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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: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
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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: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:20250618T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250618T170000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Peek-a-boo\, Nature Too! - 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:20250625T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250625T170000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Peek-a-boo\, Nature Too! - 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:20250708T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250708T170000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on 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: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: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: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: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:20250917T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250917T180000
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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251015T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251015T173000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on How Nurture and Nutrition shape Growth and Development: Trends in Early Childhood from an Indian Birth Cohort
DESCRIPTION:Through this hour\, Dr. Beena Koshy\, a developmental paediatrician with over two decades of clinical and research experience in childhood development and disability\, will take us through the crucial early childhood factors that influence a child’s growth and development. \nDrawing from her extensive community-based work with families and cohorts at CMC Vellore\, Dr. Koshy will offer rich\, research-backed insights that connect everyday practices to lifelong outcomes for children. \nWhether you are a health worker\, teacher\, community worker\, or school authority\, this session will deepen your understanding of how early nutrition\, growth\, development\, and early education come together to shape the foundations of life. \nThe session will also highlight findings from Indian research and lived community experiences\, offering new perspectives to strengthen how we support young children in our homes\, classrooms\, and communities. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nGlimpse into Indian research that underscores the importance of the early years.\nUnderstanding of key factors influencing early childhood growth\, nutrition\, and development.\nMotivation and insight to strengthen your role in supporting early childhood wellbeing.\n\nThis masterclass is valuable for all individuals working with young children\, including health workers\, teachers\, carers\, community workers\, researchers\, and school authorities.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-how-nurture-and-nutrition-shape-growth-and-development-trends-in-early-childhood-from-an-indian-birth-cohort/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251029T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251029T170000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Is Space Important for Child Development?
DESCRIPTION:In most ideas\, discourses related to child-development and education and hence in the efforts to actualize and bring them to practice\, where these will manifest – the space – has least attention. Whereas\, space encompasses them all the time in all places – indoor or outdoors. \nIn this context\, Kabir Vajpeyi will be hosting the upcoming Masterclass – Is Space Important for Child Development? This session underlines and focuses on how space has the immense possibility and potential to contribute significantly in the natural process of child development and learning through multiple senses. \nKabir Vajpeyi is an architect and social entrepreneur from Bhopal\, has spent over three decades using design as a tool for social change. As co-founder of VINYÃS and VINYÃS Society\, he has worked with governments across 22 states to make schools\, Anganwadis\, and health centres more inclusive and child-friendly. His pioneering idea\, BaLA (Building as Learning Aid)\, has transformed over three lakh schools and two lakh Anganwadis across India\, and inspired work globally. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nBecome more aware of the importance of creating sensitive and responsible spaces for children.\nDevelop an understanding of how to develop such spaces in their own environments – home\, campus\, neighbourhood\, settlement\, or institution.\nIntegrate space into providing a better childhood for their own children and those in society.\n\nThis Masterclass will be valuable for Anganwadi workers\, program designers\, caregivers\, preschool or ICDS programme administrators\, preschool teachers and principals\, parents\, and policy professionals.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-is-space-important-for-child-development/
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Manotsava: National Mental Health Festival
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to share that Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies\, in partnership with NIMHANS and NCBS\, is hosting the second edition of Manotsava\, the National Mental Health Festival on 8–9 November at The Lalit Ashok\, Bengaluru. \nThe festival brings people together to explore everyday mental health through conversations on parenting\, screen-time\, childhood stress\, caregiving\, loneliness\, intergenerational ties\, wellbeing at work\, and growing older with dignity\, through talks\, workshops\, art\, and experiential spaces. \nAnd guess what?! Bachpan Manao will be there too! \nWhether you are a practitioner\, parent\, policymaker\, educator\, student\, or simply curious about how care shows up in our everyday lives\, we would love to meet you there. \nFestival Highlights \nThe line-up features leading voices in mental and emotional wellbeing\, including: \nDr Richie Davidson (Center for Healthy Minds\, University of Wisconsin–Madison) \nDr Prabha Chandra (NIMHANS) \nProf Vidita Vaidya (TIFR) \nDr Kaz De Jong (Médecins Sans Frontières) \nRahul Roy (Filmmaker) \nProf Surya Dolla (IIT Bombay) \nDr Amit Malik (Amaha) \nKeynote Conversation: Rohini Nilekani will be in conversation with Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw and Nikhil Kamath \nThe festival is free and open to everyone. \nStep into the Bachpan Manao Zone \nAt Manotsava this year\, the Bachpan Manao Zone is a space to