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Significance of the 5 Days of Diwali Festival

Diwali, also called Deepavali, is a meaningful festival in India. The glorious festival of Diwali is celebrated with great satisfaction and vitality. During this time, individuals beautify their homes with diyas and lights, make lovely rangolis, purchase new apparel, greet people, exchange gifts, rejoice in the flavorful treats, and much more.

October 18, 2022

Earth And The Layers of the Atmosphere

How does planet Earth sustain life even after receiving Ultraviolet Radiation from the sun? Why is the sky dark even during the daytime in Mercury? Why do some planets have extreme day and night temperatures? The answer to all questions lies in the thin band of air wrapped around our Earth like a protective blanket, the atmosphere.

October 17, 2022

Earth and its Climate

Climate is a weather pattern that persists in a particular area for a longertime, typically a few years. There are different types of climatesin different parts of the world. Some have icy polar caps and experience extremely low temperatures, while some tropical areas have a hot climate, and some coastal areas are humid and windy.

October 17, 2022

What Can We Do To Make Our Planet A Better Place?

Our planet Earth originated about four billion years ago; since then, it has stood the test of time. Human actions have negatively impacted our environment since the dawn of civilization and our planet has survived all the environmental troubles.

October 11, 2022

How Does Overpopulation Affect Our Planet?

As of September 2022, and as per the most recent United Nations estimates, the current world population is approximately 7.97 billion! When it comes to countries by population, China comes first with a population of about 1,425,887,337. India holds second place amongst the most populated countries, with a population of around 1,417,173,173.

October 11, 2022

The History Of The Earth & How Old Is Our Planet!

The blue and green planet in space. The planet that we live on carries a long history behind it. The Earth went through a lot of geological, biological and natural changes. It has witnessed a change over of years, from the first living organism to dinosaurs to humans. After all this, you might wonder what Earth’s history is and how old our planet is?

October 11, 2022

Global Warming - A Threat To Humankind

Global Warming - Two words that we have been hearing for quite some time! We are already experiencing the consequences of Global Warming, which makes it essential for us to understand what and how exactly global warming is making an impact without our awareness.

October 11, 2022

Fossil Forms and Facts

One of the most common power sources, fossil fuels, have been excessively used, from power plants to factories to vehicles around us. The word fossils from the word fossil fuels come from the Latin word 'fossilis' meaning, 'unearthed.'

October 11, 2022

Fire and Ice: Glaciers and Volcanic Activity

Fire and Ice. They are the primary elements of Earth and the indicators that represent the life balance on Earth. 'Fire' is represented by the hot and fiery Volcanoes, and the cool and calm Glaciers represent 'Ice.' In the current situation, this balance is off its course, primarily due to Global Warming!

October 11, 2022

Environmental Awareness & Sustainable Living

Our population today stands at more than 7 billion people, and the waste and resources we all discard and consume are growing at a pace that's not healthy for the planet. As we increasingly battle challenges like global warming, sustainable living has become the need of the hour.

October 11, 2022

Connection between Earthquakes and Tsunamis

We have either heard about, witnessed, or have been affected by natural disasters - especially the popular ones like Earthquakes and Tsunamis. Sometimes, we hear about them on the news. Sometimes, we have our loved ones affected by them. And sometimes, we are the ones who have experienced natural disasters firsthand.

October 11, 2022

Earth & The Solar System

We all have gazed at the night sky to feast on the divine beauty of the universe. We've been curious about the vast expanse of the universe and its superior collection of unique planets and radiant stars. Today, let's embark on an exciting journey of learning something new about our home in the galaxy- Our Earth and The Solar System.

October 11, 2022

Long-Term Effects of Deforestation on the Planet

The world of civilization is expanding immensely. Because of this, we are exploiting our resources to meet the demands of an ever-increasing population. In the process, we overlook significant crisis, whose effects can be more catastrophic than any natural disaster we have encountered.

October 11, 2022

Dussehra 2022 - Things To Do

After 2 years of lockdown, Indians are all set to celebrate the joyous festival of Dussehra in its true spirit. Dussehra, known as Dasara and Vijayadashami in various parts of the nation, is perhaps the most sublime Hindu festival. We celebrate Dussehra to signify the victory of good over evil, where the effigies of Ravana are burnt.

October 04, 2022

Lessons That Mahatma Gandhi Taught Us

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi is prevalently known as Mahatma Gandhi. He was signified as "Mahatma," which means, Great Soul, by the poet Rabindranath Tagore since his commitment to acquiring change in India was magnificent. Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated in India on October 2 annually to mark Mahatma Gandhi's birthday.

