PRERNA_ARUNODAYA (2021)

GENERAL GUIDELINES  For registration in various events click the link given below- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaLQUnI2cLtZ4gYZs6a1ylEV8UQMmsLe B0xCC8-WkEkdB7bg/viewform?usp=sf_link  The School should participate in all the three events of a country represented by a particular category.  A student can participate only in one event.  Kindly confirm your school’s participation on/before 30th NOVEMBER 2021 by submitting the google form in the link provided.  Participants must adhere to the time allotted for their presentation.  The participants must not reveal the name of their school.  Each school will be allotted a school code.  All videos should be in landscape mode for better clarity.  The entry must be saved with the Child’s Name, Event Name, Class and School code and should be mailed in the form of video (YouTube Link).  All live events will be conducted on ZOOM ON 18th December, link for the same will be mailed a day prior to the event.  Participants of live event will rename themselves as name/school code for example XYZ/000.  Participants will join 15 minutes prior to the given time to listen to the instructions related to the event. No teacher of any school will be allowed to enter the meeting room.  Cameras of all the participants should remain on during the live events.  For further queries you may contact the teacher In-charge of the respective event between 5.00 pm – 6.00 pm on any working day.  The decision of Judges will be final and binding.  No bollywood songs are permitted.  The Results will be declared on19th December 2021 on school Facebook Page and website, www.mvneducation.com. IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER  Last Date for Registration 30th November2021  Last Date for Submission of YouTube Links 13th December2021  All live events will be on 18th December 2021  Result Declaration 19th December 2021

EVENTS AT A GLANCE I CLASSES - NURSERY & KG – UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 1. COLOUR CASTLE – Colouring The Desert Landscapes 2. RHYTHM IN MOTION – Arabian Folk Dance 3. TELL A TALE – Story Telling I CLASSES - I AND II – JAPAN 1. EKEBANA – Flower Arrangement 2. JINTA MAI – Fan Dance 3. THE WORLD OF ANIME – Fancy Dress I CLASSES – III AND IV – SPAIN 1. STROKES OF PICASSO – Abstract Painting 2. MOVES AND GROOVES – Spanish Dance 3. TU GUIA TURISTICA – E-Brochure I CLASSES – V AND VI – BRAZIL 1. CARNAVAL DO BRASIL – 3D Face Masks 2. VAMOS DANCAR – Brazilian Dance 3. BRAZIL –\"LUNGS OF THE EARTH\"- Documentary

V CLASSES – VII AND VIII – FRANCE 1. IMPRESSIONIST PAINTING – Canvas Painting 2. LA MUSIQUE – Revamping the Classics 3. LA MODE – E-Catalogue V CLASSES IX AND X – SOUTH AFRICA 1. TRIBAL ART – 3D Mural Making 2. KUCHEZA – Hip Hop Dance 3. AKE SIHAMBELE AFRIKA – Web Page Designing V CLASSES XI AND XII – INDIA 1. SHILPSHASTRA – Traditional Mythological Painting 2. JUGALBANDI – Classical Duet 3. RURAL COMMENCEZ – Startup Ideas

WHOM TO CONTACT CLASS EVENT Teacher Incharge Contact No. Nursery-KG Colour Castle Ms Monika Bhalla 9582121971 I -II 8130153278 III - IV Rhythm In Motion Ms. Ruchi Kathpalia 9958991129 V - VI 9871154433 VII - VIII Tell A Tale Ms. Vartika Kesarwani 9958405798 IX - X 9871658933 XI - XII Ikebana Ms. Shalini Ahuja 9654100433 9899277750 Jinta Mai Ms. Shaili Jain 9560777015 9899983864 The World Of Anime Ms. Hema 9910446927 8178293794 Strokes Of Picasso Ms. Kavita Gandhi 8527198976 8527198976 Moves and Grooves Ms. Sarika Maheshwari 9999024200 9899000190 Tu Guia turistica Ms. Inderjeet 9899277750 9350759013 Carnival Do Brasil Ms. Anju Sharma 9899000190 9911089957 Vamos Dancar Ms. Sarika Maheshwari 7042733855 Brazil “Lungs of The Earth” Ms. Vanika Impressionist Painting Ms. Neha La Musique Ms. Neha La Mode Ms. Ranu Sharma Tribal Art -3D Mural Making Ms. Shuchita Khanna Kucheza -Hip Hop Dance Ms. Sarika Ake Sihambele Afrika Ms. Divya Anand Shilpshastra Ms. Shuchita Khanna Jugalbandi Mr. Amit Pandey Rural Commencez Ms. Mandeep Walia

