Teachers: Ushma Shah & Chhaya KapasiKids age range: 7-9 mostly 2nd, 3rd and 4th graders
# of kids currently registered: 14
Curriculum Description: Arhat 1 introduces the kids to Jain philosophy. The curriculum includes learning about the 24 Tirthankaras along with their Lanchans, the five stages of a Tirthankar Bhagwan lives, Panch Parmesthi and their virtues, the four Gatis etc. The curriculum also emphasizes memorization of few Stutis and Stotras important for certain Jain rituals.
Activities: Activities include interactive session with kids, discussing real life experiences as it relates to the lesson plan, visiting an Animal Shelter and kids are rewarded using TBG cards for participationTeachers Name: Namrata Shah, Boski Jani and Swati ShahPathashala classroom name: PawapuriLevel : Magictouch 2Age group: 6-8No. of kids: 15Current curriculum: Level 2-Term 3 : Lord Buddha and King AshokaActivities:1. Basic First Aid2. Story telling3. Creativity: Making Kindness Piggy Banks4. Visiting an Animal ShelterTreasure Time:1. Beauty without Cruelty2. Truthfulness3. Joy of Silence4. The law of Cause and EffectDescription: Magictouch is a worldwide chain of value education and self development classes for children aged 4 to 8 years consisting of 8 terms spanning across 4 years. Here, children are introduced to the lives of Siritual Masters and great personalities belonging to various religious traditions the world over.Using fun-filled interactions and innovative, captivating teaching techniques like audio- visuals, skits, puppet shows, worksheets, creativity, quizzes, animations and PowerPoint presentation etc. designed to reinforce what the child has learnt in class. The programme is formulated to help synchronise the child’s body, mind and soul and channelise his energy into constructive thought and action.