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Wednesday, 17 September 2025

LIBRARY GRANTS UNDER PM SHRI FOR LIBRARY FINAL PHASE 2025-26

 FINAL PHASE( I,II & III) Guidlines_for_PM_SHRI (2025-26) 13.06.2025.pdf - Google Drive



Overview

  • The PM SHRI scheme is built on six pillars, each representing a core area of focus derived from
  • the nine chapters of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. These pillars encompass a range
  • of activities, sub-activities, and components that together work towards achieving the scheme’s.
  • objectives.
  • Pillars of the PM SHRI Scheme
  • 1. Access Infrastructure - Adequacy, Functionality, Aesthetics and Safety
  • o Ensures that school infrastructure is adequate, functional, aesthetically pleasing, and safe
  • for all students.

  • 2. Human Resources and School Leadership
  • o Focuses on the recruitment, development, and effective management of teachers and
  • school leaders to enhance educational outcomes.
  • 3. Management, Monitoring and Governance
  • o Emphasizes the importance of efficient management, continuous monitoring, and strong
  • governance to ensure the smooth operation of schools.

  • 4. Beneficiary Satisfaction
  • o Aims to ensure that the needs and expectations of students and their families are met,
  • leading to higher satisfaction and better engagement with the school.

  • 5. Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment
  • o Seeks to implement a robust curriculum, innovative pedagogical practices,
  • and comprehensive assessment methods to foster effective learning.

  • 6. Inclusive Practices and Gender Equity
  • o Promotes inclusive practices and ensures gender equity in all aspects of school life,
  • providing equal opportunities for all students.
  • .............................................
  • 5. Competency Based Student Assessment
  • OBJECTIVE:
  • Competency based learning training equips educators with the skills to develop lesson plans and
  • teaching resources based on competency-based learning.
  • PROGRAMMATIC NORMS:
  • ● Preparation of Low-Cost, Do It Yourself (DIY) type TLM by school teachers based on CBL.
  • ● Purchase/Printing of CBSE & NCERT Exemplars based on CBL.
  • ● Printing/Procurement of Sample papers
  • ● Pedagogy and assessment adopted in these schools will be more experiential, holistic and
  • competency based.
  • ● Focus will be on learning outcomes of every child in every grade – Assessment of Quantitative,
  • Verbal & Logical Reasoning Skills.
  • ● Assessment at all levels will be based on conceptual understanding and application of knowledge to real life situations and will be competency- based.
  • ● CBSA should be an integral part of Classroom Transaction. Each teacher must discuss CBA type
  • questions in regular classroom transactions so that the students will not face problems during
  • examinations/assessments.
  • FINANCIAL NORMS:-25000/-
  • ....................................
  • 7. Resource Material / Activity Hand Book and Additional Support
  • OBJECTIVE:
  • A good teaching resource material /Handbook lays out the basic principles of the coursebooks
  • and the recommended procedures for using the book. As such it is a guide for teachers,
  • particularly for new teachers who may have little teacher training or classroom experience.
  • PROGRAMMATIC NORMS:
  • ● Provision of Teachers’ Manuals/ Diaries Activity Handbooks, resource materials for
  • teachers to align their innovative pedagogies with learning outcomes and grade level
  • competencies.
  • ● Preparation of No-cost, Low-Cost, Do It Yourself (DIY) type TLM by school teachers.
  • ● Every teacher in the school could be using these resource materials to align their
  • innovative pedagogies with learning outcomes and grade level competencies.
  • ● Teacher Resource material must be available in school libraries and could be accessed
  • whenever required
  • ● Purchase/Printing of CBSE handbooks (https://cbseacademic.nic.in//manual.html)
  • ● NCF SE/NCF FS /NEP/NCERT Activity handbooks /Curriculum of all stages.
  • ● The above-mentioned activities are only suggestive in nature, schools/RO can design/
  • plan activities based on context or speci
  • ic needs.
  • FINANCIAL NORMS:; Rs. 200. PER TEACHER PLUS 150.00 PER TEACHER 
  • ..........................................
  • 13. Library Grant for Sr. Secondary Schools (upto highest class XII)