MARHABA (Welcome to Emirates) CLASSES NURSERY-KG UNITED ARAB EMIRATES The quality of a child’s experience in the first few years of life helps shape how his/her brain develops. The connections needed for many important higher-level abilities like motivation, self-regulation, communion, love and empathy are deeply embedded in them if given proper education and ample opportunities to explore and emote. We have chosen a country that is best known for its cultural diversity, vibrance, eloquence and ethnicity. Our toddlers will unravel the cultural richness of its art and culture and will learn a lot from it. EVENTS : I. COLOUR CASTLE Our little buds are the happiest when they are left free with colours. Imagine their felicity when they have to put colours in the monotony of Desert and Arabic Castles. Let’s give them a chance to express their creativity and make a debut in the world of competitions. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  This is a live event  Choice of colours  One participant from each school  Neatness  Duration : 30 minutes  Overall presentation  The picture to be coloured will be sent to the registered schools on their e-mail id on the day of the event.  Print out to be taken on A-4 size sheet.  Colours to be used- oil pastels/plastic crayons  The pdf and jpg file of the art work to be mailed to the school after the live event to [email protected]

II. RHYTHM IN MOTION: Arabian folk dances are referred to as Oriental dance or middle east dances in the entire world and have gradually acquired the status of one of the fastest and the most rhythmic dance forms. Seeing our little toddlers dressed in authentic costumes trying to replicate the elusive movements will be a visual treat for all of us. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  One team (2 participants) from each school  Choreography  Duration:2 minutes  Costume  Recorded music can be played.  Expressions  Virtual background or visual effects are allowed  Originality and execution  Use of appropriate costume and props is  Usage of props. encouraged.  Mode of submission – MP4/You tube link video to be mailed to [email protected] in landscape format. III. TELL A TALE: We have grown up listening to the tales from our elders. Let us reverse the order and make our little ones create a world of imagination. This time they will take us to the world of magical tales of Arabian Nights and mesmerise us with their intonation, actions, gestures and expressions. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  One participant from each school  Introduction  Duration: 3 -4 minutes including the introduction.  Intonations  Expression  Participant must dress up in accordance to the chosen  Confidence theme  Props used  Props can be used.  Virtual background can be used.  Mode of submission - MP4/Youtube link video in landscape format to be mailed to [email protected]

NIHON YE YOKOSO (Welcome to Japan) CLASSES – I AND II JAPAN Japan, also known as ‘The Land of the Rising Sun’, is a country that has always risen like a phoenix every time it has faced a natural or human disaster. Its culture also is equally exquisite and has changed greatly over the millennia, from the country’s prehistoric Jomon period, to its contemporary modern culture, which absorbs influences from Asia and other regions of the world. Japanese culture and tradition represent a fusion of old world culture with newer western practices. The students will get to explore the unraveled mysteries of this beautiful ‘The Land of the Rising Sun’. EVENTS I. IKEBANA -Flower Arrangement Flowers are the ornaments of nature. Ikebana is an ancient Japanese art of flower arrangement. The name comes from Japanese ‘IKE’ meaning alive or arrange and ‘BANA’ meaning flower. The purpose is to spread beauty, fragrance appreciating the nature in the most harmonious manner. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  This is a live event.  Idea  One participant from each school.  Theme  Duration :45 minutes  Creativity  The participant can make use of original or artificial  Imagination  Originality flowers, stems, leaves etc.; decorating them in a vase  The participant will mail a picture of the art work after the live event to [email protected]

II. JINTA MAI -FAN DANCE Japanese fan dance is an integral part of folk festivals celebrated in Japan. Let the little ones recreate the magic dressed in traditional attire along with self- made fans. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  A team of 2 participants from each school  Choreography (one from grade Iand one from grade II)  Costume  Originality  Duration : 2-3 minutes  Execution of steps  No virtual background or visual effects to be used.  Fan used  Physical background is preferred.  Video to be recorded in landscape mode.  Mode of submission – You tube link to be mailed to [email protected] III. THE WORLD OF ANIME– Fancy Dress Japanese cartoons have fascinated children as they speak to something deep within them and draws them into a brand new world to explore. They can be one of their favourite characters such as DORAEMON, HELLO KITTY MARIO etc. The participant will get a chance to portray their favourite Japanese cartoon character. They will wear a costume related to the chosen cartoon character and express their feelings through actions and short narratives. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  One participant from each school .  Character portrayed  Participants can choose the appropriate costumes of  Costume  Creativity the Japanese cartoon characters.  Confidence  Duration : 2 minutes including the introduction.  Presentation skill  No face covering masks are allowed  Gestures and dialogues are allowed along with sounds relating to expressions.  Mode of submission – You tube link to be mailed to [email protected]