pause and reconnect with the worlds of children\, through play\, imagination\, and everyday care. \nIt is an open corner for: \nRemembering childhood as relationship\, not just a stage of life \nNoticing how safety\, comfort\, and belonging shape a growing mind \nExploring how play becomes expression\, regulation\, and meaning-making \nReflecting on the link between care\, childhood environments\, and mental health \nYou will find prompts\, small playful interactions\, and reflective corners that invite you to look at mental health through the lens of early experiences\, and not only interventions. \nThis is a space for anyone working with\, caring for\, or simply curious about children\, across education\, health\, parenting\, youth work\, community building\, or early childhood systems. \nIf this sounds intriguing\, come join us at the Bachpan Manao Zone. Slow down and step into a child’s pace. \nWhat’s inside the Bachpan Manao Zone? \nA collective of beautiful experiences – each one exploring childhood and mental health in its own unique way: \nBachpan Manao \nThis stall invites visitors to soften their burdens and step into the overflowing spirit of childhood. Childhood is not a memory locked in the past\, but a wellspring of imagination\, laughter\, and wonder that lives within us. By moving from heaviness to lightness\, the stall reminds us of all that childhood holds\, mischief\, colour\, curiosity\, and play\, and how much of it still belongs to us. It is a celebration of that abundance\, and an invitation to carry a little of it back into everyday life. \nArtreach India \nStep into Visual Voices\, a vibrant showcase of how art empowers children to share their stories. Featuring unique artworks and animations from child care institutions\, low-income schools\, and community programs\, this stall highlights how creative expression fosters joy\, focus\, confidence\, and connection. Explore how art supports emotional wellbeing\, skill-building\, and mental health for children facing adversity. \nBookworm Goa \nTake a break at the Calm Corner\, a cozy space with books and sensory toys for children. Join the Collaborative Art Station to express emotions through guided art activities\, or enjoy an engaging Read Aloud session\, complete with discussions and activities before and after the story. \nFunky Rainbow \nA bookstall featuring a curated selection of children’s books that help young readers explore emotions\, relationships\, and life’s complexities — all in a language that feels real and relatable to them. \nPratham Books \nAn interactive book corner\, “A Little Corner for Big Feelings\,” featuring three stations that explore mental health and social-emotional learning (SEL) through children’s picture books. Station 1 uses wordless books with “feeling stickers” to track emotions\, Station 2 showcases SEL books in Indian mother tongue languages with reflection prompts\, and Station 3 encourages self-reflection through a mirror installation and affirmations. A QR code guides visitors to a short reflection form. \nSva-Hitha Child and Adolescent Well-Being Centre \nStep into a world where play sparks growth! More than just fun\, play is how children express themselves\, solve problems\, and build confidence. Explore hands-on activities and interactive displays to see how play therapy and everyday play help young minds thrive: boosting creativity\, empathy\, and positive relationships along the way. \nVazhai Foundation \nTry traditional games like Pallankuzhi\, Gilli Danda\, and Uriyadi alongside brain and sensory games. Fun and hands-on\, the space celebrates cultural games while sparking creativity and joy for all ages.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/manotsava-national-mental-health-festival/
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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/
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Small Shifts\, Big Feelings: Integrating SEL into Everyday Activities
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:20260116
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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
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SUMMARY:Launch of ‘The Playbook of Play’
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special gathering as we mark the launch of ‘The Playbook of Play’ with Rohini Nilekani—a moment to pause\, reflect\, and reconnect with the true spirit of childhood. \nThis is not just a book launch. It’s an invitation to rethink how we see play. \nThrough this conversation\, we explore: \n\nSimple\, age-wise ways to understand play\nVisual tools to observe children’s growth and milestones\nEasy-to-use activity ideas for everyday moments\nThoughtful approaches to both indoor and outdoor play\n\nAnd yet\, at its heart\, this playbook carries a powerful reminder:play does not need instructions. \nChildren already know how to play.They learn the most when they are free to explore\, imagine\, and simply be. \nFor caregivers\, educators\, and anyone who cares about childhood\,this is also a moment to breathe a little easierto trust that joy\, learning\, and growth are already unfolding through play.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/launch-of-the-playbook-of-play/
LOCATION:Freedom Park\, Bengaluru
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260123T120000
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SUMMARY:Bachpan Manao Baithak at Makkala Hubba
DESCRIPTION:Makkala Hubba\, part of BLR Hubba\, is a 10-day celebration of childhood filled with stories\, play\, nature\, and exploration. Set in the historic Freedom Park\, it brings together joyful experiences for children and for childhood itself. \nBachpan Manao invites you to a small\, invite-only Baithak within this vibrant setting. This is a space to pause\, experience the festival\, and come together in conversation. \nWe will reflect on a simple but powerful question:What does it really mean to invest in childhood? \nFrom education\, health\, and safety to play\, care\, rest\, and belonging\, we will explore how our everyday choices shape the lives of children and those who care for them. \nWe would love for you to be part of this intimate gathering.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/bachpan-manao-baithak-at-makkala-hubba/
LOCATION:Freedom Park\, Bengaluru
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260212T170000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Setting Up a Community Library: What to Start With\, What to Build Over Time
