, policymakers\, and development professionals looking to better understand and address the importance of childhood language and literacy
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/brain-beats-how-rhythm-shapes-language-and-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250625T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184758
CREATED:20260410T112334Z
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SUMMARY:Peek-a-boo\, Nature Too! Masterclass - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Two-Part Masterclass to Explore How Nature Can Transform Early Learning 🌿 \nIn this interactive two-part masterclass (1 hour each on June 18 & 25)\, discover how simple\, intentional interactions with nature can nurture curiosity\, critical thinking\, and a deep sense of connection in young children. Through guided observation\, sensory play\, and movement-based experiences\, we’ll explore how to turn both indoor and outdoor spaces into meaningful learning environments. \nEducators will learn practical strategies to bring nature into the everyday classroom—whether it’s through inquiry-based approaches\, reflective conversations about the environment\, or encouraging mindful time in green spaces. \n🌱 No matter where you teach or parent\, nature can be your co-teacher—and this session will show you how. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nLearn how to design nature-rich learning opportunities through observation\, movement\, and sensory exploration\nUnderstand how early conversations around climate change can be meaningful and age-appropriate\nDiscover how time in nature can enhance emotional wellbeing\, cognitive growth\, and a child’s connection to the world\n\nThis Masterclass is valuable for preschool and early years teachers\, parents\, caregivers\, and educators who want to bring nature-based learning and environmental awareness into children’s everyday live
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/peek-a-boo-nature-too-masterclass-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250618T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250618T170000
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CREATED:20260410T112152Z
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SUMMARY:Peek-a-boo\, Nature Too! Masterclass - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Two-Part Masterclass to Explore How Nature Can Transform Early Learning 🌿 \nIn this interactive two-part masterclass (1 hour each on June 18 & 25)\, discover how simple\, intentional interactions with nature can nurture curiosity\, critical thinking\, and a deep sense of connection in young children. Through guided observation\, sensory play\, and movement-based experiences\, we’ll explore how to turn both indoor and outdoor spaces into meaningful learning environments. \nEducators will learn practical strategies to bring nature into the everyday classroom—whether it’s through inquiry-based approaches\, reflective conversations about the environment\, or encouraging mindful time in green spaces. \n🌱 No matter where you teach or parent\, nature can be your co-teacher—and this session will show you how. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nLearn how to design nature-rich learning opportunities through observation\, movement\, and sensory exploration\nUnderstand how early conversations around climate change can be meaningful and age-appropriate\nDiscover how time in nature can enhance emotional wellbeing\, cognitive growth\, and a child’s connection to the world\n\nThis Masterclass is valuable for preschool and early years teachers\, parents\, caregivers\, and educators who want to bring nature-based learning and environmental awareness into children’s everyday live
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/peek-a-boo-nature-too-masterclass-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250609T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250609T170000
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SUMMARY:#ChoosePlayEveryday: A webinar by UNICEF-India and EkStep Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Join UNICEF India and Bachpan Manao for a webinar to launch the #ChoosePlayEveryday campaign for the International Day of Play (June 11th). Let’s rally together to make play visible across India!
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/chooseplayeveryday-a-webinar-by-unicef-india-and-ekstep-foundation/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250529T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250529T170000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Scribbles Matter The Role of Art in Early Brain Development and Emotional Expression
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Masterclass by Dabble to explore how art plays a vital role in early childhood brain development\, emotional expression\, and communication. This session will uncover how children interact with colours and creativity from infancy\, why early scribbles are foundational\, and how simple art experiences can spark confidence\, connection\, and imagination. \nThrough real-world insights and practical ideas\, this masterclass will help parents and preschool educators build a deeper understanding of the science and significance of art in the early years—and learn how to create engaging\, age-appropriate opportunities for artistic play at home or in class. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nUnderstand why art and colour are essential tools for early brain development\, emotional regulation\, and creativity\nLearn when and how to introduce art to young children in developmentally appropriate ways\nDiscover practical\, easy-to-implement strategies to foster creativity and strengthen the parent-child bond through shared art experiences\n\nThis Masterclass is valuable for parents\, preschool educators\, caregivers\, and early childhood professionals who want to nurture creativity\, emotional intelligence\, and holistic development in young children.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-scribbles-matter-the-role-of-art-in-early-brain-development-and-emotional-expression/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250525T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250525T183000