BIENVENIDO A ESPANA (Welcome to Spain) CLASSES – III AND IV SPAIN Art nurtures creativity, innovation and cultural diversity. Gearing up for it, we all are ready to spread the rich array of Spanish art and dance among young people and promote the cultural cohesiveness. From the baroque brush strokes of Diego Wallace and religious relics of El Greco to Pablo Picasso’s concept of cubism, Spanish art is among the world’s best and it draws people from different countries. EVENTS I. STROKES OF PICASSO –Abstract Painting Abstract painting (Picasso) uses virtual language of shape, form, colour and line to create a composition which may exist with a degree of independence from visual references in the world. Children love to be free when they play with colours and imagination. No wonder Picasso gave them this gift of abstract painting and we have given them the perfect platform for it. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  This is a live event.  Creativity  One participant from each school.  Choice of colours  Duration: 1 to 1:30 hrs.  Relevance to the theme  Colouring medium- acrylic paint, oil pastels, pencil  Research work  Visual appeal colours, sketch pens.  The participant will mail a picture of the art work after the live event to [email protected]

II. MOVES AND GROOVES- Spanish Dance Spain has used dance as a form of communication and personal expression. While many people make this common connection between Spain and Flamenco, a plethora of traditional dances from Spain’s various regions weave into the lengthy history of Spanish dance. We have provided the platform to our children to showcase any dance form of Spain in authentic costumes. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  A team of 2 students from each school.  Choreography the  Duration : 2 to 3 minutes  Costume  Recorded music to be played  No virtual background and visual effects are allowed  Props used  Physical background and props are allowed  Participants should be appropriately dressed.  Execution of steps  Mode of submission – You tube link to be mailed to  Coordination with [email protected] partner III. TU GUIA TURISTICA - REVIVING TOURISM (Tourism Brochure) The Spanish culture is very unique and the country has an extraordinary artistic heritage which makes Spain one of the most visited place in the world. From the dramatic, imposing mountains to the countless glistening beaches that dots its coastlines, Spain is a paradise full of natural beauty and inspiring landscapes which fascinates the tourists from all corners of the world. The participant will get a chance to glorify this beautiful country through a self - created tourist brochure . RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  Each school can send one entry(1 participant)  Originality  Participant has to make a PowerPoint Presentation  Creativity  Uniqueness of ideas with a voice over on the given topic.  Relevance to the theme  The student need to briefly introduce himself in the  Innovative usage of beginning. software  The PPT must be self-explanatory.  Participant is allowed to use 12 to 15 slides in the presentation and must use proper language skills to display the theme clearly and correctly.  Participant can use software like MS PowerPoint, Keynote or Google slides.  Mode of submission - PPTX file and the presentation in MP4 format to be mailed to [email protected]

OLA BRASIL (Welcome to Brazil) CLASSES – V AND VI BRAZIL The culture of Brazil is primarily western and is derived from European Portuguese culture. It presents a very diverse form of nature showing that an ethnic and cultural mixing occurred to give its most exquisite and breathtaking view which makes Brazil one of the places, anyone can claim a paradise on earth. We have chosen the aspects of Brazil to make our kids aware of its richness and diversities. EVENTS I. CARNAVAL DO BRASIL - 3D CARNIVAL FULL FACE MASKS One of the biggest festivals of Brazil is the Carnival, so let’s create colourful 3D Carnival Mask. Let’s decorate these masks with lot of creativity and vibrant colours. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  This is a live event.  Interpretation and clarity of the  One participant from each school. theme.  Duration : 1.5 hours  Make a colourful 3D Full facemask on ivory  Uniqueness of the depicted theme.  Innovation and creativity sheet with poster colours or acrylic colours.  Choice of colours.  Cutting and pasting is allowed.  Neatness  The participant will mail a picture of the art work after the live event to [email protected]

