Bachpan Manao

Masterclass on Parenting & Technology: The Three Caregiver Archetypes
2025-02-25 16:30 - 17:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | Online
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
How 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.
🎙 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.
🔍 Key Takeaway:
Gain 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.

Masterclass on Legal Rights and Early Support for Children with Disabilities
2024-12-03 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Online
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.
🎙 What’ to expect?

➡️ Understanding the rights of children with disabilities and why early support matters.
➡️ The role of educators, schools, and governments in making inclusive education a reality.
➡️A clear guide to help families with early identification, disability certification, and accessing support.
➡️Simple strategies to make classrooms more inclusive and welcoming for all learners.

Masterclass on Translating Picture Books for Children
2024-11-20 16:00 - 17:00 UTC
After the panel ‘Planting Stories, Growing Readers‘, Pratham Books is excited to announce a masterclass on the November 20, 2024.
This masterclass ‘One Story, Many Languages’ will focus on sharing tips and best practices to translate levelled picture books.
It 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.
Key Takeaways:

The nuances of translating levelled picture books
A demo of translation tools on Pratham Books’ open platform, StoryWeaver to help you create your published digital translation catalogue
Some hands on translation activities

Planting Stories, Growing Readers: A Panel Discussion hosted by Pratham Books StoryWeaver
2024-11-05 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Online
Pratham Books StoryWeaver is hosting a panel discussion – Planting Stories, Growing Readers: Championing Reading for Joy with Contextual and Inclusive Picture Books.
🎙 What’s in store?
➡ Hear from picture book creators, librarians, and community organizations as they share the magic behind reading journeys that spark lifelong connections with books.
➡ 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.

Voices of Teaching (in Hindi)
2024-09-18 16:30 - 17:30 UTC
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.
At 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.
Voices of Teaching, is an online event brought to you by Simple Education Foundation and EkStep Foundation, as a Bachpan Manao, Badhte Jao collab-action.

Why “Voices of Teaching”?
This 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.
What can you expect from the event?
“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:

Share Experiences: Teachers will have the opportunity to share their successes, challenges, and the innovative practices they employ in the classroom.
Connect with Peers: This event will bring together educators from diverse backgrounds, creating a rich environment for exchange and learning or just making new friends
Find Inspiration: Through the stories of fellow educators, teachers will be inspired and energized in their journeys.

Voices of Teaching (in English)
2024-09-17 16:30 - 17:30 UTC

Creative Art Express: Transforming Learning through Art Masterclass by Saturday Art Class X Pratham Education Foundation X Pratham International Masterclass
2024-09-12 17:00 - 18:00 UTC
How can we bring visual arts and socio-emotional learning to every classroom?
Discover 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.
Key Takeaways:
1. Experience how a visual arts class can unlock socio-emotional learning.
2. See what digital tools are available to bring visual arts and SEL to your classroom.
3. Get a peek into how these digital tools can be adapted to diverse educational settings.
Remember to bring your art supplies, including paper, pencils, and crayons or sketch pens.

BCC Carnival
2024-09-08 11:00 - 15:00 UTC
The monthly BCC Carnival, this time.
The 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?
Launching 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.
Want to play? Come join! All are welcome
11am to 3pm, Sunday, 8th September, 2024
at Bangalore Creative Circus, Yeshwantpur (Near Orion Mall/Iskcon)
Please note:
– Sandal Soap Factory metro station is less than 1km away from us!
– Please bring your water bottles, we have refilling points across the space
– Don’t forget to bring your shopping bags too!
Thank you 💚✨

BMBJ Masterclass by Ashoka Foundation and Saajha
2024-08-20 17:30 - 18:30 UTC
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.
Key Takeaways:
a. Children are powerful – they don’t have to grow up before they can start making a positive change in their communities.
b. Children need allies – adults who believe in them and support them without taking over when things get difficult.
c. Children must connect – empathy and collaborative action are critical competencies for young people to skillfully navigate change.

‘Kathe Chikkappa' release featuring the Hon. Chief Minister, Shri Siddaramaiah
2024-08-12 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
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.’ 📚💖
The 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. 🙌🎉

Voices of Play: A Conference led by Children
2024-07-25 12:30 - 14:00 UTC
We’re excited to invite you to a special event on behalf of children!
This is what they have to say:
“We, kids from all over India, are taking centre stage (literally!) and hosting a one-of-a-kind conference led by children! This time around, we’re becoming the panelists and inviting you to hear what we have to say about PLAY (about time na?). We are most comfortable speaking in Hindi, with some English here and there. Will you be joining us?