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SUMMARY:Bachpan Manao Sabha
DESCRIPTION:​It takes a village to bring up a child and we are trying to bring together a micro village to answer this question by creating a space to pause\, connect\, and reimagine what childhood means today — and you’re invited. \n​We are the Bachpan Manao team at EkStep Foundation \n​Bachpan Manao is an initiative that invites you to celebrate the first 8 years of life as a time of joyful learning and deep potential. Seeded by EkStep Foundation\, the initiative connects 100+ organisations working to nurture every child’s growth holistically. \n​There are 3 segments to this day. Here’s what to expect: \n​🔹 Thinking of Childhood Together – An invite-only Workshop\nA space to pause and ask: What does a thriving childhood look like today?\nIn this participatory workshop\, you will step into a dialogue – guided reflections and small-group exchanges will help surface memories\, insights\, and possibilities\, reclaiming the essence of childhood as we imagine what it could and should be for every child in India. \n​You are also invited to participate in other events on the day\, which are focused on bringing the essence of Bachpan Manao and the heart of CollabAction alive. \n​🔹 BM8 Talks\, a dynamic platform inspired by the TED Talk format—focused on sharing bold\, thought-provoking ideas on Early Childhood in 8 minutes or less. \n​🔹 Katha Utsav\, a celebration of stories\, from the inaugural FactorDaily–Bachpan Manao Fellowship\, and a Fireside chat on “Stories That Grow Into Culture: Beyond Hero’s Journey”. \n​This is a space to pause\, connect\, and see the threads of a larger story we’re all helping shape.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/bachpan-manao-sabha/
LOCATION:Sabha
CATEGORIES:Offline
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250514T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250514T173000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184758
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SUMMARY:The ‘First Songs’ Celebration – A Lullaby Project
DESCRIPTION:The First Songs project invites you to a special event to mark the launch of its microsite and share the incredible journey of collecting more than 100 lullabies in 13 languages from across India. These lullabies—often a child’s first experience of rhythm\, comfort\, and language—are being collected and shared so that families everywhere can sing\, learn\, and grow together. Research shows that children learn words not just through individual sounds but through rhythm\, and tone —exactly what lullabies offer. Singing to children lays astrong foundation for language development\, emotional bonding\, and a lifelong love for learning. \nThis project and celebration is a collabaction of Bachpan Manao\, an initiative to celebrate the abundance of childhood through joy\, and play.  We’d love for you to join us—to listen\, to sing\, and to be part of a movement that values the first songs we sing to children. \nBachpan Manao\, Loriya Sunao! \nLet’s celebrate lullabies. Let’s celebrate childhood.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/the-first-songs-celebration-a-lullaby-project/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250429T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184758
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Mom Brain: The Neuroscience of Parenting and Perinatal Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Masterclass by Dr Jodi Pawluski\, PhD to explore the key transformations in the brain during the transition to parenthood and what this means for parenting. \nThis session will delve into the neurological changes throughout pregnancy and into the postpartum in both mothers and fathers and will provide insight as to the role of these changes in perinatal mental illness. Through real-world insights and practical stories\, this masterclass will help social sector professionals\, caregivers\, and educators build a deeper understanding of the neuroscience of parenthood and learn how to create supportive interventions that foster resilience in parents\, benefiting both parent and child. \nKey Takeaways \n\nDevelop awareness and understanding of how the brain changes across pregnancy in mothers\nUnderstand that the brain changes with fatherhood as well.\nDiscover how to better promote mental health during the transition to motherhood. Relevant for whom\n\nThis masterclass is valuable for NGO leaders\, social workers\, policymakers\, development professionals\, and anyone looking to better understand how the transition to parenthood affects the brain.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-mom-brain-the-neuroscience-of-parenting-and-perinatal-mental-health/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250423T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184758
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SUMMARY:Reading Pictures: Using Wordless Picture Books to Unlock Joy for Children
DESCRIPTION:A Wordless Book is made up of pictures and no words to let readers insert themselves into stories as interpreters. Wordless books empower readers to use their own vocabulary and imagination to create and infer a story based on a series of images. \nWordless picture books encourage collaboration between a child and an educator. Because of the absence of a read-aloud component\, how children interpret the images and choose to talk about them can help adults see what’s in front of them with completely new eyes as well. Wordless picture books also enable lateral thinking in readers who use the same visuals to tell multiple stories at every reading. \nBachpan Manao\, Librarians of India\, Pratham Books have come together to offer a masterclass for teachers\, storytellers and librarians. In this webinar\, picture-book creators and teacher-facilitators will be walking us through the process of making a wordless book\, its value to readers and the best ways it can be used with children.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/reading-pictures-using-wordless-picture-books-to-unlock-joy-for-children/