  • Guidelines for Utilizing Library Grant for Periodicals:
  • ● Needs Assessment: Conduct a survey or assessment to identify the interests and educational
  • needs of students and teachers, ensuring the periodicals selected are relevant and engaging.
  • ● Curriculum Alignment: Choose periodicals that align with the curriculum across different
  • subjects, including science, mathematics, language arts, social studies, and the arts.
  • ● Age Appropriateness: Select periodicals appropriate for the age and reading level of the
  • students in the school.
  • ● Local and Global Perspectives: Include periodicals that offer both local and global
  • perspectives to help students develop a broader understanding of the world.
  • ● Quality and Reputation: Choose periodicals from reputed publishers known for high-quality
  • content and responsible reporting.
  • ● Subscription Management: Consider the frequency of publication and manage subscriptions
  • efficiently to ensure timely delivery and accessibility.
  • ● Student and Teacher Input: Gather feedback from students and teachers on the periodicals
  • available in the library and adjust selections as needed.
  • ● Budget Allocation: Allocate the library grant judiciously to maximize the variety and number
  • of periodicals while staying within budget.
  • ● Digital Access: Consider digital periodicals or online subscriptions to supplement the print
  • collection and provide additional access options
  • Suggestive List of Periodicals for School:
  • 1. Science Reporter
  • ○ Publisher: National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research
  • (NISCPR), part of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) (Science
  • Reporter covers a wide range of scientific topics, including technology, innovations,
  • and current scientific research. It is a highly reputable source of science information.)

  • 2. Competition Success Review
  • ○ Publisher: Competition Review Pvt. Ltd. (While not a direct government publication,
  • Competition Success Review (CSR) covers topics such as general knowledge, current
  • affairs, and guidance for— competitive exams. It is beneficial for students preparing
  • for government and other competitive exams.

  • 3. Swachh Bharat Magazine
  • ○ Publisher: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India (This
  • publication highlights initiatives, news, and updates related to the Swachh Bharat
  • Abhiyan (Clean India Mission)
  • 4. Sportstar
  • ○ Publisher: The Hindu group. (Sportstar is a monthly sports magazine that covers
  • national and international sports, including cricket, football, tennis, badminton,
  • boxing, chess, hockey, and squash.)
  • 5. Civil Services Chronicles
  • ○ Publisher: Chronicles Publication Pvt. Ltd (The magazine publishes current affair
  • articles, essays, case studies and content related to current issues of national and
  • international importance.)
  • 6. Banking Services Chronicles
  • ○ Publisher: Chronicles Publication Pvt. Ltd (The books include previous years’ solved
  • question papers, model question papers, question banks, current affairs\, general
  • knowledge, reasoning, Maths and English etc.)
  • 7. Pratiyogita Darpan
  • ○ Publisher: Upkar Parkarshan (It is an Indian bi-lingual Magazine, focuses on current
  • affairs and general knowledge, especially useful for civil services and competitive
  • exams).
  • 8. Tinkle
  • ○ Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt. Ltd (It includes Where Learning Meets Fun. Step
  • into a world of fun! Comics, jokes, riddles, reviews, quizzes, and much more! Learn
  • something new today!)
  • 9. Magicpot
  • ○ Publisher: Malayala Manorama Co. Pvt. Ltd. (It makes the child more creative
  • through activities, crafts, games & much more. ... Also helps the child to read more
  • through stories, poems and comics.)