September 28, 2022

Significance of the 9 Colours of Navratri

Aye Halo….because the festival of colours, energetic vibes and dandiya-garba night is coming soon. Navratri calls for a nine days celebration starting from 26th September this year. The most vigorous and the nine avatars of Goddess Durga are visible during Navratri in all parts of India.

September 15, 2022

Significance Of Online Learning Day

National Online Learning Day is celebrated on September 15th throughout the world. Online learning day is a fairly recent addition to the curated calendar days, owing to the growing popularity of online learning over the past few years.

September 09, 2022

Significance Of Teachers' Day

Every year September 5th gives us an opportunity to thank those who guide us on the right path; our mentors and our teachers. Teachers' Day in India is celebrated on 5th September to celebrate the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.

September 02, 2022

Significance Of Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi is a festival widely celebrated in Maharashtra and some other parts of India. The festival brings together followers of Lord Ganesha who is known for his wisdom and compassion.

August 26, 2022

Importance Of National Sports Day

In India, we celebrate the National Sports Day on August 29th every year. It marks the birth anniversary of our veteran hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. He was a name synonymous with excellence in the Indian and International hockey circuit.

August 26, 2022

The Learning Lobby Carving Your Own Unique Path

The age old cliché of being true to yourself is honestly the best way to be. We never truly realise how gifted and special we are unless we learn to appreciate our uniqueness.

August 19, 2022

Significance Of World Photography Day

Photographs have their own charm. Often clicked to seize a moment, the still pictures always tell a story or relive old and cloaked moments. A photo album is a happy bag of emotions that instantly jolts our memory.

August 19, 2022

Celebrating 75th year of Freedom

The Independence Day in 2022 marks India’s 75th year of Independence. Our freedom struggle against British rule is a landmark movement in world history and as a nation we have grown from strength to strength ever since.

August 11, 2022

‘Scan Anything’ by Practically is now a patented technology

Practically is the first and the only EdTech company in the world to introduce the innovative AI led ‘Scan Anything’ feature, which brings learning alive from books and everyday objects around us.

August 11, 2022

People Who Changed The World : Sir Alexander Fleming

Inventions have helped us lead longer, healthier and convenient lives. While we often talk about wonderful innovation and discoveries done in the world of technology,

August 05, 2022

Significance Of Friendship Day

Haven’t we heard that ‘friends are the family we choose’? When allowed to tread in the world on our own, we create special bonds that are outside our biological support zone.

August 05, 2022

World Nature Conservation Day

Nature is a gift and very often we end up taking it for granted. Water, air and soil play an important role in keeping us nourished.

July 29, 2022

People Who Changed The World : Henry Ford

Henry Ford carved a niche for himself in the automobile industry with his innovations. He was an American businessman and the founder of the very popular Ford Motor Company.

July 29, 2022

Soil: An Important Layer on Earth’s Crust

Soil is the topmost layer of Earth. It is the warehouse of nutrients, life forms, and water. It plays an essential role in supporting life on Earth.

July 29, 2022

Ozone layer: Know All About The Ozone

There are multiple levels to the Earth's atmosphere. The troposphere, the lowest layer, stretches from the Earth's surface to about 6 miles (10 km) in altitude.

July 29, 2022

Cosmic Saga : Chandrayaan 2 and its advent to the moon

Chandrayaan-1 was India's first ambitious lunar mission under the same programme.

July 22, 2022

Significance Of Parents Day

We love and treasure our parents the most but at times we forget how hard they work for us to keep us safe, happy and secure.

July 22, 2022

Cosmic Saga : Unique July Sightings

July has been an adventurous month for NASA. The internet has been buzzing with some of the most fascinating images of the cosmic cliffs and blistering stars.

July 15, 2022

World Youth Skills Day : Transforming Youth Skills For The Future

Famous British historian and author once said, “Never tell a young person that anything cannot be done.”

July 15, 2022

Significance of Guru Purnima

A teacher is our friend, philosopher and guide. In India, since ancient times teachers have been revered for their dedication to learning.

July 8, 2022

World Chocolate Day Special : Flavours From Around The World

The sight of a chocolate bar can bring a smile to our face, after all chocolates are a wonderful treat to receive.

July 8, 2022

Trivia Time : World Social Media Day Special

We all are used to staying connected with our friends and receiving their life updates through social media.

July 1, 2022

Why most Indian Edtech companies have failed to bring the ‘tech’ element in Edtech’

Technology has played a strong role in revolutionizing most key sectors that aid human survival.

July 1, 2022

Significance Of World Music Day

Music is a language that unites all of us. We may or may not even understand the language when we hear someone sing but the tune and the rhythm gets us grooving or touched nevertheless.

June 24, 2022

People Who Changed The WorldPaul Broca

Paul Broca, was born on 28th June, 1824, He was a renowned surgeon who also helped develop modern physical anthropology in France.

