My Thoughts and Lessons Learned

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As a teacher, I found this webinar to be a valuable and enriching learning experience. The session went beyond simply reading My Family and Other Animals and encouraged participants to engage with the text through observation, interpretation, and reflection. 

I particularly appreciated how the discussion highlighted the beauty of descriptive writing, the relationship between humans and nature, and the author's use of humour to make everyday experiences meaningful. 

The pace of the session allowed participants to absorb the text thoughtfully, while the shared reading created a collaborative learning environment. Such sessions remind us that literature is not only about understanding words on a page but also about developing empathy, imagination, and critical thinking. 

I am grateful to Sandeep Dutt Sir, Jugjiv Sir, Kunal Sir, Brinda Ma'am, and Manisha Ma'am for their dedication to fostering a culture of reading and meaningful dialogue. Their efforts made the webinar engaging, reflective, and professionally enriching for educators and learners alike.

Rekha Sharma, Teacher, Sunbeam School Mau

Importance of kindness and encouragement

In today’s My Good School session, Jugjiv Sir read the story What You Are Looking for Is in the Library. We learned how Natsumi’s life improved when her husband began supporting her more, helping with their daughter and prioritising family. We also saw Kiriyama’s kindness when he encouraged Natsumi after her rejection by Cherry Peach Editorial Publication and guided her towards Maple Publications, even recommending her to the editor-in-chief. When Natsumi asked why he was helping her, he explained that he simply wanted more good books in the world, revealing his selflessness and belief in her talent. 

The story also highlighted the welcoming environment at Maple Publications, where children were warmly accepted, helping Natsumi realise that her child was not a barrier to her career. The Sunday School session taught me the importance of kindness, encouragement, family support, and a positive outlook towards both work and family life.

Ishika Singh, 10th B, Sunbeam School Ballia