  • 10. Champak
  • ○ Publisher: Delhi Press Patra Prakashan Pvt Ltd (It is a magazine for children that
  • helps them develop their reading, language, and creativity skills. It includes traditional
  • stories, illustrations, and simple language)

  • 11. Cricket Today
  • ○ Publisher: Delhi-based Company, Diamond Magazines, (which has the support of
  • very experienced professionals. Cricket Today is an ultimate ode to the cricketing
  • world.)
  • 12. India Today
  • ○ Publisher: Living Media India Limited publishes the weekly news magazine
  • (Highlight different news)
  • 13. Frontline
  • ○ Publisher: The Hindu Group of publications, an English-language news magazine that
  • is published every two weeks. (It includes Politics, Economics, Social issues, The
  • environment, Nature, Culture, and Cinema.)
  • 14. The Week
  • ○ Publisher: Malayala Manorama Co. Pvt. Ltd. (It is to provide readers with a balanced
  • perspective on current events by compiling commentary from multiple sides of a
  • debate.)
  • 15. Subject Journal- Monthly
  • ○ Physics For You
  • ○ Chemistry today
  • ○ Biology Today
  • ○ Mathematics Today
  • 16. Digital Publications from various government/autonomous bodies
  • ○ NBT publications
  • ○ MoE publications
  • ○ Publication division MoI&B
  • ○ National Digital Library, MoE
  • ○ NCERT digital Resources
  • ○ CBSE digital Resources
  • Suggestive List of Books/ Reports/Guidelines for Students of KVs:
  • 1. Priya The Accessibility Warrior by NCERT
  • https://ncert.nic.in/pdf/publication/otherpublications/pawe1.pdf
  • 2. Let's move forward – by UNESCO India -
  • https://dsel.education.gov.in/sites/default/files/update/comic_book_eng.pdf
  • 3. Sapno Ki Udaan by MOE and NCERT -
  • https://ncert.nic.in/pdf/announcement/SapnoKiUdaan.pdf
  • 4. Competency-Based Practice Books for Class X & XII by CBSE
  • https://cbseacademic.nic.in/
  • 5. India Year Book
  • https://www.amazon.in/india-year-book/s?k=india+year+book
  • 6. 500 Career Cards developed by Ministry of Education- Letter issued by KVS on 14.08.2024 & 25.09.2024
  • https://dsel.education.gov.in/careers/index.html
  • 7. Stories of Ruskin Bond
  • https://www.amazon.in/Books-RuskinBond/s?rh=n%3A976389031%2Cp_27%3ARuskin+Bond
  • 8. Books written by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam
  • https://www.amazon.in/Books-A-P-J-AbdulKalam/s?rh=n%3A976389031%2Cp_27%3AA.P.J.+Abdul+Kalam
  • 9. Books written by Sudha Murthy
  • https://www.amazon.in/Books-Sudha-Murty/s?rh=n%3A976389031%2Cp_27%3ASudha+Murty
  • 10. Story collection by Munshi Prem Chand
  • https://www.amazon.in/Premchand-Complete-Stories-Kahaniya-arvshreshth/dp/9389643333
  • 11. Believe in Yourself by Swami Vivekananda
  • https://www.amazon.in/Believe-Yourself-Life-Lessons Vivekananda/dp/9389836107
  • 12. Malgudi Days by RK Narayan, Indian Thought Publications
  • https://www.amazon.in/Malgudi-Days-R-K-Narayan/dp/8185986177
  • 13. Swami and friends by RK Narayan, Indian Thought Publications
  • https://www.amazon.in/Swami-Friends-R-K-Narayan/dp/8185986002
  • 14. Stories from Panchatantra Series, Neeta Mehta Publications
  • https://www.amazon.in/Short-Stories-From-Panchatantra/dp/B0C9KB7RZK
  • 15. Rain must fall – Nandita Basu
  • https://www.amazon.in/Rain-Must-Fall-Nandita-Basu/dp/0143454099
  • 16. Poetic collection by Mahadevi Verma
  • https://www.amazon.in/Poetry-Mahadevi-Verma-Literature-Fiction/s?rh=n%3A1318175031% 2Cp_27%3AMahadevi+Verma
  • 17. Poetic collection by Ramdhari Singh Dinkar
  • https://www.amazon.in/Poetry-Ramdhari-Singh-Dinkar-Literature-Fiction/s?rh=n%3A1318175031%2Cp_lbr_books_authors_browse-bin%3ARamdhari+Singh+Dinka
  • 18. Poetic collection by Harivansh Rai Bachchan
  • https://www.amazon.in/Poetry-Harivansh-Rai-Bachchan-Literature-Fiction/s?rh=n%3A1318175031%2Cp_lbr_books_authors_browse-in%3AHarivansh+Rai+Bachchan
  • 19.चिरा बालकथा:, भारतीय विज्ञानपरंपरा, चिकथा: - Sanskrit
  • 20. Sanskrit Katha Maalika (Short Stories for Sanskrit Reading Practice) (by Rakesh Shashtry)
  • PeriNote: These are suggestive and can be modified according to the student’s requirements.
  • Feedback and record:
  • ● Gather input from library users about their preferences and interests to make informed
  • decisions about periodicals and competitions.
  • ● Photographs and short videos of activities should be recorded and uploaded on
  • Vidyalaya’s Social media platform and Vidyalaya’s website.