June 24, 2022

International Yoga Day Special: Bring Yoga Into Your Everyday Life

The ancient Indian form of Yoga has become a global phenomena today and not without a reason.

June 24, 2022

Significance of Father’s Day

June 19th is celebrated as Father’s Day in most countries, it is a day to cherish the beautiful paternal bond.

June 17, 2022

Unearthing the Majesty of the Victoria Falls

The ancient Indian form of Yoga has become a global phenomena today and not without a reason.

June 17, 2022

The Back To School Excitement Is Here!

Learning is fun and schools bear testimony to this fact. A walk down the school hallway and sharing lunch boxes is the most exciting time of every student’s life.

June 10, 2022

World Ocean’s Day Special
Significance & Fun Facts

World Ocean Day is celebrated on June 8th, 2022. This day is celebrated every year to spread awareness about the oceans.

June 10, 2022

Celebrating National Cheese Day

Say ‘Cheese’ and enjoy your piece too! Who doesn’t enjoy a slice of cheese either with their sandwiches or with their pasta or lavishly spread on their pizza.

June 03, 2022

Significance Of The World Environment Day

World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5th every year. The significance of this day is to ensure that we are in tune with the importance of the environment

June 03, 2022

5 Tips For Well Being

Well-being is a sense of mental and emotional fulfillment for all people. It is important to practice healthy living habits for emotional and mental well being.

May 27, 2022

People Who Changed The World Homi Bhabha

Homi Jehangir Bhabha, born on 30th October 1909, was an Indian nuclear physicist.

May 27, 2022

Metaverse: The marketing game changer is here!

Remember games like ‘Second Life’ or the sci-fi rollercoaster – Ready Player One?

May 20, 2022

People Who Changed The World Father of ‘Modern India’

Raja Ram Mohan Roy is a revolutionary figure in Indian history.

May 20, 2022

The Powerful History of Parthenon, Greece

Parthenonis an ornament of Athens in Greece that has survived for centuries.

May 20, 2022

People Who Changed The World Mark Zuckerberg

Mark Zuckerberg is an internet proprietor who created the revolutionary app, Facebook. Born on May 14th 1984, he is known as the American media magnate.

May 13, 2022

Significance Of National Technology Day

May 11th is celebrated as the National Technology Day and commemorates the brightest Indian minds who have made remarkable progress in the field of science and technology.

May 13, 2022

People Who Changed the World
The Literary Genius - Rabindranath Tagore

A man of many talents and a literary prodigy, Rabindranath Tagore carved a distinct identity for himself. Born on 7th May 1861, he showed his inclination towards arts and literature from a very young age.

May 06, 2022

Significance of International Mother’s Day

A mother’s touch is warm and comforting, we are always relying on the three letter word, “mom” for absolutely everything at most times.

May 06, 2022

Significance of International Jazz Day

The Jazz Appreciation Month is here. It was many years ago that April was celebrated as the world’s largest celebration of jazz music and this was specifically introduced by the United Nations Educational, Scientific

April 29, 2022

The Learning Lobby Chasing Your Dreams And Passions

Dream is a five letter word that can be comforting and appalling at the same time. The otherwise mundane realities of our lives

April 24, 2022

Blended Learning Will Be the Way Forward For the Education Sector

The tectonic shift towards digitization over the past few years has brought the future closer.Additionally, owing to the pandemic, the combination of being homebound and socially distant compelled

April 15, 2022

Holiday Fun Returns At Practically With Free Online Summer Workshop

Kids are always brimming with energy, searching for something new they can dabble with when summer and the long vacations come.

April 14, 2022

Celebrity Endorsement In EdTech - Boon Or A Bane

Celebrities are known to have a significant impact on audiences worldwide, but the craze is seemingly higher amongst Indians especially towards Bollywood or Cricket.

April 08, 2022

The Learning Lobby-Navigating Peer Influence

Peer influence simply put is when you choose to do something because you want to fit in.

April 08, 2022

The Heritage of Chichén Itza, Mexico

Chichén Itzá is a ruined ancient Maya city in Mexico's Yucatán state that covers about 4 square miles (10 square kilometers)

April 05, 2022

Top 5 Unheard and Amazing Facts About Space

Despite advances in finding life beyond Earth, space remains largely unknown to us. It never ceases to fascinate us.

April 01, 2022

People Who Changed The World

It's hard to understate the genius of Albert Einstein. As one of the world's foremost physicists, his discoveries forever changed the way we see not just our world but the entirety of the universe.

March 24, 2022

How Learning To Code Will Empower Children?

