April 11th Balakendra Class Update

Apr 12, 2010 by varsha

Dear Parents,

Today's class was as follows:

In addition to the usual opening prayers:

1) Younger Group did M for mindfulness. A story was also told to illustrate this value. The younger kids also did coloring of Mother Saraswati's picture.

2) Middle and Older Groups covered next chapter of Bala Kanda from Ramayana-- the virtuous nature of Sri Rama and how attractive that made him and Dasharatha deciding to coronate Ram as king and joy of the citizens when they heard the news. The message was: THE BEST DECORATION ANY PERSON CAN HAVE IS TO HAVE GOOD QUALITIES, MORE BEAUTIFUL THAN FINE CLOTHES OR JEWELS. Good qualities make a person very attractive like Lord Rama became.

The Middle and Older Groups were led in Hatha Yoga style breathing and relaxation exercises.

3) We reviewed the Questions of the Week that Cyber Auntie, Varsha Govindani, has been asking via email. Kids who participated were recognized and rewarded.

4) Coins for Haiti will continue through April and May--Lalitha will continue to update all. Please encourage the kids to keep sharing. A small amount can make a big difference.

5) Look out for Upcoming Special Events at www.balakendra. org-- next two events are the May East Bay Children's Satsang and End of Year Picnic and Holi Celebration. Varsha Govindani will be circulating the details of events and classes. Please mark your calendars for the Distribution of Certificates for all Students and Special Trophies for 80% or greater attendance during the May 23rd session.

Next class is April 25. Nishant Nair is scheduled to lead the pledge.

We are now scheduling hosts for the East Bay Children's Satsangs for Fall of 2010. The dates are as follows: Sept 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, and Dec 3. Please let me know if you are interested in hosting.

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