  • FINANCIAL NORMS:Rs.15000/- UP TO X  Rs.20000/0 UP TO XII
  • .......................................................................
  • 26. Reading Promotion Week
  • OBJECTIVE:
  • To cultivate a lifelong reading habit and foster a love for literature among students by conducting
  • engaging and inclusive activities under the guidance of teachers and the librarian.
  • PROGRAMMATIC NORMS:
  • ●Organizing quarterly Reading Week in the Vidyalaya.
  • ●Librarian shall be the In-charge of the program.
  • ●Activities to involve active participation of teachers, especially language teachers.
  • ●Involve parents and alumni through book donation drives or reading sessions.
  • ●Conducting competitions such as:
  • o Reading Aloud
  • o Book Review Presentations
  • o Author Biographies
  • o Dramatization/Role Play based on books
  • o Storytelling Competitions
  • o Poem Recitation
  • o Correct Words per Minute Challenge
  • o Reading Relay (team activity involving passage reading in turns)
  • ●Organizing activities under Bhasha Sangam / Language Festival to encourage multilingual
  • appreciation.
  • ●Setting up Pop-up Libraries or Reading Corners in classrooms or common areas.
  • ●Encouraging students to maintain a Reading Journal.
  • ●Displaying Book of the Week and Reader of the Month on library/notice boards.
  • ●Display and discussion of Books on NEP, Culture, Science, and Values.
  • ●Inviting local authors, storytellers, or educators for guest sessions or readings (optional).
  • This head may be used for the following cost:
  • ●Cost of stationery items, Flashcards, journals, etc.
  • ●Cost of printing certiicates and bookmarks.
  • ●Cost of stop clock (if required).
  • ●Cost of prizes for competition winners.
  • ●Cost of mementoes for external judges/speakers (if invited).
  • ●Cost of setting up temporary reading corners or displays.
  • Target Group:
  • ● Students of Classes 1 to 8. Participation may be structured grade-wise