The past two years have accelerated digitization laying a heavy emphasis on technology. Understanding the current needs of students,

March 24, 2022

Holi And The Beautiful Colour Galore

The beautiful festival of Holi is known as a colorful festival of India. It symbolizes the oncoming of spring and the triumph of honesty and resilience, it is also a day of celebration and happiness.

March 17, 2022

Pi Day 2022 - Understanding the 'Life of Pi' & Some Amazing Facts

March 14 marks Pi Day, an annual celebration of the mathematical sign pi. Founded in 1988 by physicist Larry Shaw,

March 17, 2022

The Incredible Temple Of Artemis

Did you know that The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus may have been the first-ever building that was constructed of Marble! It was built by Architect Chersiphron which was located in Seluck/İzmi, Turkey.

March 16, 2022

5 Foolproof Exam Hacks To Know

A month or two away from the exam dates and we begin to enter panic mode. Panicking only escalates as we near the final exam dates.

March 11, 2022

Top Indian Women Who Were Firsts In Their Fields

From science to literature, sports to space, Indian women have demonstrated their abilities everywhere! India has an abundance of determined female leaders who have made history through their stellar achievements.

March 11, 2022

The Fascinating Mystery Behind the Pink Lakes of Australia

When we think of a water body, we generally associate it with the colour blue, right? But what if we told you that there are some lakes in the world which are pink in colour!

March 8, 2022

Practically has acquired world’s most widely used school ERP Fedena

We are thrilled to announce that Practically has acquired Fedena (Foradian Technologies Pvt Ltd), world’s most widely used ERP.

March 4, 2022

The Breath-taking Architecture In The Ancient City Of Petra

Have you ever wondered how our ancestors lived? The answer is – in elaborately decorated cities like Petra! The main entrance to Petra,

March 4, 2022

The Fascinating Story Of The Great Wall Of China

Considered one of the most remarkable architectural marvels in history, The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications

March 4, 2022

The Learning Lobby: 5 Simple Tips To Increase Focus And Productivity

Focus is one of the most important skills and it inarguably determines our future success. In the era of multitasking, staying focused on one key task will enable you to get things done faster and more productively.

February 25, 2022

Everything You Need To Know About The National Science Day 2022

Science & technology is rapidly improving, offering new innovations and revolutionary projects every year.

February 25, 2022

What is Wordle & How to play it?

Wordle is a game that has taken the internet world by the storm. It is fun and tests your rapid thinking abilities.

February 18, 2022

Easy tips to ace your exams

We are nearing the time ofexams and students are preparing themselves for one of the most important exams of their lives.

February 18, 2022

Around The World Four Strange Monuments To Know

We all have heard of the pristine Taj Mahal and the magnificent Eiffel Tower. All our history textbooks have spoken of famous monuments that have been skillfully built but none have spoken of the bizarre monuments that are funny and amusing at the same time.

February 10, 2022

The Inquisitive Series : Tough Words Made Easy

Kids just love playing quizzes! You can teach them a lot with these games. The best part is – they will not even notice that they are learning new words.

February 10, 2022

Science Be Crazy: Understanding The Moon Cycle

Every month Earth's moon goes through its phases, waning and waxing in its constant transformation from new moon to full moon and back again.

February 2, 2022

Around The World : Three Most Unique Museums To Visit

We have heard of the Lourve for the famous painting of Mona Lisa and we know the famous Museum of Modern Art

February 2, 2022

Significance of the Indian Constitution

On 26th January, 2022, India celebrated its 73rd Republic Day. The Republic Day each year is a constant reminder of becoming a completely independent nation

February 4, 2022

The Fun World Of Science Asteroids - The Amazing Space Rocks

At first glance, looking at a bunch of space rocks doesn’t sound that exciting. What use can these asteroids be off in understanding the Solar System

January 28, 2022

The Fun World of Science
Why Does The Sky Change Colours?

Whether a nature lover or not, the ever changing sky colour will still catch your fancy. While gazing at the wide blue blanket that engulfs our planet

January 28, 2022

Importance Of Stress Management

Stress is a dreaded four letter word that has become a generational curse for us. We are constantly multitasking, running on the hamster's wheel from morning until night.

January 17, 2022

The Enticing World Of Children’s Literature

Books are a passport that help us travel to far off places from the comfort of our homes. They teach us, guide us and help us understand life from various perspectives.

January 07, 2022

THE CURIOSITY SERIES: Understanding Fire

We all know that if you gather up a bunch of dry twigs, grass, and leaves and put a lit match to them, they’ll burn.

January 07, 2022

5 New Year Resolutions For Students To Follow in 2022

It is believed that time flies and we couldn’t agree more since 2021 has passed by with the blink of an eye.

January 07, 2022

Learn About The Significance of Jan 2: The Science Fiction Day

Celebrated on January 2nd every year, Science Fiction Day is a day that celebrates the engaging world of science fiction.