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on The Hidden Costs of Childhood Adversity Confirmation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Masterclass by Dream a Dream to explore how adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) shape a child’s development and long-term well-being. This session will delve into the hidden costs of childhood adversity\, focusing on Failure to Thrive—a condition where a child’s physical and psychological growth is hindered due to environmental\, emotional\, or medical factors. \nThrough real-world insights and practical stories\, this masterclass will help social sector professionals\, caregivers\, and educators build a deeper understanding of childhood adversity and learn how to create supportive interventions that foster resilience and healing. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nDevelop awareness and sensitivity towards childhood adversity and its long-term effects.\nIdentify signs of Failure to Thrive and understand its root causes.\nInternalize a model for fostering resilience and supporting children’s thriving journeys as adults.\n\nThis masterclass is valuable for NGO leaders\, social workers\, policymakers\, and development professionals looking to better understand and address the impact of childhood adversity.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-the-hidden-costs-of-childhood-adversity-confirmation/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250401T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184758
CREATED:20260410T095028Z
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Make Your Own Play: Insights on Contextual Learning
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Masterclass by Swatantra Talim focused on understanding how contextual learning i.e.\, learning from materials around us\, can transform into playful manipulators leading to the holistic learning of a child. The idea is to help parents\, teachers\, and the community understand how children and adults can find more ways of engaging in ‘play’ together. The more shared experiences we have with our children\, the more we understand them\, and the more we help them become better\, free-er\, more creative versions of themselves. \nKey Takeaways \n\n\nIdeas for parents on how to integrate play\, with objects from around them into their child’s learning. \n\n\nTeaching learning material for educators to engage children creatively. \n\n\nSome of the best practices from Swatantra Talim’s pedagogy and theory of change. \n\n\nSimple stories and games to build shared experiences with children\, and why they matter. \n\n\nThis masterclass is valuable for parents\, teachers\, educators\, and program personnel looking to discover ways of incorporating play that is contextual in nature.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-make-your-own-play-insights-on-contextual-learning/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250226T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250226T173000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184758
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T094320Z
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Empowering Creative Learning for All
DESCRIPTION:How can we unlock imagination and creativity in young minds? What kind of content sparks curiosity and inspires lifelong learning? And how can we scale creative learning to reach every child? \nJoin us for an engaging Masterclass by Pratham Education Foundation\, where we dive into these questions and explore how to establish a Creativity Club—a space where curiosity thrives and resourceful\, hands-on learning takes center stage. \n🔍 Key Takeaways:\n✔️ Learn how to set up a Creativity Club in your community or classroom.\n✔️ Discover low-resource\, activity-based content ideas that spark curiosity.\n✔️ Receive a toolkit & resources to support your creativity club and bring ideas to life.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-empowering-creative-learning-for-all/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250225T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250225T173000
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CREATED:20260410T021431Z
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Parenting & Technology: The Three Caregiver Archetypes
DESCRIPTION:At any point in time\, on any subject\, three-four narratives are running parallel in society. One cannot isolate them or put them in a hierarchy and say one is more important than the other or more influential than the other.” – Sanchari Basu Chaudhuri \nHow do caregivers engage with technology when it comes to children’s learning? Based on primary research with caregivers using the Jaadui Pitaara app\, this masterclass uncovers three distinct caregiver personas—those who embrace technology\, those who struggle with it\, and those who seek a balance. Each perspective shapes a child’s learning journey in unique ways. \n🎙 Led by Reshma Bachwani from illume (brand communication & consumer insights)\, this session will explore how technology can be a tool for empowerment rather than a challenge. \n🔍 Key Takeaway:\nGain a deeper understanding of caregiver personas so that programs and interventions can be designed with inclusivity and real-world complexity in mind—because there is no single truth.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-parenting-technology-the-three-caregiver-archetypes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241203T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184758
CREATED:20260409T030835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T053810Z
