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Priyanshu Joshi of class VII, Kendriya Vidyalay, IMA (Prem Nagar) for showing tremendous courage in saving his elder sister from a leopard on July 1, 2009. Priyanshu was on the way to school with his elder sister Priyanka when the leopard attacked his sister. Priyanshu showed tremendous courage and agility and began hitting the feline with his school bag. The Leopard turned his attention towards the boy and pounced on him. Priyanshu received a wound on his forehead but continued to hit the predator, forcing him to run away. Priyanshu said that he was very interested in Army life and wants to join Indian Military Academy after completion of school.…

The Stegosaurus was a dinosaur that lived about 150 million years ago during the Late Jurassic Period. Fossils of the Stegosaurus have been found in western North America and Europe. It was first named and discovered by Othniel Charles Marsh in 1877. The Stegosaurus was about the size of a bus, 30 feet long and 14 feet high. It probably weighed around 10,000 pounds! It is most famous for the diamond-shaped plates that are lined up and down its back. These plates could be as big as 2 feet by 2 feet. It also had 4 sharp spikes on its tail 2 to 3 feet long which is likely used for defence. The Stegosaurus walked on four legs and kept its head low to the ground while keeping its spiked…

Bacteria are a fascinating type of microorganism that play a large role in our lives whether we like it or not. Try growing your own sample of bacteria while monitoring how it reproduces in a short space of time. Compare your original sample with others and get proof that bacteria truly are everywhere! What you'll need: • Petrie dish of agar • Cotton buds • Some old newspaper (to wrap Petrie dish when disposing of) INSTRUCTIONS: 1.Prepare your Petrie dish of agar. 2.Using your cotton bud, swab a certain area of your house (i.e. collect a sample by rubbing the cotton bud on a surface of your choice). 3.Rub the swab over the agar with a few gentle strokes before putting the lid back on and sealing the Petrie dish.…

A telescope is an instrument used to see objects that are far away. Telescopes are often used to view the planets and stars. Some of the same optical technology that is used in telescopes is also used to make binoculars and cameras. Important properties of Telescopes 1. Light gathering ability - The better a telescope can gather light, the better you will be able to see far away stars and faint objects in the night sky. This feature is usually determined by the size of the aperture of the telescope. The larger the aperture, the more light the telescope can gather. 2. Magnification - The magnification of a telescope describes how much larger the telescope can make objects appear. There are two main types of telescopes. One type uses lenses…

Dear Friends, Mindfulness means paying full attention to something. It means slowing down to really notice what you're doing. Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you're mindful, you're taking your time. You're focusing in a relaxed, easy way. Being mindful helps you: • pay attention better • be less distractible • learn more • stay calm under stress • avoid getting too upset about things • slow down instead of rush • listen better to others • be more patient • get along better • feel happier and enjoy things more Source: Chelsea Life Skills…

William Friese-Greene, 7 September 1855 – 5 May 1921 was a prolific English inventor and professional photographer. He was known as a pioneer in the field of motion pictures, has devised a series of cameras in 1888–1891 and shot moving pictures with them in London. William Friese-Greene went on to patent an early twocolour filming process in 1905. Wealth came with inventions in printing, including phototypesetting and a method of printing without ink, and from a chain of photographic studios. Friese-Greene later pioneered stereoscopic and colour cinematography but lacked the technical knowledge necessary to bring his ideas to fruition.…

Teacher Thank You Week is celebrated during the first full week of June. Teachers are just so great that they get a whole week to savour our appreciation. Whether you have a teacher, know a teacher, or are a teacher, there are endless ways to give a little extra support to teachers and teacher's organizations. Teaching is known to be a time-consuming and challenging profession, so this week is our chance to say thank you to those that play or have played such a huge role in our lives. WHO DOESN’T HAVE A FOND MEMORY OF A TEACHER WHO INSPIRED US IN SOME WAY?…

• The successor to the Hubble Telescope is the James Webb Space Telescope. It is planned to be launched in 2021. • The first telescopes were used by sea merchants and the military. • Most observatories are built on mountaintops where the air is thinner and cleaner. • A lot of astronomers today work remotely from the actual telescope. They control the telescope using computers over the internet. • The largest refracting telescope in the world is located at Yerkes Observatory in Wisconsin.…

You can do this with an orange, an apple — or even something as tiny as a raisin. The idea is to really pay attention to what you are eating. Let's say you decide to do mindful eating with an orange. Your job is to eat the orange slowly, without rushing. You can do this mindful eating exercise with your eyes open or closed. 1. Start by holding your orange. Roll it in your hand. Notice how it feels. 2. Hold the orange near your nose. What does it smell like? Take a whiff of the bittersweet smell of the orange peel. 3. If you have your eyes open, notice how the orange looks. Pay attention to whether the skin is smooth or bumpy. If you hold it firmly, is…

Project Supplies: • Jar lid. • Rubber bands. • Thick craft sticks. • Hot glue gun and glue. • Optional - craft paint • or markers. This DIY banjo craft is such a fun activity for kids of all ages. And, it is a great way to get you interested in music. Plus, it really helps develop fine motor skills! GET READY Let’s get started on this cute little project! First, gather all of your supplies. This will make crafting a lot easier. Begin by painting or coloring your craft stick. I found colorful craft sticks at the local craft store. So I didn’t need to color mine. Then, paint the inside of the jar lid. Next, place five rubber bands on the jar lid. The jar lid is the…

In addition to looking incredibly cool, skateboarding is great for your health and a fun social outlet. Go out and practice your kickflip until you can nail it. There are some amazing health and social benefits to skateboarding that you might not know about. Not only does it help you burn calories as part of a great exercise routine, but it can also build core muscles in your legs and torso. Skateboarding is also an amazing stress reliever; many people who suffer from anxiety can use skateboarding to give them a sense of freedom and release. It can also keep your mind busy and encourage you to get outdoors when you aren’t in the greatest of moods.…

Ingredients • 2 large eggs • 1 package yellow rice mix, cooked and cooled • ½ cup grated mozzarella cheese • ¼ teaspoon salt • olive oil Directions 1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the rice, cheese, and salt and stir to combine well. 2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large sauté pan. Carefully place 1/3 cup of the rice mixture into the hot oil and use a spatula to flatten it into a patty. 3. Saute until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.…