Playground
A space to explore public goods by Collabactors, trigger imagination, connect the dots and open up conversations. Click on the categories below to explore further.
Featured Spaces
Featured Content
- Childhood Workshop
All Content
In collaboration with Pratham International, Saturday Art Class is creating global access to digital visual arts and SEL resources through Creative Art Express. With 80 instructional videos for grades 1-8, the platform features diverse artists and artforms and step-by-step guidance to create unique artworks. Available in English and Hindi, it aims to foster creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration in safe learning environments among educators and children worldwide.
Discover how visual arts and socio-emotional learning (SEL) can enhance classrooms through adaptable digital tools. Learn from Saturday Art Class, Pratham International, and Pratham Education Foundation as they showcase resources for fostering creativity and SEL in diverse educational settings.
Free play, driven by children’s curiosity, fosters creativity, problem-solving, confidence, and independence. Bachpan Manao and UNICEF emphasize its importance in early childhood development. Through films like Taare Zameen Par and 3 Idiots, this video highlights the benefits of free play, drawing connections between fiction and real-life child growth.
EkStep and it’s ecosystem partners (over 35+ participants) together systematically gathered insights from the field. Here’s a glimpse.
In this episode, Deepika Mogilishetty, Chief of Policy and Partnerships at EkStep Foundation, introduces our initiative, Bachpan Manao Badhte Jao (BMBJ). She shares insights into the research behind BMBJ, ongoing collaborations, and the importance of language in creating large-scale impact.
In this episode, we explore “Joyful Childhoods: Conversations on Play as the Foundation of Learning” with Samyukta Subramanian (Pratham), Tinni Sawhney (Aga Khan Foundation), and Amita Kaushik (EduWeave Foundation). They share insights on how play fosters learning and the initiatives their organizations are leading to support children, parents, and communities.
As part of the campaign, GramVaani broadcasted 46 diverse episodes from the BMBJ network via their IVR platforms, reaching rural Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. You can access the IVRS content through here.
Watch global conversation on preparing the next generation for a rapidly changing world. Backed by Ashoka’s 40+ years of experience, this session explores how to empower children as changemakers through inspiring stories, practical activities, and discussions on the importance of empathy and collaboration.
Watch the Bachpan Manao Badhte Jao masterclass to explore how caregivers in rural India are integrating play-based learning at home. Learn practical, low-cost solutions for creating safe play spaces, using homemade toys, and fostering balanced gender roles in caregiving.
Watch the Key Education Foundation’s masterclass on piloting a body safety program for young children. Learn how to empower 3- and 4-year-olds with body literacy, safety knowledge, and agency in a classroom setting.
Discover how to meaningfully engage parents in a playful education space with Helen, Director of Papagoya. Learn from real examples of playful parent involvement that supports a community-focused learning environment.
Watch Latika’s masterclass on addressing common challenges children face in school. Learn practical strategies to improve attention and effectiveness in the classroom, and discover innovative solutions to create a happier learning environment.
Explore the report by Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), mapping Inclusion in Early Childhood Education in India. Learn about policy gaps and recommendations for inclusive education in India.
The Adhyayan Foundation, which trains library supervisors to conduct read-aloud sessions for children, has made its resources available for anyone interested in learning how to read aloud effectively.
This report examines the role of intuitive learning in early childhood, highlighting its impact on cognitive and creative development. It emphasizes the importance of integrating intuitive learning into education to foster holistic growth and innovative thinking in young children.
This report emphasizes the importance of early childhood as a critical period for brain development, highlighting the need for quality Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), especially for disadvantaged children. It explores the impact of nonlinear and play-based learning interventions in promoting holistic growth and flexible, child-centered learning. These approaches align with the brain’s natural development patterns and foster lifelong skills and well-being.
Watch the recording of the Bachpan Manao Badhte Jao Masterclass on creating an engaging math classroom. Explore NCF 2023, visualize numbers, and learn innovative strategies for enhancing mathematical skills.
Curious to know about how to make Peer Teaching and Peer Learning a reality in your school? Check out this pocket book to find out!
Watch the Bachpan Manao Badhte Jao Masterclass on using performance tasks (PTs) for holistic child assessment. Learn to design effective, child-centric PTs and see real-world examples of their impact.
