Hello, my dear little stars! Do you know there’s one day every year that’s all about you? Yes, you heard me right — it’s called Children’s Day, and it’s one of the happiest days in school!
Why do we celebrate Children’s Day?
Every year in India, Children’s Day is celebrated on November 14th. Do you want to know why this date is so important?
Well, November 14th is the birthday of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the very first Prime Minister of India. But he wasn’t just a great leader — he had a very big heart for children. He loved spending time with kids, listening to them, and watching them play.
Children loved him so much that they started calling him Chacha Nehru or Chachaji — isn’t that sweet?
Nehru and His Love for Children
Chacha Nehru believed children are like buds in a garden — small, beautiful, and full of promise. Just like a gardener carefully takes care of flowers, he felt that children should be nurtured with love, care, and education.
He once said,
Children are the future of the nation.That means YOU are the future — the ones who will grow up and make the world a better place. Isn’t that amazing?
How do we celebrate Children’s Day?
Now, this is the fun part! In many schools, children don’t have to do anything but enjoy — yes, really!
- Teachers perform songs, dances, and skits to entertain you.
- There are games, treats, music, and even some surprises!
- Sometimes you get yummy snacks and gifts too.
- And the best part? It’s a day full of laughter, smiles, and fun — just for YOU.
Why is it so special?
Because it reminds everyone — parents, teachers, and leaders — how important you are. It tells the world that children need to be loved, protected, and given the chance to grow strong and smart. So remember, Children’s Day is not just about fun. It’s also a day to celebrate who you are — bright, beautiful, and full of possibilities!
FAQs
Q: Who was Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru?
A: He was India’s first Prime Minister and was lovingly called Chacha Nehru because of his love for children.
Q: Why do we celebrate Children’s Day on November 14th?
A: It’s Chacha Nehru’s birthday, and we celebrate it to honor his love for children.
Q: What does ‘nurture’ mean?
A: It means to take good care of someone so they grow healthy and happy — just like we care for plants, we should care for children!
Q: What are some fun things we do on Children’s Day?
A: We enjoy cultural programs, games, sweets, music, and sometimes even gifts from our teachers and parents.
Q: Why are children called the “future of the nation”?
A: Because you’ll grow up to become tomorrow’s doctors, teachers, leaders, artists — everything! The future depends on you.
Take assessment:
1. Oral Comprehension Questions (Ask during or after reading aloud)
- Who is called Chacha Nehru?
- Why do we celebrate Children’s Day?
- When is Children’s Day celebrated?
- What did Nehru say about children?
- What happens in your school on Children’s Day?
2. Fill in the Blanks
- Children’s Day is celebrated on __________.
- Jawaharlal Nehru was fond of children and __________.
- Children are the __________ of the nation.
- We call Jawaharlal Nehru as __________ Nehru.
- Nehru’s birthday is on __________.
| A | B |
| Children’s Day | November 14 |
| Jawaharlal Nehru | First Prime Minister |
| Chacha Nehru | Loved children |
| Children | Future of the nation |
4. Rearrange the Words to Make Sentences
- are / the / nation / of / children / the / future
→ Children are the future of the nation. - on / November 14 / Children’s Day / is / celebrated
→ Children’s Day is celebrated on November 14. - Nehru / fond / was / of / children
→ Nehru was fond of children.
5. Answer the Following Questions
(For short written answers)
- What do children call Jawaharlal Nehru?
- What did Nehru say about children?
- What do children do on Children’s Day in school?
- Why is Nehru’s birthday special?
6. Vocabulary Based
a. Word Meanings – Match or fill in
- Tribute – _______ (respect)
- Affection – _______ (love)
- Nurture – _______ (take care)
- Bud – _______ (baby flower)
b. Plural Formation
- bud → ______
- child → ______
- gift → ______
7. Letter Fill-ins (for phonics/spelling practice)
- Ch__ldr__n
- b__ds
- str__ngth
- t__m__rr__w
8. Jumbled Letter Words
- tfig → ______ (gift)
- esor → ______ (rose)
- yad → ______ (day)
9. True or False Statements
- Nehru was called Dada Nehru.
- Children’s Day is in November.
- Nehru loved playing with children.
- Children are the past of the country.
10. Speaking/Oral Questions (Interactive Assessment)
- Can you say one sentence about Chacha Nehru?
- What do you like the most about Children’s Day?
- How do you celebrate Children’s Day in your home or school?
11. Short Sentence Writing
- Write a sentence about Children’s Day.
- Write a sentence about Jawaharlal Nehru.
- Write one thing you enjoy on Children’s Day.
12. Creative Expression
- Draw and color what you do on Children’s Day.
- Make a birthday card for Chacha Nehru.
- Create a small invitation to a Children’s Day party.
13. Listening Activity
Teacher reads out:
Nehru was born on November 14.
Then asks:
- What is the date?
- Who was born?
14. Calendar & Festival Identification
- Match festivals to dates (e.g. Children’s Day → November 14)
- Which month do we celebrate:
- Teacher’s Day?
- Gandhi Jayanti?
- Children’s Day?