Apeejay School, Noida recently came alive with energy and enthusiasm as Class I students participated in the much-anticipated ‘Classroom Without Walls – Show and Tell’ competition. Designed to provide a dynamic learning experience, the event focused on the theme ‘My Favourite Toy’, inspiring young learners to speak confidently about the toys they cherish the most.
Encouraging expression and creativity
In line with the thought that “Toys are children’s words and play is their language”, the competition aimed to build communication skills, imagination, and social interaction among students. All Class I students took part in the preliminary round, with five students from each section advancing to the final round.
The finalists delivered two-minute speeches, each bringing their toy to life with inventive props, clear articulation, and a lively stage presence. The judging criteria included confidence, content, clarity of speech, voice modulation, pronunciation, creativity, and overall presentation.
Applause and encouragement from the leadership
Vice Principal Ms. Amrita Hajela praised the participants for their heartfelt efforts. She remarked that such events are instrumental in nurturing self-confidence and expression in children at a very young age. It is these experiences that make learning enjoyable and memorable.
Her words of encouragement uplifted the spirit of the event and reinforced the school’s commitment to holistic, experiential education.
Celebrating the winners
The competition concluded with recognition for the standout performers:
Overall First Position: Aayansh Sharma (I B)
Overall Second Position: Takshvi Sharma (I D)
Best in class awards:
I A: Aadhyan Arun
I B: Sehaj Gupta
I C: Miaara Kapoor
I D: Shanaya Shashi Ojha
Fostering a love for learning
Through this engaging activity, Apeejay School, Noida successfully fostered a love for self-expression and storytelling in its youngest learners. The ‘Classroom Without Walls’ initiative served as a reminder that meaningful education can happen anywhere – especially when it’s filled with joy, creativity, and a touch of imagination.