December 30, 2021

Gear Up For The Big Christmas Trivia

Christmas is here and the excitement of kids is at its peak! Why not use this festivity as an opportunity to test how much we really know about Christmas?

December 24, 2021

4 Fun Christmas Traditions From Around The World

Christmas is undoubtedly the most joyous time of the year. Winters are gorgeous and there is a magical coziness in the air.

December 24, 2021

Take The Word Power Quiz N-Z

Regular practice is the best way to improve your English vocabulary. Our quick quiz can help add variety to your language learning.

December 17, 2021

Manage Your Time And Energy More Efficiently

Work-life balance essentially means a leveled approach between work and other life roles. It allows you to live a fulfilling personal life, professional life, and family life.

December 17, 2021

Word Power Knowledge Quiz: Words Beginning with A-M

Improving your vocabulary is no longer a daunting task. Systematic effort and regular practice tests can help with improving one's vocabulary.

December 10, 2021

The fascinating world of left handers

Isn’t it amazing, how most of us are comfortable writing and playing sports with our right hand and there are some amongst us who are complete left handers?

December 10, 2021

Importance Of A Healthy Work Life Balance

A major chunk of our day is dedicated to our work lives. As we grow older our inclination towards work increases over most activities.

December 2, 2021

Four Amazing Health Benefits of Winters

Winters are around the corner, temperatures are dropping, and chances are that it’ll get even colder. What most of us would want to do is to stay cozy indoors with a mug of hot tea

November 25, 2021

The Best Board Games From Around the World

A healthy mix of indoor and outdoor activities is a necessity for everyone. From earlier days, families and friends would get together to entertain themselves via various games, played in different parts of the world.

November 25, 2021

Get Ready To Witness The Longest Partial Lunar Eclipse in Over 500 Years

On November 19, the Moon was covered by the Earth’s shadow and we were able to witness a breathtaking and captivating sight of a partial lunar eclipse

November 25, 2021

Importance of Vedic Maths

Do you dread the sight of numbers and signs? Or do you love learning and solving math problems? Either way Vedic Maths is an ancient science of problem solving that has proven to be one of the most effective in strengthening your understanding of Mathematics.

November 19, 2021

Significance of National Children’s Day

Children’s Day or Bal Diwas is celebrated on 14th November every year on account of Jawaharlal Nehru’s birthday, the first Prime Minister of India.

November 12, 2021

The Mind-Blowing Story Behind The Pyramids Of Giza

In 1842, Karl Richard Lepsius identified 67 pyramids in the first modern list of pyramids in Giza, Egypt. Since then, many more have been uncovered.

November 12, 2021

Get Ready To Witness Multiple Meteor Showers In November

November brings the opportunity to witness multiple meteor showers that are set to illuminate and grace the night sky throughout the month.

November 4, 2021

Celebrate World Tongue Twister Day

Did you know, there is a day dedicated to the fun ol’ tongue twisters and it’s celebrated on the second Sunday of November!

November 4, 2021

Significance of Diwali: The Celebratory Festival of Lights

The sunny Indian summers and the beautiful monsoon rains pave way to the much-awaited winters and the onset of the bright and colourful festive season.

October 31, 2021

Top 3 Diwali DIY Craft Ideas To Add Fun To Your Diwali

One of the most widely celebrated Indian festivals, Diwali is almost here. Diwali is celebrated to honor and celebrate the return of Lord Rama and the triumph of good over evil.

October 29, 2021

The Origins Of The Marvelous Terracotta Army

The terracotta army near the city of Xi'an in China's Shaanxi province might not be what you exactly think it is. Sure, it is collection of neatly sculpted Terracotta soldiers.

October 21, 2021

All About Dussehra and The Stories Behind The Festival

Vijayadashami/Dussehra/Dasara/Dashain is a one of the major festivals celebrated primarily by Hindus in India and Nepal and falls on the tenth day which marks the end of the 9 day Navratri period.

October 12, 2021

How big data analytics can shape EdTech in India

Companies that provide quality online education use data to provide analytics to teachers and parents.

October 11, 2021

World Mental Health Day 2021: Importance of Mental Health of Children

When we think of mental health, we think of adults and the stresses in their lives that cause strain on their emotional wellbeing.

October 07, 2021

3 Easy DIY Crafts To Make Studying Super Fun

Experts say that hands-on, active learning is the most effective way to teach students.

October 01, 2021

Remembering Mahatma Gandhi: Father of The Nation

Popularly known as the 'Father of the Nation', Mahatma Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869 as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi in Porbandar, Gujarat.

September 30, 2021

Moment Marketing: Opportunistic or Clever Thinking?

