On September 10, 2025, GD Goenka Public School, Lucknow, organised an enriching Pretend Play activity on the theme of a Post Office. The objective was to familiarise children with the functioning of a post office, its role in communication, and the journey of a letter. The event was filled with curiosity, excitement, and hands-on learning opportunities.
To create a real-life experience, a post office setup was arranged within the school premises. It included a letter box, postcards, envelopes, stamps, and the role of a postman. This realistic environment helped students connect classroom learning with practical experiences.
For the Toddler to UKG section, the activity was primarily observation-based. Children explored the letter box, stamps, and postcards while understanding how a postman collects and delivers letters. Teachers explained the process of posting a letter, which became even more engaging when the postman’s role was enacted.
For Grade I and Grade II, the activity was interactive. Students wrote short letters to their friends or family members and posted them in the letter box. They experienced first-hand the use of stamps, inserting letters, and dropping them into the box. This gave them a practical understanding of postal communication while also enhancing their writing skills, creativity, and sense of responsibility. Additionally, all the children watched a PowerPoint presentation on the post office and danced joyfully to the tune of “Dakiya Daak Laya”, adding fun and rhythm to the learning experience.
The Pretend Play activity beautifully combined fun, imagination, and experiential learning. It helped students appreciate the importance of traditional means of communication while fostering observation, creativity, expression, and social interaction.
The day was both educational and enjoyable, leaving students curious and excited about the world around them. Activities like these not only make learning joyful but also build life skills and real-world awareness in an engaging manner.
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