  • FINANCIAL NORMS:: RS. 25000/-
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  • 44. Library Books
  • OBJECTIVE:
  • Equipping the School Library with textbooks and reference books.
  • PROGRAMMATIC NORMS:
  • ● Procurement of curriculum based text books from NCERT.
  • ● Teacher reference books.
  • ● Five year/Ten year sample papers
  • ● NCERT Books and books from National Book Trust in the library to be procured preferably from
  • NCERT and National Book Trust.
  • ● NCERT Exemplars
  • ● Lab manuals for practical subjects to be procured.
  • Note; Sufficient number of textbook sets to be procured on the recommendation of the library committee.
  • FINANCIAL NORMS: Rs.:20000/-
  • ....................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Overview ................................................................................................................................. 4
1. Common Guidelines ......................................................................................................... 5
2. Teaching Learning Materials (Balvatika) ....................................................................... 7
3. Teaching Learning Materials (Classes I To V) ............................................................... 9
4. Learning Enhancement Programme (LEP) / Remedial Teaching ............................... 11
5. Competency Based Student Assessment ....................................................................... 11
6. Holistic Report Cards for Students ............................................................................... 12
7. Resource Material / Activity Hand Book And Additional Support ............................. 12
8. School Readiness Modules-Module Development (Class -1) ...................................... 13
9. Science Kit and Maths Kit ................................................................................................ 14
10. Science And Maths Circle/Club ....................................................................................... 15
11. Exposure Visits ................................................................................................................. 18
12. Mentoring By Eminent Experts (National) .................................................................... 19
13. Library Grant for Sr. Secondary Schools (upto highest class XII) ............................... 20
14. Sport Equipment ............................................................................................................... 24
15. Engagement Of Yoga / Sports Teacher / Coaches ......................................................... 25
16. Musical Instruments ......................................................................................................... 26
17. 21st Century Learning And Information Skills .............................................................. 26
18. Celebration Of National Days .......................................................................................... 27
19. Bagless Days ...................................................................................................................... 27
20. Celebration Of Cultural, Academic, Sports And Annual Day .......................................... 29
21. Cyber Safety Awareness Programme ............................................................................... 30
22. Financial Support for Vocational Teacher/ Trainer (New) ........................................... 31
23. Fund For School Safety And Security ............................................................................... 32
24. Guidance And Career Counseling .................................................................................... 33
25. Parent Teacher Meet ......................................................................................................... 33
26. Reading Promotion Week ................................................................................................. 34
27. Enhancement Of School Facilities And Aesthetics .......................................................... 35
28. PM SHRI Quiz, Debate & Extempore Speech Competition ............................................. 35
29. Lab Consumable Materials ................................................................................................ 36
30. LED Lighting ..........................................................................................................................37
31. Activity Promoting Green School .......................................................................................37
32. Vegetable/Herbal / Medicinal/ Kitchen Garden...............................................................38
33. Composting facility for kitchen and garden waste ......................................................... 39
34. Organize ‘Swachhta Pakhwada’/ clean up drives .............................................................39
35. Expert Talk - Green School ................................................................................................ 40
36. Field Visits ........................................................................................................................... 41
37. Desktop Computers/ Tablets for School(Recurring) Maintenance.................................42
38. Maintenance of ATL Tinkering/ Innovation Lab (where ATL Tinkering Labs were
established
ive years ago)as per sanction order of individual School...........................42
39. Training to Girls on Self-Defence (More than 50 girl children in VI to XII) ................ 43
40. Adolescent Girls Programs .................................................................................................43
41. Community Participation ....................................................................................................44
42. Hackathon .............................................................................................................................45
43. ATL Instructor ......................................................................................................................46
44. Library Books .....................................................................................................................47
45. Citizenship skills, Constitutional values and knowledge of India ..................................47
46. Function Youth & Eco Club for Mission Life .....................................................................48
47. Colourful Dustbins painted with interesting characters for waste segregation............ 49
48. Capacity Building and Training of Teachers(STEM teachers)...........................................50
49. Digital Hardware/Software..................................................................................................50
ANNEXURE - I...........................................................................................................................51

Thursday, 3 July 2025

Reading Promotion Log Book of a Student



Ignite the Power of Reading! 

Join us in fostering a culture of 

curiosity, imagination, and knowledge. 

 Let’s turn pages and open minds. 

Because readers today are leaders tomorrow!