Given the clutter that every marketer has to comprehend, brand managers are constantly on the lookout for innovative ideas to keep generating TOM (top of mind recall) for their brands.

September 29, 2021

Autumnal Equinox 2021 Is Here!

The next season is upon us! The September (or autumnal) equinox is the beginning of the astronomical autumn season in the Northern Hemisphere and astronomical spring season in the Southern Hemisphere.

September 23, 2021

World Rhino Day: Let's Save The Rhinos!

Rhinos are big, bulky, and absolutely brilliant. These mighty creatures are some of the biggest animals in the world and are known for their awesome

September 23, 2021

All About The Magnificent Colosseum

Have you heard of gladiator games? These games were played in the Roman Empire as early as 250 BC and were a major source of amusement for the Roman population.

September 21, 2021

Practically Becomes World’s First Edtech Company to Launch ‘Scan Anything’ Feature

September 16, 2021

How to ace NEET 2021!

The National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2021 has been scheduled for September 12, 2021.

September 15, 2021

Unlock-Lock-Unlock: New Marketing Tactics for the New Normal

Since the emergence of the pandemic, the advertising world has changed for marketers and brands.

September 7, 2021

Practically Launches Free Teacher App On Teachers’ Day

On the occasion of Teachers’ Day, Practically has launched a teacher app as a part of the Practically School Solution (PSS) suite.

September 7, 2021

Practically Wishes All Teachers a Happy Teachers Day

In 1967, a beloved teacher’s students and friends approached him and requested him to allow them to celebrate his birthday.

September 2, 2021

Animals That Are Unique Beyond Your Imagination

With almost 7.77 million animal species on our home planet, it's an undeniable fact that the animal kingdom is a diverse place, full of unheard of and amusing species.

September 2, 2021

The Science Behind The Leaning Tower Of Pisa

Did you know that the name of the town of Pisa comes from a Greek word meaning ‘marshy land’?

August 30, 2021

5 Winning Words from the Scripps National Spelling Bee

The Scripps National Spelling Bee is an annual spelling bee which has been held in the United States since 1925. The bee is a not-for-profit run by The E. W. Scripps Company.

August 30, 2021

All About The Moon At Apogee

The moon's orbit isn't actually circular and that is why the distance between the Moon and Earth varies throughout its regular monthly rotation.

August 26, 2021

Get Ready To Witness The Glorious Sight Of The Blue Moon

There’s something special and spectacular about witnessing a blue moon, which is actually blue in colour, not just in name.

August 19, 2021

5 Incredibly Fun Tongue Twisters For Kids

Remember reciting she sells seashells on the seashore repeatedly when you were young? That’s a Tongue Twister!

August 17, 2021

India's 75th Independence Day Celebration: A Tribute To The Spirit of Freedom Struggle

On 15th August, India religiously celebrates Independence Day all across the country.

August 12, 2021

5 Words That Can Be Pronounced In Two Different Ways

You may have heard many words pronounced differently by different people. Sometimes it has to do with their nationalities, states or even just how they have most often heard it pronounced.

August 12, 2021

Changing Trends in EdTech Marketing

In what has probably been the biggest change in EdTech marketing, today every player wants to be a ‘Brand’ and more importantly behave like one! With the pandemic firmly establishing the trend of blended learning,

August 12, 2021

5 of the Hardest Words to Spell in the English Language

Based on a global survey conducted by Statista.com, English is labelled as the most common language spoken worldwide in the year 2021.

August 5, 2021

Unbelievable New Words Added to the Dictionary in 2021

Language is a mode of communication that reflects our culture in the words we use. They can help us communicate what we feel clearly. Oftentimes, major events also give rise to various words.

July 28, 2021

5 Interesting Facts About India That You Had No Idea About

India is a country with a population of over 1.3 billion, which makes it the 2nd most populous country in the world.

July 28, 2021

Don't Miss The Delta-Aquariids Meteor Shower

About 50 tons of space debris hit Earth every day, while some of them shyly vanish into the atmosphere, some display a glorious cosmic saga, known as a meteor shower.

July 22, 2021

Spatial Reasoning Puzzles for Kids

Spatial intelligence is the ability to understand two and three-dimensional images and objects. Spatial reasoning and perception activities require the exercise of the right side of the brain.

July 22, 2021

Summer Learning Keeps Students Engaged During the Pandemic

The pandemic is still on the rampage in India and children have been at home now for more than a year. Students were looking forward to enjoying these summer holidays travelling with family since last year was spent home bound.

July 19, 2021

Coding will be a game-changer in 2021

We revel in the benefits brought about by the advancement of technology, more so during the last year when it was helped us remain in prolonged periods of lockdown.