Watch this immersive workshop to align your goals for the year through creative and reflective exercises. Learn tips for incorporating experiential and arts-based social-emotional learning into facilitation for both children and adults.
Central Square Foundation’s report, ‘Building Strong Foundations,’ addresses India’s need for improved Early Childhood Education (ECE) per the National Education Policy 2020. The study involved two phases: reviewing existing data and literature to understand systemic challenges, and conducting primary research to identify programmatic gaps affecting learning in ECE classrooms and at home.
FactorDaily’s initiative to amplify the voices of early childhood champions. Through heartfelt storytelling workshops, we invite educators, caregivers, and children to share their experiences, crafting impactful narratives that celebrate their contributions. Be part of this community-driven effort to collect 100 stories of changemakers in early education. Watch our workshop recording and contribute your own stories to inspire positive change and empower communities.
Watch Nita Luthria-Row, Executive Director at Adhyayan Foundation, as she teaches the art of reading aloud. Discover how to make storytelling fun, engaging, and magical for children.
Interactive workshop on Inclusive and Accessible Education by ChangeInkk as part of Bachpan Manao Masterclass series
The Better India’s Early Childhood Dialogues is a space designed for capturing ideas, showcasing efforts, and enabling conversations around Early Childhood.
Step into a magical week celebrating childhood with this template of ideas.
Easily explore learning outcomes and curricular goals as highlighted in the National Curriculum Framework – Foundational Stage
Ideas on collabaction with Bachpan Manao, Badhte Jao
ONEST (Open Network for Education and Skilling Transactions) is an open and decentralized network that aims to foster collaboration among education and skill providers, seekers, and job providers to promote equitable education and enhance employability.
An AI powered BOT called the #theNCFGuide to ask and learn about curriculum framework
An experience on the idea of Inclusion in Education
StoryWeaver’s #GetChildrenReading initiative curates storybooks suited for early childhood, free resources, weekly storybooks, activities and more for doing with children.
A short video on some moments of childhood that are significant in a child’s growth
Buntings with quotes from ‘Bachpan Manao, Badhte Jao’
Bookmarks from ‘Bachpan Manao, Badhte Jao’
Stickers for books, electronic gadgets, and anywhere else you’d like to celebrate ‘Bachpan Manao, Badhte Jao’
Beautifully illustrated conversations from the Childhood Workshop that sum it up
Explore a rich tapestry of insights from childhood development experts, illustrated by Dinesh Francis, revealing the future of education and nurturing young minds.
A glossary of terms used in the Childhood Workshop
Insights from the Childhood Workshop
The importance of playgrounds, state of their infrastructure and reclaiming play spaces.
India’s Innovative, DIY, Sustainable Playgrounds
This detailed document gives an account of the research, insights, and inferences that led to Bachpan Manao Badhte Jao and how one can be a collab-actor.
English how-to videos to engage with children in different ways.
Baatein, Sneh, Khel is an immersive microsite showcasing caregiver-child interactions during the early years that also contains many resources on responsive caregiving.
Discover the Read-Aloud Programme in Karnataka’s Gram Panchayat Libraries
Comprehensive framework that outlines the country’s vision and goals for education reform across various levels
Super connector to cross leverage ecosystem capabilities and catalyse innovation in skilling and education
Indian government program focused on enhancing literacy and numeracy skills among school children that was launched on 2020.
A microsite by The Better India that creates a space for dialogues around the crucial time of development of every child.
Watch a short clip showcasing the transformation of schools by the amazing public librarians of Karnataka!
Understanding how inclusivity in early childhood care can go a long way in a person’s holistic development.
Experts in early childhood care and education share how India can better ensure that its children don’t fall behind.
Detailed framework of how India can impart quality foundational stage education
Starter kit for leveraging public libraries to transform them into spaces that are accessible to the community, and especially children.
stories of transformation of librarians of public libraries in Karnataka
Shankar Maruwada explains what India’s policymakers have in store for its children.
Six sets of parents reminisce about their children’s celebratory milestones
Nationwide survey assessing rural Indian children’s schooling and learning.
