THE GIVING TREE

CLASS:2 MONTH:FEBRUARY

As a part of their Library Literacy Programme, the students of Class 2, presented a role play based on the story ‘The Giving Tree,’ written by Shel Silverstein. This story, unfolds a series of events that portray the exploitation of trees by man and his realisation of the self-denial trait of trees. The programme was aimed at building confidence and enhancing communication skills of the students which is imperative for their holistic development. Through this play the students also wanted to create awareness about the need to save trees and protect our environment. The students of Class 2 were successful in bringing the characters to life through their acting prowess. They enthralled the audience and held them captivated throughout the act. The audience were left pondering over the selfish ways of man and his never ending wants that hurt the Mother Nature.