July 19, 2021

Top 4 Unknown Facts Of The World

Out of 8 planets in our solar system and around 10,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 planets in our universe (observable), how legendary is it to live in a planet that is home to myriads of life forms with a hospitable blanket of atmosphere that keeps life going in the universe?

July 16, 2021

10 Anagram Word Puzzles for Kids

Puzzles can have a profound impact on your child's development. Puzzles develop your child's critical-thinking skills crucial for mastery of other skills. Puzzles can also help children with pattern recognition, memory, and both gross and fine motor skills.

July 16, 2021

3 Biggest & Strangest Mysteries About Planet Earth

We will say a word, and you will have to name the most precise and accurate pictures that come to your mind after hearing that spooky word.

July 8, 2021

Fun Math Riddles to Tickle Your Brain

Solving puzzles is fun and helps us learn. Math puzzles for kids are especially useful as they give your child’s learning a boost in many ways and help them engage with numbers (and enjoy it!) from a young age.

July 8, 2021

5 Mind-bending Logical Puzzles

Do you enjoy fun and challenging logical puzzles? Over the next few weeks, we will bring you a number of posts in our new Tickle Your Brain series to entertain and enlighten!

July 2, 2021

Mind-Blowing Science Facts For Kids

Generally, when we talk about science to school-going kids, these are the most common images that come to their minds.

July 1, 2021

Know All About The Strawberry Moon Practically

This year is a busy year for astronomy enthusiasts and sky gazers as it is lined up with a number of spectacular and unusual cosmic events.

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Learn Practically With The All New And Improved Proton

Many good memories involving studying at school include group study with friends! It makes learning efficient and enjoyable.

June 24, 2021

Learn All About Summer Solstice Practically

This year is full of notable astronomical events and we are excited to bring you another such rare occurrence in our latest episode of Cosmic Saga.

June 18, 2021

Ace Your Exams Practically with the New Study Plan Feature

Most of us struggle to manage our schedules, but to achieve our goals, one must make a realistic plan and stick to it! A study plan is a schedule to help you organize study times and outline learning goals.

June 17, 2021

Solar Eclipse Explained Practically: The Beauty & Science of Eclipses

An eclipse is indeed a spectacular sight where the Moon casts a dark shadow that plummets you into incredible dusk and the bizarre and extraordinarily beautiful halo is reflected.

June 11, 2021

Upskilling for Success Practically

Skill means the ability to do a particular work with perfection. Learning new skills gives you fulfillment in life whether at school or work or even for no reason at all! Acquiring and perfecting new skills bring us joy and enables self growth. This makes us more confident and sets us up for success.

June 10, 2021

Preparing for Another Year of School-from-Home Practically

With the second wave of the COVID-19 virus still in full force and lockdowns in effect across the country, students are likely to see another year of online learning. While this peak may be behind us, schools are unlikely to open soon.

May 27, 2021

Practically Summer Workshop Special Guest Lecture by Vidit Gujrathi

If you didn’t make it to Practically Summer Workshop’s special and exclusive guest lecture by chess Grandmaster and ex-India chess team captain Vidit Gujrathi on 17th May at 10 am for your online chess training, don’t be disappointed.

May 22, 2021

Busting COVID Myths About Kids Practically

One of the most remarkable traits in kids is their curiosity. Their constant need to question helps them make sense of the world that they are new to. As we are in the thick of another wave of the covid 19 pandemic, it has been observed that younger people are being affected more than last year. Given the unspecified nature of the virus, there is a lot of false information about covid 19 in kids. Why don’t we approach the understanding of the effects of covid on kids with the same curiosity and bust some of the perceptions around it? Before we read on about the facts, what we need to be aware of is that kids, as always, recover faster from illnesses! Understanding that some of these are only myths and ensuring precautions are taken can help overcome it practically!

May 12, 2021

With Prizes Up To INR 20L Up For Grabs, Practically’s Summer Workshop Is Heating Up!

It has been 3 exciting weeks so far for participants of Practically’s first-ever Summer Workshop. Whether it’s learning to write code for Catching Apples Game, about Game Engine and how a Game Engine works, audio, video, and editing tools required to create high quality and viral videos on YouTube...

May 08, 2021

How AI and Machine Learning Are Changing The Education Landscape

Almost every industry relies on technology to thrive and evolve, and that is why there is increasing interest and investment in helping companies make smarter and faster decisions and products. Artificial intelligence has established itself in recent years as one of the most exciting technologies to be watched for. This emerging technology has already become an important component of many industries such as healthcare, education, defense, transportation, logistics and farming.

May 03, 2021

Relevance of Robotics for Kids

Most of us have watched or heard of popular movies like Terminator, Wall-E, Robocop and Transformers. These are only some of the most famous movies with robots in them. But outside of fiction, our daily lives are filled with robots too. Don’t believe it? How does a new-age vacuum cleaner change direction when it’s about to hit a wall?