🌟 Read • Reflect • Rise

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Library orientation and Notebook work.......2025-26

Students of classes VI to X will maintain a Library notebook / Personal Diary with the following information:


  1. स्वर
  2. व्यंजन 
  3. मात्रा - बारहखड़ी 
  4. नंबर सिस्टम 

Magazine reading record: 

Magazine review 

1. Title 

2. Month 

3. Cost 

4. Approx pages 

5. Editor Name 

6. Publisher / ISSN 

7. Regular columns 

8. Favorite Column 

9. Special / Cover story 

10. Your take-home points 

News Paper :? 



CLASSES -XI-XII .....Plz Note: 

Classes XI - XII  MUST CARRY A PEN & A notebook/ Diary while visiting the Library....

Career Guidance is Essential for Students in the light of SIP- & SWOT XI-XII

Just one thing and Personality Devlopment Tips: FOR SSB/ ANY INTERVIEW - XI-XII



Read Also  


Book Reading club members and class-wise book clubs...  

  1. Artists Club vi  abc
  2. Sports Club vii abc
  3. Leaders Club viii abc
  4. Authors Club ix abc
  5. Scientists Club xi ab



पुस्तक  समीक्षा

BOOK REVIEW FORMAT

दिनांक/DATE…………….................................................. विषय/ SUBJECT: पुस्तकालय/LIBRARY                    

पुस्तक  का  नाम /TITLE………………………………..….................................परिग्रहण संख्या/ Accn no.............

लेखक/ AUTHOR…………………………..................................... …प्रष्ठ संख्या /PAGES …………………………

प्र्काशक/ PUBLISHER …………………………………….....………………मूल्य/ COST……………………..........

पात्रों के नाम/ CHARACTERS…………………………………………………....…………………………………………

स्थानों का वर्णन/ PLACES……………………………………………………………………...………….……………….

नये –कठिन शब्द/ NEW & DIFFICULT WORDS ……………………………………………………………………..

विषय वस्तु/  SUBJECT MATTER………………………………………………………...………………………………

आपका प्रिय संदर्भ/ EPISODE YOU LIKED……………………………………………………………………...………

पुस्तक कितने दिनों में पढ़ी/ READ IN DAYS …………………………………………………………………………

पुस्तक कितने लोगों से साझा की/ BOOK-CONCEPT  SHARED  WITH ……………………………………………

 पुस्तक समीक्षा प्रतुति / BOOK  REVIEW PRESENTATION ....................................................................................

पुस्तक के बारे में/ ABOUT BOOK ……………………………………………....…………………………………………

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विध्यार्थी का नाम /Student’s Name……………………………………………..

कक्षा/ Class ……………………………

केन्द्रीय विद्यालय.............................................................................



LIBRARY HOLIDAY HOMEWORK- 2025-26

Class

Library activity

Details

Remarks

Vi 

Bookmark

Size = 8 inches x 3 inches only

500 gsm paper

One side - bio data

Thought on the other

 MAKE SIAM MASCOT

 

 

 IMPORTANT DAYS

 

01 MAY 2025-31 DEC 2025

 

मई 2025 - भारतकोश, ज्ञान का हिन्दी महासागर 

Vii 

Book jacket

Of books on swami VIVEKANANDA  / APJ ABDUL KALAM/ 

 or any other leader

Sports ..BOOK

Bio data and

A book review must

 MAKE SIAM MASCOT

 

 

 IMPORTANT DAYS

 

01 MAY 2025-31 DEC 2025

 

मई 2025 - भारतकोश, ज्ञान का हिन्दी महासागर 

Viii 

Table calendar

Mini. 12 leaves – thoughts, shloks quotes, sayings, slogans, etc. As per roll no

Bio data one page

Mini 500 gsm paper

 MAKE SIAM MASCOT

 

 

 IMPORTANT DAYS

 

01 MAY 2025-31 DEC 2025

 

मई 2025 - भारतकोश, ज्ञान का हिन्दी महासागर 

Ix 

Class magazine

One file page, with a good article, bio data- & lamination

300-500 gsm paper

PREFRED TOPIC IS SIAM AND ROAD SAFETY 

Editors and chief editors to edit, compile and cover.


