Trip to Eco Forest (CAIE Primary)

On 7th February 2020, learners of Grade 1-3 went for an educational trip to Ecoforest at Palghar. It was a day-long experiential learning trip for the young learners. Besides being a welcoming retreat for nature lovers, the excursion proved to be an authentic experience in fostering a deeper understanding of where and how their food comes from, through education and hands-on experience. Acres of pristine natural environs were a visual treat for the learners. The learners were able to relate their knowledge about the edible parts of a plant in an empirical way. Students also learnt about innovative rice-farming techniques as they relished delectable organic food prepared by using home-grown vegetables and rice. Animated students were taken through a session on Warli Painting, a tribal art using paints made of rice powder. Eco-friendly ways of growing food were explored; this initiative by the school was organised to make the students more responsible, reflective and engaged with regard to community outreach.