April 29, 2021

All About Chess and Why It’s Good For Kids

The traditional education system has long been criticised for curbing a student’s natural creative ability. What do we mean by creativity? Creativity is an active process and requires skill as well as a specific understanding of the context.

April 23, 2021

Imagine, Create, Innovate

April 12, 2021

Introducing Practically Summer Workshop

As we mark a year since the lockdown and reflect on its impact on the education system, we applaud the massive steps taken by all parties towards ensuring continued learning.

April 09, 2021

Need for Early Exposure to STEM Learning

With the National Education Policy, the education sector is set to undergo a paradigm shift to prepare students with skills and abilities to face the future following global regulations and policies.

April 09, 2021

‘Practically School Solution’: A Need-Of-The-Hour Free App for Schools And Teachers

As we mark a year since the lockdown and reflect on its impact on the education system, we applaud the massive steps taken by all parties towards ensuring continued learning.

April 07, 2021

Experience Education Differently

India’s education segment is rapidly changing, and online learning has become an indispensable part of it in the post-Covid world, thanks to technological advancements, marking a new chapter for the sector.

March 31, 2021

Learn A-Z of Immunisation & Vaccinations Practically!

A pandemic is an outbreak of an infectious disease that spreads through a vast area, such as several continents or the entire world, and has affected many people.

March 24, 2021

Tips to Prepare and Learn with Practically's Test Prep

With exam season just around the corner, millions of students are getting ready to take the most important exam this academic year.

March 12, 2021

eLearning Transforming Education

The COVID-19-induced shutdown affected schooling and learning, including teaching and assessment methodologies.

March 9, 2021

Women’s Day Special : Saluting Space Heroes

International Women's Day is observed on March 8th to recognize women’s prosperity and contribution to social, political, social and financial events.

March 6, 2021

The Many Ways of Doubt Resolution

As Mahatma Gandhi once said, “Persistent questioning and healthy inquisitiveness are the prerequisites for acquiring learning of any kind”.

February 27, 2021

Learn Practically with Live Classes

After school tutorials have been a significant part of many students’ lives and an essential part of the education sector, albeit largely unorganised thus far.

February 15, 2021

Experiential learning vs Textbook Orientation

Educators know students learn quicker and retain more information when the subject matter pertains to them personally and when they do it

February 12, 2021

Why Children Should Learn Coding Today

This includes understanding computer fundamentals and solving complicated algebraic equations with the power of coding through Practically’s online coding classes for children.

February 04, 2021

Experiential Learning Brings Learning Alive Practically

Read to find out why Experiential Learning Brings Learning Alive.

January 23, 2021

Augmented Realty helps redefine Learning Among Students

When it comes to teaching, experts believe that learning a concept from a textbook does not effectively explain it or facilitate easy comprehension. For example, certain concepts are better understood through experiments, field trips, and 3D models, etc. The latest addition to this are AR (Augmented Reality) technologies that bring immersive and interactive experiences into the learning space to facilitate learning and knowledge retention.

January 23, 2021

How e-learning is transforming the education sector

The COVID-19-induced shutdown affected schooling and learning, including teaching and assessment methodologies. However, this gap was rapidly filled by e-learning as schools, colleges and educational institutions were quick to shift teaching and learning online. While eLearning had been growing rapidly in recent years, India is now witnessing an e-learning boom since the pandemic emerged.

January 17, 2021

Self-learning online on Practically outranks classroom learning

Learning has always been associated with a physical classroom, a teacher and a bunch of students. But technology today has taken leaps and bounds and has presented us with a better alternative. Self-learning online is a more efficient way.

August 11, 2020

Experiential Learning – The Future of Education

NEP'20 aims to banish rote learning by introducing Experiential Learning. But what is EXL & what are it’s benefits? How do we incorporate this in classrooms? Let’s find out

August 11, 2020

Did King Arthur and his sword "Excalibur" really exist?

Have you ever heard the name of King Arthur, and wondered about one of the most legendary figures in English history? Did King Arthur really exist? Where did he come from? Who were the legendary Knights of the Round Table?

August 4, 2020

Has anybody reached the Challenger Deep, the deepest known spot in the ocean

More than 4,000 eager climbers have made their way to the top of Mount Everest, the highest spot on the planet, but do you know how many people have made it to The Challenger Deep, the deepest spot on the planet?...

August 4, 2020

Is Mount Everest The Tallest Mountain on Earth?

Let’s be honest. Whenever anybody says, "the tallest mountain in the world”, all of us automatically think Mount Everest, don’t we? But as tall as the mighty Everest is, did you know that technically, it isn’t the tallest mountain on the planet? Surprised?...

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