 MAKE SIAM MASCOT

 

 

 IMPORTANT DAYS

 

01 MAY 2025-31 DEC 2025

 

मई 2025 - भारतकोश, ज्ञान का हिन्दी महासागर 

E - magazine

Each student must make 10 slides ppt of their own chosen  topic

Relevant to class syllabus

Bio data must

 

IMPORTANT DAYS 

01 MAY 2025-31 DEC 2025 


मई 2025 - भारतकोश, ज्ञान का हिन्दी महासागर 

Xii 

Seminar on


(a)career option in the humanities

 

(b)career option in science

 

(c)career option in commerce

 script minimum 5 pages

On

What _

Why_

And

How_

Relevant to your choice

 

Skill

Interest

Personality

 

 MAKE SIAM MASCOT 

&

Bio data must

 

 



KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA OCF, CHANDIGARH

PROMOTION OF READING HABIT AMONG STUDENTS

Reading plays a crucial role in the academic and personal development of students. Promoting a reading habit among students is essential for their overall growth and development. Despite its importance, many students today are not as engaged in reading as they should be. Following are some benefits of reading habit among students, current challenges, and actionable recommendations.

 

Benefits of Reading

1.      Academic Performance: Students who have developed reading habits are tend to perform better in academic performance.

2.      Stress Reduction: Reading books can be a relaxing, which reduces stress and increases mental well-being.

3.      Cultural Awareness: Exposure to books of different places and authors increases students' understanding of different cultures and societies and peoples.

4.      Cognitive Development: Reading of books increases vocabulary, language skill, comprehension, and critical thinking skills.

5.      Emotional Intelligence: Reading of fiction and biography of famous personality can improve emotional intelligence of students.

Challenges: -

1.      Digital Distractions: The easy access of internet, social media and gadgets has reduced the interest of students of reading books.

2.      Lack of Interest: Many students have lack of interest in reading books. They don’t take reading as pleasurable activity.

3.      Reading Difficulties: Students with language barriers and with learning disabilities may struggle with reading.

 

Promoting reading habit is beneficial in academic success and personal growth of the students. These are some Library activities which are being conducted to encourage reading habits among Students:

1.      Book Fairs: Book fairs in the school premises may be arranged so the students can be exposed the wide range of books of different authors. It encourages students to explore different types of literature.

2.      Reading Clubs: Reading club and book clubs are formed where students can discuss about the books of their interests, they can share their thoughts, and may recommend books to each other.

3.      Use of Technology: Libraries should provide the students an online platform, like Audiobooks, provision of E_Books, availability of E_Resources in the library, use of educational apps, to make reading more interactive and accessible to students. Use of technology and E_Resources can make reading more engaging for tech-savvy students.

4.      Providing of Diverse Reading Materials: Libraries should provide a wide range of books and reading materials which can fulfill the different interests and reading levels of the students to keep them engaged.

5.      Incorporation of Reading into Curriculum: Reading activities should be incorporated into various subjects. Teachers should be encouraged to assign reading related tasks in the topic being taught.

6.      Book Reviews: Students should be told to write book review of the book which they have read. By writing book Review for the books the students have read can be encouraging the other students to read the same books.

7.      Bio Sketch Writing: Students should be given the biographies of eminent personalities and after reading they should write brief note on the famous personalities.

8.      Book Talk and Author Visit: Invite authors to speak at the school during assembly or any other suitable time where students can interact with them. Students can be inspired by hearing directly from authors and this can make reading more exciting.

 

By conducting these activities libraries can help inculcate lifelong love of reading.

·        Create a Reading Challenge: Organize a reading challenge where students set individual reading goals and track their progress. Offer rewards for achieving milestones to incentivize reading.

·        Set Aside Dedicated Reading Time: Allocate specific time during the school day for silent reading or reading-related activities. This establishes a routine and emphasizes the value of taking time for reading regularly.

