Last week I attended a science exhibition at "Vidya Peet" Bala Vidya Mandir in Adyar. I was actually spellbound seeing the exhibits... what an innovation! The exhibition has both physical science and life science categories. The physical science section had projects that included experiments concerning electricity, motors, electrostatic induction and much more... The life science dealt with eco-friendly exhibits and working models of heart, lungs, DNA models, nervous system of human and even the digestive system of cow. One important exhibit that caught my attention was an integrated farming solution - an absolutely splendid model that integrated farming, poultry, apiculture and undoubtedly it bagged the first prize. As I listened to almost every project, I could understand the effort made by each student in making the visitors understand the underlying principle of their models. Their thoroughness in the subject was showcased by the fact that they were also in a position to tackle the questions posted by the visitors. In a way, it also helps to build their confidence.
After attending such programmes, I find that it inculcates certain values like awareness on global warming, pollution, recycling on the minds of both the kids and as well as the visitors. Hence such activities must be promoted as it encourages students to visualize the future of the world and help them become responsible citizens.
This is not the first exhibition I have attended but every time I visit such places I really feel that I have lot more to learn - the new ideas, the innovations, the thirst for creativity.... Never think that science is just for the kids; it has lot more to impart us...So next time you get an opportunity to visit such exhibitions better grab it!
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