BMBJ Masterclass on Khel Konas: A Child's Playful World at Home by Aga Khan Foundation
2024-07-09 16:00 - 17:30 UTC
Caregivers in rural India are transforming their homes into nurturing, safe, and stimulating play spaces for their children. This Bachpan Manao Badhte Jao masterclass by Aga Khan Foundation will showcase practical, implementable solutions for families with limited resources, highlighting how they can create and maintain a play corner using innovative, low-cost, and locally available materials.

Key Takeaways:

1.⁠ ⁠Learn to create safe play spaces and sustainable low-cost play solutions in homes
2.⁠ ⁠Listen to firsthand accounts of caregivers from the field
3.⁠ ⁠Gain insights into nuanced understanding of development domains

Teaching Body Safety in the Early Years Classrooms
2024-07-04 17:00 - 18:00 UTC
Did you know, our bodies are the first site for exploration and learning? Yet, how often do you come across a program that addresses body literacy in childhood? While we are all aware that this is important, we don’t often have the language or the methods to have conversations with 3 or 4 year old children and empower them with the knowledge to keep their bodies safe and enable agency for the child.
Key Education Foundation partnered with Circles of Safety to pilot a program to introduce body safety as a part of the classroom curriculum. In this month’s Masterclass, Key Education Foundation will share key takeaways, learning and possibilities that have emerged through the pilot.
Key Takeaways from the session:

Explore an age-appropriate and culturally relevant program to educate children on body literacy.
What kind of training and mindsets are essential to prepare teachers to facilitate these conversations
Insights on how teachers and parents received this as a part of ECE teaching and learning

Build capacity in your organization to confidently tackle sensitive situations and inform children on body safety through teacher/staff training

Key Education Foundation works with children from low-income communities to ensure that they get the best Early Childhood Education.

Hack-a-Change co-hosted by People+ai and ChangeInkk Foundation.
2024-06-28 08:00 - 2024-06-29 17:00 UTC | Ekstep Foundation, Koramangala
We’re excited to invite you to participate in <Hack-a-Change> on June 28th & 29th, co-hosted by People+ai and ChangeInkk Foundation.
Here’s what we’re hoping to accomplish: We want to use technology to create real, meaningful change in the way educational content is accessed and consumed.
Your ideas and code could significantly improve how learners interact with educational content, making it a more inclusive experience for all.
Why participate?
⭐️ Dive into challenges that address real-world accessibility issues in education, helping to create solutions that will benefit learners with disabilities.
⭐️ Use your skills in new and dynamic ways to develop tools that enhance educational experiences through improved accessibility features.
⭐️ Work alongside other passionate individuals and experts from diverse backgrounds to share ideas, learn, and grow.
⭐️ Showcase your solutions to an audience of peers and industry leaders, gaining exposure and feedback.
We’re looking for developers, designers, and innovators who want to contribute to making digital education tools more accessible and customizable.

Nurturing Playful Learning Communities Masterclass by Papagoya
2024-06-18 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Online
If community is core to a playful education space – how do you meaningfully engage one of the many key stakeholders – parents. What does parent engagement look like in a playful school?
This has prompted Papagoya to create many opportunities and ways to encourage, guide and involve parents in the journey of playful learning. Come be inspired as Helen, director of @papagoyaeducation takes you through live examples of what playful parent engagement can look like.
@papagoyaeducation is a play-centric learning space that follows the Norwegian Kindergarten Framework for the pre-primary years and incorporates the Pedagogy of Play Framework in its School.

Launch of “Story Chikkappa”
2024-06-13 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Online
📚✨ Get ready to be enchanted! 🌟✨
Join us for the launch of “Story Chikkappa” as we celebrate the incredible journey of Vidya, a dedicated librarian in Karnataka, who has been captivating children with the magic of stories. 🌈 📖We are honoured to welcome Ms. Uma Mahadevan-Dasgupta, Additional Chief Secretary, RDPR, Karnataka, as our esteemed guest. An avid reader and passionate advocate for children’s literacy, Ms. Uma’s presence will illuminate the event.
Come, let’s celebrate the librarians of Karnataka who are transforming rural libraries and touching lives, one story at a time. 📚💫

Celebrating Play Webinar by Dost Education
2024-06-11 18:00 - 19:00 UTC
Tune in as @deepikamogilishetty , Chief of Policy and Partnerships at EkStep foundation Foundation and a Bachpan Manao Badhte Jao collabactor, and a group of experts as they uncover the impact of play on early childhood development at 6 pm, today!
Join us 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gSkvE-Qh