DESCRIPTION:This masterclass offers a practical\, experience-based guide to setting up a community library that is inclusive\, child-friendly\, and rooted in the local context. Drawing from on-the-ground learnings from Bansa Community Library\, the session explores the key considerations involved in starting a library\, from choosing and preparing a space\, selecting books and materials\, and building trust with children and families\, to fostering shared ownership and long-term sustainability. \nThe focus is on principles and practices that can be adapted across communities\, helping participants move from intention to action when creating meaningful library spaces. The session will also offer practical insights for educators\, caregivers\, and program implementers on creating inclusive\, child-centred community spaces that support both childhood and collective growth. \nWhat to expect? \n\nGain a practical understanding of how to start and sustain a community library that is welcoming and useful for children and families\nLearn how to prioritise access\, trust\, and shared ownership while setting up the space\nUnderstand how to select books and materials that encourage engagement\nExplore ways to create simple systems that support regular use without over-regulation\nBuild the ability to anticipate common challenges and adapt library practices to their own community contexts\n\nThis masterclass is designed for: \n\nPreschool educators and Anganwadi Workers\nNGO program officers and frontline implementers working with children and communities\nParents and caregivers\nEarly childhood practitioners interested in creating inclusive\, child-centred spaces\nCurriculum designers and researchers exploring community-led approaches to supporting early childhood development
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-setting-up-a-community-library-what-to-start-with-what-to-build-over-time/
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:The Shared Shelf
DESCRIPTION:Librarians\, educators\, authors\, and book lovers come together in Bengaluru to explore a simple but important question:How do we build libraries that welcome every child? \nThe Shared Shelf is a day of honest conversations and hands-on learning on what inclusion really looks like in practice. \nThe day will include workshops on tactile books\, library rights\, and building collections that reflect the diverse realities of children’s lives. \nIf you believe every child deserves to see themselves in the books they read and the spaces they enter\, we warmly invite you to join.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/the-shared-shelf/
LOCATION:Bangalore Design Centre
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Where Are the Fathers? Designing Content that Promotes Fathers’ Engagement in Early Childhood Programs
DESCRIPTION:Early childhood programs increasingly recognize the importance of engaging fathers in caregiving and early learning. However\, designing effective father-focused content requires a systematic and research-driven approach. \nThis masterclass will walk participants through the Sesame Workshop’s content development cycle used in the Daddy Cool Program to design content to promote fathers engagement in early childhood development. The session will the entire process of content creation that resonates with fathers and supports positive parenting practices. Participants will gain insights into how evidence-based design and storytelling can be used to create impactful\, culturally relevant content that encourages fathers to actively participate in their children’s early development. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nKey elements and steps to design content \nHow to translate research insights into a clear educational framework for behaviour change\nHow to transform research into engaging narratives and content\nThe process of developing father-focused programmatic content that resonates with the target audience\nPractical lessons from implementing the Daddy Cool Program\n  \nThis masterclass will be valuable for: \n\nEarly Childhood Development (ECD) practitioners and program designers working on parenting\, caregiver engagement\, and early learning initiatives\nNGOs and development organizations implementing family strengthening\, gender\, or child development programs\nGovernment officials and practitioners working in ICDS\, health\, education\, and community development systems\nBehaviour Change Communication (BCC/SBC) specialists designing social and parenting campaigns\nResearchers and policy professionals focusing on parenting\, gender norms\, and early childhood development\nCSR teams and foundations supporting programs related to parenting\, caregiving\, and child wellbeing\nCurriculum and content developers creating educational materials for parents and caregivers
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/masterclass-on-where-are-the-fathers-designing-content-that-promotes-fathers-engagement-in-early-childhood-programs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Raising with Algorithms - Bachpan Manao at the AI Impact Summit
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to a special panel discussion\, “Raising with Algorithms: Who Shapes the World the Next Generation Grows Into.” \nAs AI becomes part of how children learn\, are cared for\, and are prioritised within systems\, this session asks a simple but urgent question: who is shaping the conditions in which the next generation grows? We will explore what safety\, responsibility\, and local realities mean when algorithms enter classrooms\, clinics\, homes\, and community spaces. \nThe panel brings together leaders working across education\, public systems\, and AI infrastructure: \n\nAdam Ingle\, LEGO® Education – bringing global perspectives on playful\, hands-on learning and the future of education technology.\nVedeika Shekhar\, Public Policy Specialist\, NITI Aayog – bringing a national policy lens on innovation\, governance\, and enabling cross-sector collaboration for India’s development journey.\nAzeez Gupta\, Founder\, Rocket Learning – working closely with governments to reach millions of young children across India through early childhood systems.\nBronson Bakunga\, Co-Founder\, Crane AI Labs – building offline-first AI infrastructure for African languages to support teachers and caregivers in low-resource settings.\nPallavi Poojari Mohindra\, Co-Founder & CEO\, The Nurturant – working at the intersection of parenting\, early learning\, and digital engagement.\n\nThis discussion\, moderated by Deepika Mogilishetty\, Chief of Policy and Partnerships\, EkStep Foundation\, is part of the AI Impact Summit.
URL:https://bachpanmanao.org/events/raising-with-algorithms-bachpan-manao-at-the-ai-impact-summit/
LOCATION:Bharat Mandapam\, Delhi\, India
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