·        Parental Involvement: Encourage parents to read with their children at home and support their reading habits. Organize family reading nights or workshops to emphasize the importance of reading as a shared activity.

·        Celebrate Reading Achievements: Recognize and celebrate students' reading accomplishments through awards, certificates, or public acknowledgments. Positive reinforcement can motivate students to continue reading.

·        Make Reading Fun: Choose engaging and age-appropriate books, organize reading-related games or contests, and incorporate creative activities like book-themed crafts or performances to make reading a fun and enjoyable experience for students.

·        By implementing these ideas and strategies, schools can play a significant role in nurturing a lifelong love for reading among students.

·        Promoting a reading habit among students is key to academic success and personal growth. Here are some ideas and strategies to encourage reading:

·        Create a Reading Culture: Establish reading corners in classrooms and libraries, organize book clubs, and celebrate reading achievements to foster a culture of reading in schools.

·        Set Reading Goals: Encourage students to set personal reading goals and track their progress. This can motivate them to read regularly and challenge themselves.

 

·        Reading Challenges: Organize reading challenges or competitions to spark students' interest in reading. This could include themes like mystery novels, biographies, or exploring different genres.

·        Author Visits and Book Fairs: Invite authors to speak at the school or organize book fairs to expose students to new books and inspire them to read more.

·        Incorporate Technology: Utilize audiobooks, e-books, and reading apps to accommodate different learning styles and make reading more accessible to students.

·        Reading Rewards: Implement a reward system for reaching reading milestones, such as certificates, badges, or small prizes, to incentivize reading.

·        Parental Involvement: Engage parents in promoting reading habits at home by providing reading recommendations, hosting family reading nights, or creating a parent-child book club.

·        Integrate Reading Across Subjects: Encourage teachers to incorporate reading activities into various subjects to show students the importance of reading beyond language arts.

·        Provide Reading Support: Offer reading support services for struggling readers, such as reading intervention programs or peer tutoring, to ensure that all students have the opportunity to develop their reading skills.

·        By implementing these strategies, schools can help instill a lifelong love of reading in students and foster a community of enthusiastic readers.





Tithi No.Tithi NameMeaning / Significance
1PratipadaBeginning of the fortnight
2DwitiyaSecond lunar day
3TritiyaThird lunar day
4ChaturthiGanesha Chaturthi, Sankashti
5PanchamiNag Panchami, Vasant Panchami
6ShashthiSkanda Shashthi
7SaptamiRatha Saptami
8AshtamiDurga Ashtami, Krishna Janmashtami
9NavamiRam Navami, Maha Navami
10DashamiVijaya Dashami
11EkadashiFasting day, highly auspicious
12DwadashiDay after Ekadashi
13TrayodashiPradosh Vrat
14ChaturdashiNaraka Chaturdashi, Shivratri
15Purnima / AmavasyaFull Moon (Purnima) / New Moon (Amavasya)

Paksha NameDescription
Shukla PakshaWaxing phase of the moon (New Moon to Full Moon)
Krishna PakshaWaning phase of the moon (Full Moon to New Moon)

🔹 Maas (Lunar Months)

There are 12 lunar months in the Hindu calendar:

Month NameApprox Gregorian PeriodKey Festivals / Notes
ChaitraMar–AprUgadi, Gudi Padwa, Ram Navami
VaishakhaApr–MayBuddha Purnima
JyeshthaMay–JunGanga Dussehra
AshadhaJun–JulGuru Purnima
ShravanaJul–AugRaksha Bandhan, Janmashtami
BhadrapadaAug–SepGanesh Chaturthi
AshwinSep–OctNavratri, Dussehra
KartikaOct–NovDiwali, Kartik Purnima
MargashirshaNov–DecGita Jayanti
PaushaDec–JanPaush Purnima
MaghaJan–FebMagha Purnima, Vasant Panchami
PhalgunaFeb–MarHoli, Maha Shivratri