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Legal Rights and Early Support for Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3\, 2024) Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy is hosting Starting Strong: A Masterclass on Legal Rights and Early Support for Children with Disabilities. \n🎙 What’ to expect?\n\n➡️ Understanding the rights of children with disabilities and why early support matters.\n➡️ The role of educators\, schools\, and governments in making inclusive education a reality.\n➡️A clear guide to help families with early identification\, disability certification\, and accessing support.\n➡️Simple strategies to make classrooms more inclusive and welcoming for all learners.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-legal-rights-and-early-support-for-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241120T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241120T170000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Translating Picture Books  for Children
DESCRIPTION:After the panel ‘Planting Stories\, Growing Readers‘\, Pratham Books is excited to announce a masterclass on the November 20\, 2024. \nThis masterclass ‘One Story\, Many Languages’ will focus on sharing tips and best practices to translate levelled picture books. \nIt will be an engaging session for folks who are teachers/librarians looking to translate books into home languages\, translators\, language enthusiasts\, writers\, and other caring adults who are in their initial foray into translating in Indian languages. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nThe nuances of translating levelled picture books\nA demo of translation tools on Pratham Books’ open platform\, StoryWeaver to help you create your  published digital translation catalogue\nSome hands on translation activities
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-translating-picture-books-for-children/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241105T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241105T170000
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SUMMARY:Planting Stories\, Growing Readers: A Panel Discussion hosted by Pratham Books StoryWeaver
DESCRIPTION:Pratham Books StoryWeaver is hosting a panel discussion – Planting Stories\, Growing Readers: Championing Reading for Joy with Contextual and Inclusive Picture Books. \n🎙 What’s in store? \n➡  Hear from picture book creators\, librarians\, and community organizations as they share the magic behind reading journeys that spark lifelong connections with books. \n➡ Hear insights from The Forgotten Folklore Project with SauraMandala Foundation | Centre for Accelerated Development  and Not That Different with Bookosmia- India’s No.1 publisher ‘for kids\, by kids’ — two projects dedicated to crafting inclusive\, multilingual\, and deeply contextual stories that resonate with every child.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/planting-stories-growing-readers-a-panel-discussion-hosted-by-pratham-books-storyweaver/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240918T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240918T173000
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SUMMARY:Voices of Teaching (in Hindi)
DESCRIPTION:As we celebrate Teacher’s Day this month\, it’s time to reflect on the profound contributions of those who shape our childrens’ future—our Teachers. Often the quiet changemakers\, teachers are the catalysts for change in so many lives. \nAt Voices of Teaching\, we are inviting you to step into a space where educators step out of the wings and take center stage. This is a moment to truly see and hear our teachers as the passionate individuals they are\, hear their stories\, to celebrate their journeys\, and be inspired by the ways they continue to transform lives. \nVoices of Teaching\, is an online event brought to you by Simple Education Foundation and EkStep Foundation\, as a Bachpan Manao\, Badhte Jao collab-action. \n\nWhy “Voices of Teaching”? \nThis event is a unique opportunity for teachers to share their stories\, classroom innovations\, and the moments that inspire them to keep making a difference. We believe that every teacher’s journey is filled with valuable insights\, and through this event\, we aim to create a space where these voices can be heard\, celebrated\, and shared. \nWhat can you expect from the event? \n“Voices of Teaching” is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of the journey of an educator. During the event\, there will be opportunities to: \n\nShare Experiences: Teachers will have the opportunity to share their successes\, challenges\, and the innovative practices they employ in the classroom.\nConnect with Peers: This event will bring together educators from diverse backgrounds\, creating a rich environment for exchange and learning or just making new friends\nFind Inspiration: Through the stories of fellow educators\, teachers will be inspired and energized in their journeys.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/voices-of-teaching-in-hindi/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240917T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240917T173000
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SUMMARY:Voices of Teaching (in English)