II. VAMOS DANCAR-Brazilian Dance Brazil is a land of many popular dances that contain the elements of African, Portuguese and European Dance forms. Samba, Carimbo, Capoeira, Forro, Caruria, Jongo are some of the famous dances of Brazil. Let’s groove in these rhythmic and fast dances and enjoy their vibrance. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  A team of 2 students  Choreography  Duration : 2 to 3 minutes  Costume and makeup  Recorded music to be played  Expressions  No virtual background and visual effects are  Props used  Selection of the song allowed.  Physical background and props are allowed.  Participants should be appropriately dressed.  Mode of submission – You tube link to be mailed to [email protected] III. BRAZIL-“ Lungsof The Earth”-A Documentary Brazil, also popularly known as the lungs of the Earth, generate about 20 percent of the world’s oxygen and its trees play a key role in reducing pollution. It is an abode to 3 million species of flora and fauna but is facing a threat to its existence for which our young brigade needs to be vocal about. So, a documentary on the same would be our way to preserve this biodiverse paradise by raising awareness for the same. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  Each School can send one entry(one participant)  Originality and uniqueness  Visual display  Documentary will be in PowerPoint form with the  Relevance to the theme voice over of the participant .  Usage of software  Voice modulation  The participant will introduce himself before the documentary. Later his voice over can be used in the documentary.  There should be a maximum of 12-15 slides.  Software to be used - MS PowerPoint, Google slides or keynote.  Mode of submission - PPTX file and the presentation in .MP4 format to be mailed to [email protected]

BIEN VENUE EN FRANCE (Welcome to France) CLASSES – VII AND VIII FRANCE This beautiful country is renowned for its captivating paysage , home to some of the world’s most iconic structures and buildings and of course, for the gastronomie locale (cuisine) and fashion label which has turned the world’s ‘fashion statement’. The country boasts of having the world’s best loved literature, films, monuments and the fashion brands. “Joie De Vivre” – Exuberant enjoyment of life is what the French culture spreads everywhere. EVENTS I. IMPRESSIONIST PAINTING –Canvas Painting Impressionism developed in France in the nineteenth century and is based on the practice of painting out of the doors and spontaneously ‘on the spot’ rather than in a studio . Main impressionist subjects were landscapes and scenes of everyday life. French tradition in Fine Art is celebrated throughout the world. Let’s create landscape on the canvas and enjoy having fun with colours. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  This is a live event.  Interpretation and clarity of the theme  One participant from each school  Creativity and Innovation  Duration: 1.5 hours  Uniqueness  Neatness  Make landscape on A-3 canvas with oil colours or  Visual appeal acrylic colours.  The participant will mail a picture of the art work after the live event to [email protected]

II. LA MUSIQUE – Revamping The Classics Music is like a canvas that can allow lot of variations in its bent. Musicians from the very beginning love to play with music and this allows them to stamp their own style onto the original track and reinvent the artist’s creation in a unique and a completely nouveau form. Let’s give our participants a chance to re-explore, reinvent and revamp their musical skills. The participants will take a French song and revamp it by presenting an unplugged version of it. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  Two participants will participate - one vocalist and  Choice of Music one instrumentalist.  Rhythmic interpretation  Clarity of Lyrics  No editing or effects allowed.  Articulation  Duration :2 to 3 minutes.  Voice quality  Song should be in video format.  Mic not allowed.  Mode of submission – You tube link to be mailed to [email protected] III. LA MODE - E-catalogue Fashion is an emerging industry and we cannot do away with Paris when we refer to fashion. It has been nurtured and developed there and what we know as ‘la Mode’ is the gift of Paris Fashion Week.The world’s best and the first few designers were from France and have been seen as the role models for the budding designers since ages. We have designed an event so that the participants can come up with their creative catalogues defining fashion and its revolution from 60s until present in the form of a flip book. The story of Paris, becoming the fashion capital, can be illustrated. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  Each school can send one entry(1 participant).  Content  The file should not exceed 24 Mb. (10-15 pages)  Innovation  Any software can be used.  Creativity  The participants can show the fashion show of every  Research  Originality decade in the form of pictures or videos.  Mode of submission –Flipbook link to be mailed to [email protected]

SAWUBONA SOUTH AFRICA (Welcome to South Africa) CLASSES – IX AND X SOUTH AFRICA South Africa has been famously referred to as the rainbow nation because it is made up of so many diverse cultures and religions. Contained within the South Africa’s borders are Zulu, San, Hindu, Muslim etc. to name a few. South Africa is heir to a legacy of autonomous livelihoods as well as Bantu immigration, slavery, colonization and liberation movements which play a major role in defining its culture. Blending Western technology with indigenous technology, South Africa is a study of contrasts. It represents a blend of modernism and antiquity in the most picturesque manner. EVENTS I. TRIBAL ART -3D Mural Making South African art is the visual art practised by the natives inhabiting the territory of South Africa. The oldest art objects in the world were discovered in South African caves. Archaeologists have discovered two sets of art kits, thought to be 100,000 years old, in a cave in South Africa. Let’s reinvent the beauty of their raw art. The participant will create 3D Mural Art on canvas or a ply board based on the themes of South African tribes. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  Each school can send one entry (1 participant).  Clarity of form and details  Balance and symmetry  Size -A3 Plyboard/Canvas  Smoothness of finish  Material to be used - tissue paper, paper mache ,  Innovation  Visual appeal clay, newspaper etc.  Colours to be used– Acrylic Colours, pearl or metallic colours.  Mode of submission –The split video of 1-2 minutes to be mailed to [email protected]

