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Sweet Scoops of Joy
From mango to chocolate, the Pre-Primary students at Apeejay School, Tanda Road turned into a delightful dessert parade
From mango to chocolate, the Pre-Primary students at Apeejay School, Tanda Road turned into a delightful dessert parade
Published
10 months agoon
By
Arijit Roy

At Apeejay School, Tanda Road, Jalandhar, education is not just about textbooks—it’s about making concepts come alive. One delightful way of doing this is through fancy dress activities, which allow children to become the very objects they’re learning about. When a child dresses up as an ice cream cone or a scoop of mango delight, they’re not just wearing a costume—they’re stepping into a world of sensory learning, role play, and expression. This form of personification allows them to understand the world more deeply and empathetically.
Fancy dress also serves as a wonderful platform to take the pressure off formal learning. When education is infused with imagination and play, young minds are more open to absorbing ideas. It fuels creativity, boosts confidence, and turns classrooms into spaces of joyful discovery. That’s the spirit behind “Dollops of Delight – A Yummy Treat of Fun and Flavour!”—a celebration designed to make learning as sweet and memorable as childhood itself.


The Pre-Primary wing of the school buzzed with excitement as the children arrived, dressed not as themselves, but as irresistible scoops of their favourite frozen treats! From rich chocolate and creamy vanilla to vibrant strawberry and tangy mango, each child became a living dessert. The hall turned into a wonderland of colours and textures, where every costume was a burst of flavour and fun.
The joy didn’t stop at costumes. The little ones were also encouraged to put their creativity on paper. With crayons and sketch pens in hand, they drew and coloured charming renditions of cone ice creams, cup creams, and fruity popsicles. This blend of art and imagination not only allowed them to express themselves but also helped refine their fine motor skills and colour recognition.






What made the event truly special was how seamlessly fun and education came together. As the children spoke about their chosen flavours, they picked up new words, learned about fruits and colours, and developed confidence in front of an audience. Teachers encouraged them to describe their look, talk about their favourite ice creams, and cheer for their friends—turning the entire event into an exercise in language development, social skills, and self-expression.

“Dollops of Delight” was more than just a fancy dress activity—it was a sweet reminder that learning can be joyful, experiential, and imaginative. With every scoop that walked the stage and every drawing coloured with glee, the school reaffirmed its belief: that education should taste just as good as it feels.
Senior Correspondent at the Apeejay Newsroom, Arijit has written more than a thousand articles across varied genres and also shot video interviews and live coverages with the highest viewership, displaying his versatility and skill. Be it a special achievement article, feedback from a parent, high profile alumnus interview or a featured write up on culture, literature and sports, he is the go to person. His initiatives like Aspiring Artist, Promising Poet and Book reviews have earned him special place in the hearts of all students and readers. Arijit initiated video interviews with a wholesome campaign on the 2022 FIFA World Cup, consisting of 16 match review articles and 3 video interviews of budding football players and enthusiasts across various Apeejay schools in Delhi. He also did the live coverage of Apeejay Noida's mega event Runathon 2023 and also many other special interviews. All his videos created new benchmarks for views, especially the latter crossing 2k views in just days. A performing poet, short story writer and football player in the other half of the day, Arijit leads a colourful and passionate life. You can watch his performances at his YouTube channel- Arijit Roy Poems, and also read his poems and short stories at his blog with the same name. He can be reached at [email protected] and [email protected]