DESCRIPTION:As we celebrate Teacher’s Day this month\, it’s time to reflect on the profound contributions of those who shape our childrens’ future—our Teachers. Often the quiet changemakers\, teachers are the catalysts for change in so many lives. \nAt Voices of Teaching\, we are inviting you to step into a space where educators step out of the wings and take center stage. This is a moment to truly see and hear our teachers as the passionate individuals they are\, hear their stories\, to celebrate their journeys\, and be inspired by the ways they continue to transform lives. \nVoices of Teaching\, is an online event brought to you by Simple Education Foundation and EkStep Foundation\, as a Bachpan Manao\, Badhte Jao collab-action. \n\nWhy “Voices of Teaching”? \nThis event is a unique opportunity for teachers to share their stories\, classroom innovations\, and the moments that inspire them to keep making a difference. We believe that every teacher’s journey is filled with valuable insights\, and through this event\, we aim to create a space where these voices can be heard\, celebrated\, and shared. \nWhat can you expect from the event? \n“Voices of Teaching” is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of the journey of an educator. During the event\, there will be opportunities to: \n\nShare Experiences: Teachers will have the opportunity to share their successes\, challenges\, and the innovative practices they employ in the classroom.\nConnect with Peers: This event will bring together educators from diverse backgrounds\, creating a rich environment for exchange and learning or just making new friends\nFind Inspiration: Through the stories of fellow educators\, teachers will be inspired and energized in their journeys.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/voices-of-teaching/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240912T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240912T180000
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SUMMARY:Creative Art Express: Transforming Learning through Art Masterclass by Saturday Art Class X Pratham Education Foundation X Pratham International Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:How can we bring visual arts and socio-emotional learning to every classroom? \nDiscover how visual arts and SEL curriculum can transform classrooms and nurture creative confidence. Join us to explore e-resources that enhance socio-emotional learning\, offering adaptable visual arts tools for diverse educational environments by Saturday Art Class\, Pratham International and Pratham Education Foundation. \nKey Takeaways: \n1. Experience how a visual arts class can unlock socio-emotional learning. \n2. See what digital tools are available to bring visual arts and SEL to your classroom. \n3. Get a peek into how these digital tools can be adapted to diverse educational settings. \nRemember to bring your art supplies\, including paper\, pencils\, and crayons or sketch pens.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/creative-art-express-transforming-learning-through-art-masterclass-by-saturday-art-class-x-pratham-education-foundation-x-pratham-international-masterclass/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240908T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240908T150000
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SUMMARY:BCC Carnival
DESCRIPTION:The monthly BCC Carnival\, this time. \nThe theme for this edition is Celebrating Play – what does it mean for adults to freely play like children\, what can we learn through playfulness\, and can we reimagine the world for the children of today with more spaces of play and play-friendly cities? \nLaunching a series of interactive installations in the BCC space for you to explore the world of play through sound\, visual arts\, toys & props\, board & card games\, and more. Also have market stalls\, live music\, and many interesting activities like flow arts\, DIY art\, live caricature\, pottery\, group games\, etc. \nWant to play? Come join! All are welcome \n11am to 3pm\, Sunday\, 8th September\, 2024\nat Bangalore Creative Circus\, Yeshwantpur (Near Orion Mall/Iskcon) \nPlease note:\n– Sandal Soap Factory metro station is less than 1km away from us!\n– Please bring your water bottles\, we have refilling points across the space\n– Don’t forget to bring your shopping bags too!\nThank you 💚✨
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/bcc-carnival/
CATEGORIES:Offline
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240820T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240820T183000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184758
CREATED:20240814T111604Z
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SUMMARY:BMBJ Masterclass by Ashoka Foundation and Saajha
DESCRIPTION:Join a global conversation about how we can best prepare the next generation to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Backed by Ashoka’s 40+ years of experience empowering social entrepreneurs\, ‘The Power of Your Kids’ invites participants to reflect on change in their communities and consider what is required to create a better world for our children. Through relevant discussions\, inspiring stories\, and practical activities\, participants will be equipped with a fresh mindset and new ideas to help children realize their potential as changemakers. \nKey Takeaways:\na. Children are powerful – they don’t have to grow up before they can start making a positive change in their communities.\nb. Children need allies – adults who believe in them and support them without taking over when things get difficult.\nc. Children must connect – empathy and collaborative action are critical competencies for young people to skillfully navigate change.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/bmbj-masterclass-by-ashoka-foundation-and-saajha/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240812T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240812T170000
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SUMMARY:‘Kathe Chikkappa' release featuring the Hon. Chief Minister\, Shri Siddaramaiah
DESCRIPTION:Read-Aloud Program with the gram panchayat librarians of Karnataka has inspired a delightful children’s story: ‘Story Chikkappa’ and its Kannada version\, ‘Kathe Chikkappa.’ 📚💖 \nThe book is being released today at Palace Grounds in Bangalore for the grand launch\, featuring the Hon. Chief Minister\, Shri Siddaramaiah\, along with 6000 librarians! In attendance will be Smt Nirmala Sitharaman\, Hon. Union Finance Minister\, and Shri Priyank Kharge\, Hon. Minister of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj. 🙌🎉
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/kathe-chikkappa-release-featuring-the-hon-chief-minister-shri-siddaramaiah/
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