II. KUCHEZA -Hip Hop Dance Song and dance facilitate teaching and promote social values, celebrating special events and major life milestones. Performing oral history and other recitations leave an impact on spiritual experiences. African dancers utilize the concepts of Polyrhythm and total-body articulation. They are a collective activity performed in large groups and look beautiful even in their individual depiction. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  A team of 2 students from a school  Choreography  Duration: 2-3 minutes.  Costume and makeup  No virtual background to be used.  Originality and execution of steps  Mode of submission – You tube link to be mailed  Expressions  Coordination to [email protected] III. AKE SIHAMBELE AFRIKA- WILD LIFE TOUR –Webpage When thinking about South Africa the first thing that comes to our mind is its incredible wildlife and the vast expanse of its beautiful locales. The animals which inhabit this exotic wilderness have long held the captivating power over our imaginations. Its flora is equally mesmerising and heals the soul of any mortal being. Let's create a webpage to make the whole world aware about its richness. The final topic will be announced on the day of the event. Students will be given one of the following topics:- (1) Exotic Wilderness (2) Forest Based Agriculture (3) Forest of South Africa – Then and now (4) The tribes inhabiting the forest of South Africa RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  This is a live event.  Content  Relevance to the theme  A team of 2 participants.  Creativity  Idea/ Concept  The webpage should be coded using HTML & CSS.  Visual appeal  Duration :2hours  Mode of submission- html file, screenshots of the pages designed and all supporting images/videos and the webpage link to be mailed at [email protected] after the live event

INDIA (Namastey Bharat) CLASSES – XI AND XII INDIA The art and culture of any nation is a symbol of oneness. Culture and its heritage reflect and shape values, faith, and aspirations, thereby defining a national identity of people.. India is a carrycot of the finest cultural symbols of the world which include paintings, sculpture, classical dance, performing art, and architecture. The digital world too has a great impact on the country’s economy, education, and society overall. Let us avail the opportunity to showcase our insight and techniques which will invigorate the creative spirit. I. SHILPSHASTRA -Traditional Mythological Painting Indian paintings are a portrayal of tradition and depiction of ancient texts and theories in color and anecdotal accounts. From the ancient civilization to the present day, the paintings provide an aesthetic continuum. Various traditions that have existed in the country have helped in the evolution of paintings in India. So, let us recreate the new world of art. The participants will draw a painting representing the traditional mythological paintings of India. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  This is a live event.  Clarity of concept  One student can participate  Colour combinations used  Duration : 2 hours  Originality of ideas  Size-A3 Canvas  Theme presented  Medium – Acrylic colours  Visual appeal  The participant will mail a picture of the art work after the live event to [email protected]

II. JUGALBANDI–Classical Duet A jugalbandi is a rendition not only in Hindustani classical music but also in Carnatic music form. It features a duet of two solo musicians. The word jugalbandi literally means, \"entwined twins\". The duet can be both vocal or instrumental. Here the participant will get a chance to perform a vocal jugalbandi supported by musical instruments. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  One Team of two participants from each school.  Rhythmic interpretation  Duration : 3-4 minutes  Voice quality  Raag to be chosen from first to fourth year.  Coordination  It should include taraana.  Dynamics  No recorded music is allowed.  Intonation  Electronic /manual musical instruments can be used.  Instrument can be played by student/teacher.  Video should not be edited.  Mode of submission - YouTube link, video in landscape mode to be mailed to [email protected] III. RURAL-COMMENCEZ –A Startup Idea Make in India and Startups- Make in India is an initiative to facilitate investment, foster innovation, building the best in class infrastructure and making India a hub for manufacturing, designing and innovation. Rural India has a huge potential which is untapped and if we want to make India a superpower, we need to integrate rural India with technology. RURAL-COMMENCEZ is an initiative to provide students an opportunity to apply their creative business minds to bring startup projects for Rural India. RULES JUDGEMENT CRITERIA  One team is allowed from each school  Innovative startup idea for Rural (maximum of 3 students). India  Your model plan for startup should have  Digital presentation pointers under ‘Make in India’.  Model Plan  Round 1 -Present and elaborate the startup idea (business model) in mp4 format and mail  Overall Presentation the same to [email protected]  Jury round latest by 10th December 2021.  Selected teams will then face the jury in the second round which will be a live event on 18th December 2021.