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The 15th of August, a glorious day in our country’s history, has gradually ceased to be a day to be celebrated, cheered, and cherished. Instead, it has become simply another holiday. Children are taught in school about India’s independence struggle and the triumph our freedom fighters eventually achieved over the British Empire, but this does not absolve us of our obligation to instil patriotic ideals in them and make them comprehend the significance of our hard-won freedom.
Here are Five simple, non-preachy and kid-friendly ways you can teach your kids about Independence Day
Crafts for Independence Day
Doing is learning, and doing independence day crafts with your kids will undoubtedly have an influence on them. Check out these really simple projects that will captivate your toddler’s attention. You may also use colouring pages and printables to teach your children about our national flag.
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Watch Movies about Independence Day
Nothing reaches children more effectively than the visual medium, and viewing patriotic videos is one of the most effective methods to get them excited about our country’s most important day. Although my favourites are Purab Aur Paschim and Shaheed, if you want your children to see these films, you need make them more modern. Lagaan, Swades, and even Lage Raho Munna Bhai are great films for youngsters to watch and learn about their nation while having fun.
Take a trip to a National Monument
Although it may be difficult to visit a historical site such as India Gate, Jalian Wala Bagh, or Red Fort on Independence Day, if feasible, visit a historical site such as India Gate, Jalian Wala Bagh, or Red Fort. If you are unable to visit the physical monument, you can always take a virtual tour on the internet to learn more about our country’s history and how life was before to Independence.
Read Books about Independence
Youngsters’s favourite way to hear a narrative is via books, thus reading books about India’s history, liberation fight, and independence is one of the finest ways to immerse children in the mood of Independence Day. On India’s Independence Day, some of the finest novels for youngsters include Play some Video Games It’s vital to keep the preaching to a minimum while dealing with children. What could be more enjoyable than creating up some activities centred on Independence Day and getting youngsters and their friends involved in the festivities?
You can play the following games:
Pass the Balloon: In a relay race, use orange, white, and green balloons.
Flag Painting: Have the youngsters paint each other’s faces in different flag colours.
Quiz and puzzles: For older children, you may make a quiz about Presidents of India, famous freedom fighters, famous statements, significant events in India’s independence movement, and so on.
