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Sunday 8 November 2026

A day of movement, laughter and little challenges at Ashwas Bhavan

Facilitated by Devika Murali

What the work needed: people, time, money, space and materials.
What went in
- Led a movement session for girls aged four to ten - Adapted activities to suit different ages, abilities and attention spans - Used flexibility and improvisation to encourage participation
Time
1.3 hours

What was done with those inputs, step by step.

On Sunday, Nov. 8, a movement session for girls took place at Ashwas Bhavan, Mattancherry. The children were aged four to ten. They brought different energy levels, attention spans and abilities.

Finding activities everyone could enjoy took flexibility and improvisation. The session was full of excitement, playful mischief and laughter. Keeping the group engaged was a challenge and a joy. Each child could take part in her own way.

Working with children means plans do not always go as expected. Sometimes, unexpected moments become opportunities for play and connection.

What changed for the people who took part, and what showed it.

The girls took part in a lively session filled with movement, laughter and playful interaction. Their excitement and energy were visible throughout, while adapting activities helped create opportunities for each child to join in.

(We observed it)

What the team will keep or change next time.

A mixed-age group needs flexibility and patience. It also needs activities that can be adapted. The session was a reminder that unexpected moments can create opportunities for joy and connection.

TopicDance ClubThudippu Dance FoundationDevika MuraliAshwasa Bhavan

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