Annual survey conducted to assess the status of schooling and basic learning in rural India.
A Guide to build the art of reading aloud to children.
How does the child view the world? Check it out here!
Jaadui Pitara launched by The Union Education Ministry to promote fun learning for 3–8-year-old kids
Anurag Behar, CEO of Azim Premji University, highlights the significance of India’s National Curriculum Framework for Foundational Stage
Namya Mahajan, Co-founder of Rocket Learning, highlights the importance of involving parents in Anganwadi centers to enhance early childhood care and education
Mangal Pandey, CEO of Key Education Foundation, advocates the transformation of Anganwadi Centers in India into vibrant learning spaces
Rohini Nilekani, Founder of EkStep Foundation, underscores India’s unique opportunity to achieve universal foundational literacy and numeracy
Shankar Maruwada, CEO of EkStep, emphasizes the opportunity for India to improve early childhood education as the child demographic decreases, stressing the need for diverse solutions, resources, and policy support.
Rocket Learning’s study sheds light on Anganwadi workers, emphasizing their pivotal role in early childhood development and maternal care, while highlighting disparities and offering valuable policy insights for a more equitable future.
A summary of research on fathers’ beliefs and challenges in engaging with their preschool-age children
Key Education Foundation’s study on Early Educators recommends a shift towards holistic, standardized training with a focus on essential skills and personalized learning.
Personas that primary caregivers of children express
Illume conducted qualitative interviews to explore the needs, challenges, and aspirations of primary caregivers of 3-6-year-old children, identify potential ecosystem actors, and uncover available resources to support early childhood development, offering valuable insights into mothers’ perspectives.
Five Building Blocks that have the potential to transform the approach to early childhood, empowering caregivers and children to recognize the rich opportunities during this crucial stage of development.
In a transformative 2 day event, 13 organizations, 30 individuals, and 13 experts delved into the world of early childhood, seeking to drive positive change. Through immersive listening, dialogue, and workshops, the participants identified shifts in mental models that could revolutionize the Early Childhood experience.
Prof. Venita Kaul highlights the necessity of a comprehensive approach involving the public, private sector, and parents in curricular reform for preschool education and also contrasting formal education with “learning through play” from parents’ perspectives.
Jo Chopra-McGowan, Executive Director of the Latika Roy Foundation, advocates for renaming childhood stages and activities to challenge biases and promote a positive perspective.
Bharat Bevinahally, Co-Founder of the Kutuki Learning App, emphasizes that the strength of the message is more important than the medium, highlighting the importance of meaningful content in local languages for effective and enjoyable learning for children.
Helen Issar, Founder of Papagoya Education, highlights the importance of children’s obsessions in early childhood learning, and explains how these deep-dives into interests enhance immersive and in-depth learning for better knowledge retention.
Dr. Shoba Srinath,former Head of Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at NIMHANS, Bengaluru, emphasizes the long-term consequences of adverse childhood experiences on children’s mental and physical health in adulthood, underscoring the importance of caregiver well-being and the need to address these challenges.
Sashwati Banerjee, Founding Director of Humanitus, addresses the harm caused by the culture of marks in marginalizing children in low-income communities and the challenge of shifting this mindset
Dr. Rukmini Banerji, CEO of Pratham Education Foundation and Yidan Prize recipient, underscores the importance of a curriculum that fosters children’s innate abilities.
Nomita Sikand, Co-founder of Gubbachi Learning Community, emphasizes the importance of a flexible curriculum catering to the diverse needs of underserved children and migrant communities for educational inclusion.
Rushda Majeed, Chief Program Officer of Bernard van Leer Foundation, discusses the significance of inclusive urban design in early childhood development through their collaboration with the Smart Cities Mission at the Bernard van Leer Foundation.
Illustrated by Dinesh Francis, the Early Childhood Workshop featured captivating conversations and discussions among participants, vividly conveying the event’s essence and the shared ideas and insights on early childhood education and development.
This video explores thought-provoking insights highlighting the influence of parental behavior and non-traditional playthings on children’s development.
This video highlights insights on the Stockholm Syndrome’s relevance to early childhood development, the significance of a child’s school experience, and the concept of invested parenting as crucial factors in a child’s growth and well-being.