Hour Of Free Play
2024-06-11 17:00 - 18:00 UTC
Here’s how you can take part in the #HourOfFreePlay challenge on International Day of Play. Plan ahead and block time from 5-6 Pm on 11 June (plan to leave work early!). Make sure you let your child lead the play and avoid any structured play formats. Take lots of photos or videos as you have fun, and post them to your social media after you’re done! Don’t forget to tag three others to challenge them to do the same! Here’s a sample of what you can write-
I took part in the #HourOfFreePlay challenge by @unicefindia and @bachpanmanao for the International Day of Play. Free playing with a child reminded me of the joy and importance of play for every child. I’m tagging ABC, DEF, and XYZ to join and share a photo of their experience. I support #ItsRightToPlay #ForEveryChild, Play

#itsrighttoplay a digital activation by UNICEF India and Bachpan Manao Webinar
2024-06-06 16:00 - 17:00 UTC
Remember the feeling you had when jumping into a puddle? Or playing lukka chuppi or hopscotch?
Join the webinar celebrating play – a kick-off event to reveal what you can do on the International Day of Play.
P.S: Look out for a special announcement (hint: it involves some doing nothing!).

Creating Classrooms That Work For Everyone Masterclass by Latika
2024-05-21 16:00 - 17:00 UTC
If you’re always on the lookout for simple and fun strategies catering to all kinds of learners – shy kids, children with disabilities, super active kids – you don’t want to miss this!
Children are hard-wired to learn. If they are failing in school, something isn’t right. Then, it’s the teacher’s job to figure out what that is and fix it. This Master Class by Latika, will consider some of the difficulties children commonly have and share strategies teachers can use immediately to create a happier, more purposeful learning environment.
Three Take Home Gifts 🎁 :

How the “Get Out Of Jail Free ” pass helps kids with attention difficulties
Why 30% of children aren’t learning effectively and how you can solve that for free (and almost overnight!)
What you can learn from a count-down timer at a traffic signal

Mother's Day Special Facebook Live Session
2024-05-12 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Dive deep into the extraordinary impact of mothers on childhood development with our Mother’s Day Special live session! Deepika Mogilishetty from EkStep Foundation and Neha Kare Kanabar, founder of UNIMO – universe of moms, share insights, anecdotes, and expert perspectives on needs of mothers and how to empower all mothers to experience the power and joy of childhood.
Discover the pivotal role of mothers as play mates, curiosity generators and the importance of a supportive ecosystem to be able to create positive early childhood experiences.

Bachpan Manao 100 Stories of Change: StoryTelling Open House
2024-05-10 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Online
In a world that often measures success by numbers, we forget that the most impactful stories are those that touch individual lives.
Join us for an hour-long open conversation on storytelling where Pankaj Mishra from Factory Daily will share his journalistic storytelling fieldnotes and learnings from the recently concluded cohort. He’s also kickstarting a monthly space where you can bring in your specific problem statements, concerns and queries around all things stories!
See you on Friday afternoon for a free wheeling discussion on stories, storytelling, narratives and more. Bring along your chai/coffee, curiosity and questions!

Masterclass on Active Thinking Math Classroom hosted by Aavishkaar
2024-04-15 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Online
Attend our next enriching Bachpan Manao Badhte Jao Masterclass on Active Thinking Math Classroom hosted by Aavishkaar. Unlock the secrets of an Active Thinking Math Classroom where questions, discussions, and justifications thrive, creating an engaging learning environment for students. Explore the key elements essential for mathematical proficiency, from conceptual understanding to fostering a positive attitude toward math.
Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll learn:
– Explore NCF (National Curriculum Framework) 2023 and its vision for Primary Math Education.
– Visualize the concept of largeness and smallness of numbers.
– Develop flexibility with numbers using innovative tools and techniques.
– Master grouping and regrouping strategies for enhanced mathematical competence.
When: 15th April (Monday), 5 pm IST
Where: Online (Zoom)
Link: https://ekstep-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEud-iuqDIoHdFsGnieZazVVs8lr_qj-qzW
Aavishkaar (est.2014) is a learning center that aims at making high-quality Science and Math education accessible to all. Don’t miss out on this transformative learning experience! Register now to secure your spot.

