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Posted on: Jul 14, '08

Day two and three...

My second day at the Orphanage (hereafter referred to as Home) was much more relaxed as I could get to know my students personally. It was difficult to remember so many names at the first go but now I know most of them by their first name and that was quite a relief. Since both of us were new to each other, they too must have been gaging me I guess, I could see from the look on their faces! Firstly they were worried that I might shout at them (a girl named Chaitali, quite an outspoken girl this one, told me so!) for their handwriting (unreadable) or their approach to learning Marathi.

But soon I eased them out of that feeling of being unsure. I checked their work books as well as note books and in a gentle tone told them that they will need to improve on their handwriting and all said they were ready for that. I felt better after hearing this because education is not something that one can force upon others, it must come from within. And I was happy to see that they all were ready to learn from the beginning! Once their Unit tests are over, I will be teaching them BARAKHADI (alphabets) and improve on their handwriting and knowledge of Marathi words and their meanings.

Apparently the teacher in the school does not explain them the meaning of the words, how pathetic! How can they learn if they don’t know what a particular word means, it’s quite an alien language at least to the convent students. And although Marathi is lower level and so easier compared to the Marathi medium schools, the words are not which we use colloquially, so again their meaning needs to be explained but it’s not done at school.

Initially I made them sit together but realized that they make quite a noise while learning. Laughing, giggling, joking. So now I take two or three students at a time and find that their attention is undivided. Some Unit tests begin from 17th and the rest on the 21st. Once they are over, I will begin this journey afresh. In these two days I learnt a lot about my students and hope to teach them better Marathi (one girl quietly pushed her Hindi workbook towards me and conned me in to taking her Hindi studies also, yes, the same girl Chaitali, oh! She is smart indeed!) So I won’t be surprised if others follow suit!

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creativefront said:
Very nice friend. This is constructive & creative work. I hats off to you for it.

July 29, '08

notjustart said:
Thanks for your encouraging words, I appreciate!

I am not only teaching these children but believe me, also learning from them also! They stay alone, even though together. And just look at us. We can't bear to see our loved ones being away from us even for a short while. These children have lost the most precious presence of their parents and still managing a smile! Aren't they the REAL superkids?

them in awe!

July 22, '08

Sunshine_Is_Here said:
Hi...
Sounds like u have a loooong way to go...but fret not, I know u'll do it...and well...
Children can be terrorizing too...so watch out.
I remember my stint at teaching in 2004...It was sheer destiny that I became a teacher. Before then, Kids n I were two opposites who just couldn't stand each other n am talking of kids ranging from age 1 to 19 !! My job taught me many a things about kids n learning which now come handy with my own daughter. Teaching is difficult yet the most rewarding of all. And the rewards? The innocent smiles, twinkling eyes, and increasing grades. Its worth it, isn't it?

July 22, '08

notjustart said:
That's right indeed! I am fortunate to be teaching the children.

July 18, '08

madhumitaCAP2000 said:
Hi ,
Have not been able to log in regularly hence this delay in comment.Glad to know that you are enjoying yourwork .
keep it up You will receive a lot of blessings from God and from the children and a lot of selfsatisfaction too. :

July 18, '08

notjustart said:
Thanks Sumi for your encouraging words, I appreciate them very much... These children need me and to tell you the truth, I need them too.

July 17, '08

tenjade_destiny said:
great indeed....one can really visualise u while being engaged into these activities the way u have described them...so well narrrated and related to...loved it in fact

July 17, '08

notjustart said:
After the coming weekend... Thanks for you asked...

July 16, '08

sridhara55 said:
When is ur next blog in continuation of this, dear?

July 16, '08

notjustart said:
Yes sure...Thanks again!

July 16, '08

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