KG Newsletter February 2019

VOLUME 5 ISSUE 9 FEBRUARY 2019

Al Saad Indian School, celebrated its annual day with unprecedented fanfare on 14th February 2019 at school premises. The school was dec- orated elegantly. Dr. Rupali Bhatia (Obstetrics and Gynaecology Spe- cialist) working in Mediclinic Al Jowhara Hospital, Al Ain had been in- vited as the Chief guest. She was given a floral welcome before she in- augurated the programme. The event unfolded with the lighting of the lamp. Thereafter the principal Dr. Bhavna Gupta extended a warm welcome to all the dignitaries and read the annual report highlighting the achievements of the academic year 2018-2019. Felicitations were done by Mrs. Thankam Philip Varghese ,parent of Lionel Cherian Jacab of KG- 2 D and Dr. Lenord Easow ,parent of Joselyn Mary Loonard K.G 2- B. Prizes were given away to the toppers and other students who had brought laurels to the school in various competitions. The talented stu- dents presented mesmerizing cultural events based on Walt Disney stories such as jungle book play, ramp-walk, steam boat dance, Cin- derella skit with ball dance, snow white, little mermaids, Aladdin and ended with the grand finale dance. At the end, the honorable guest applauded the school for its all round success and wished a better fu- ture for the students.



Story telling is the way of inspiring, exciting and uplifting the kids. It has the power to shift our perspective and change the way we perceive reality, getting in under the guard of rational thought. It is a way of creating magic, a way of capturing memo- ries, a way of explaining an overcomplicated world in a simple way. A way of healing. A way of teaching. In this busy schedule our kids get less time to spend with their family. So Bhavans Al Ain continues the new venture, KATHAMRUT- The stories retold. On Thursday students of kindergarten went back with beautiful memories, All this was possible with vibrant and enthusiastic parents who willingly came forward to share stories as they do for their kids.



Parents Corner HEALTHY LIFESTYLE Living a healthy lifestyle is a melting pot of several factors. One is not able to live a healthy lifestyle without a solid diet and workout foundation. The harmful side effects of processed food, drugs, al- cohol, and sleep deprivation trump one’s life while mental and emotional stability aids in a healthy lifestyle. The right diet will reg- ulate blood sugar, balance hormones, and maximize energy, all of which promote optimal fat burning and muscle development. None the less, one must form a platform based on healthy morals and principles in order to live life to its fullest potential. It's extremely important for kids of this age to continue to lead a healthy lifestyle, including eating nutritious meals as well as get- ting plenty of exercise and adequate sleep every day. These posi- tive health habits will help children grow strong, stay healthy, and decrease the likelihood that they will become obese. Childhood obesity rates have increasing dramatically in recent years. According to the Centers for Disease Control, in 2014, 18.8% of school-aged children were obese versus 4% of children 30 years before in 1974. Children's skyrocketing rate of obesity is worri- some because it greatly increases children's risk for remaining obese in adulthood, which in turn raises their risk for heart dis- ease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, and premature death as adults. Obese children may also develop associated health problems dur- ing the middle childhood stage, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and respiratory problems. Obesity can also set the stage for problems with self-esteem, depression, anxiety and social ostracism, and/or being victimized by bullies.

In contrast to the many youth in America who overeat and don't get enough exercise, other children become obsessed with over- controlling their food intake and with exercising too much. With the constant barrage of perfect, photoshopped bodies in the media to- day, many children are feeling pressure at younger and younger ag- es to imitate those images. Children as young as 6 are reporting that they are trying to lose weight by dieting. Overemphasis on extreme thinness can put children at risk for poor self-esteem, unhealthy ex- ercise patterns, and eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia. Children who embrace healthy eating and exercise habits during middle childhood will have a much easier time maintaining a healthy lifestyle through adolescence and adulthood than individuals who try to make the shift later in life. Teaching children to habitually eat moderate portion sizes and to choose healthy foods in preference to junk foods becomes increasingly important as children begin to spend more time away from home and gain more independence over their food and activity choices. Even though parents have less control over their children's eating habits during middle childhood than when children were younger, it remains vital that parents con- tinue to reinforce children's healthy habits whenever possible. I hope children will be motivated and inspired by parents and teachers , intrigued by some of the fascinating scientific findings, and encouraged and supported by the insights they come across along the way. JAIHIND By Dr. Kulothungan Karikalan Father of Kavin Kulothungan (KG 2 A)