Play to Learn BMBJ Masterclass by Simple Education Foundation
2024-04-04 17:00 - 18:00 UTC
Join in for a Bachpan Manao Badhte Jao Masterclass on play based assessments by @sefconnect. Deepdive into the use of performance tasks (PTs) as an important mode of assessments to understand the child beyond FLN. Also, gather insights on designing and executing effective performance tasks in your own classrooms, programs or organisations!
Play to Learn: Understanding the whole child through holistic assessments
💡 What can you expect to learn from the masterclass?
✅ Understand why PTs are crucial for holistic child assessment.
✅ See real-world examples of PTs and their impact.
✅ Learn to build PTs that are child-centric and effective.
Simple Education Foundation, dedicated to primary education since 2016, champions SEL integrated FLN curriculums. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn about Performance Tasks (PTs) and recognise how we as caring adults can learn to design child friendly frameworks.

Envisioning the year ahead BMBJ Masterclass by Slam Out Loud
2024-02-20 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
It’s February already and if you’re one of the people wondering “Where did the first month go!? 🤔”, this @bachpanmanao Masterclass by @slamoutloud is for you!
An immersive two-hour workshop to align intentions and goals for the year ahead using reflective prompts, colours, creativity, and wherever your imagination goes. Join in for some self-reflection and connection!
You’ll takeaway,
*an experience of arts-based social-emotional learning
*clear goals and planning for the year
*endless inspiration from others

Give Stories Your Voice on World Read-aloud Day
2024-02-07 08:00 - 18:00 UTC
Did you know?
For children and adults alike, being read aloud to brings joy, comfort, and connection. The voices & expressions make the story come alive in one’s mind and helps them bond and create a positive relationship with the reader. It’s almost as though they have a part of the reader with them, forever 🙂
On this World Read Aloud Day, make some magic by lending your voice to a story. Participate in the #ReadAloudChallenge.
To participate:
🔖 pick a favourite story book (check out @pbstoryweaver for some cool suggestions!)
🔖 #ReadAloud with passion & expression (you or your kid / nieces / nephews)
🔖 create & share the story/reel
🔖 tag @BachpanManao and use the hashtags #ReadAloudChallenge #BachpanManaoBadhteJao
🔖 tag 3 friends who will #ReadAloud with you!

Virtual launch of Librarians of India
2024-02-06 19:00 - 20:00 UTC
Growing up, what did books mean to you? 📚
Did they tickle your imagination and open up worlds for you? ✨
Were there stories that made you feel seen or heard? 💛
A special group of librarians across India have created such spaces for children with books across libraries in rural & urban India.
Join us for the virtual launch of Librarians of India to converse with these librarians as they share their incredible journeys. Flip through the pages of a Living Library as they talk about their moments of triumph and the challenges they overcame while transforming children’s lives and their own.

Navigating Early Childhood Education Challenges with Linguistic Solutions Masterclass by BHASHINI
2024-01-31 15:00 - 16:00 UTC
If you’ve been wondering how Indic languages can be integrated into your work, this BMBJ Masterclass by BHASHINI is for you!
With actionable insights and practical tools, this masterclass aims to help elevate the quality and reach of early childhood education initiatives by diving into:
– Optimizing language inclusion: explore how Bhashini’s language transformation capabilities can be harnessed to ensure inclusive and effective communication in diverse linguistic contexts.
– Utilizing technology for engagement: learn practical insights on leveraging technology, as Bhashini demonstrates how it can be a powerful tool in engaging young learners and enhancing the overall educational experience.
Navigating Early Childhood Education Challenges with Linguistic Solutions
Date: January 31, 2024
Time: 3-4pm
Mode: LinkedIn Live (join here: https://lnkd.in/grPEZxe8)

Crafting Narratives, Field Notes by FactorDaily
2023-12-14 15:00 - 16:00 UTC
Through stories ideas come alive, experiences find meaning, and change finds new ways to manifest.

Why Stories Matter
Each story from a child, an educator, or a caregiver is a glimpse into the vibrant world of early childhood. FactorDaily, known for its heartfelt, human-focused journalism, will guide you in crafting impactful stories that resonate with and empower communities.
Introducing the Bachpan Manao 100 Stories of Changemakers Initiative
The initiative will build a collection of real-life stories co-created and owned by the community. These narratives will spotlight the everyday champions of early childhood education, celebrating their contributions and experiences.
Be a Part of This Journey
Join this storytelling workshop and choose to send in stories for the initiative to amplify voices from within the communities and inspire positive change.

You can register here

Quiz time with Mangal Pandey from Key Education Foundation
2023-12-01 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
Join the quiz time this Friday as you can travel back in time to your childhood! If you’re nostalgic about all the fun you had as a child, this quiz is the perfect way to sign off the week!
Mangal will take you on a journey that celebrates your childhood memories.
Register for this event using this link https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdOmqpzwqEtJoEhoxlyfexZJ2XGNiaY0t
