Guess what! It's finally summer for international schools in Mumbai , the holiday you've been waiting for. You're done with exams and school, but now you have nothing to do! Most of us spend summer binging our favourite Netflix shows, and if you've finally exhausted your watchlist or you're looking for things to do, go no further! Let me walk you through some interesting hobbies to kill your boredom.
6 Ways For A Student To Stay Productive During The Summer Break
Tanvi Jaiswal | ABWA Student
- 15 June 2022
6 Ways For A Student To Stay Productive During The Summer Break
LEARN A NEW SKILL
Foreign language
Enhancing your languages as well as learning a new language is a productive - but fun use of time. Studies suggest that students studying in international schools in Mumbai learning a new language can increase your memory, as well as boost your problem-solving skills. You can use free apps to learn that is available in online.
Game & App development
If you already have a hand with programming or simply know the basics, you can push your limits further by diving deeper in your programming language. Use your knowledge to create projects, games and websites, or just follow a step-by-step course. In addition to this being a new skill, it improves your creative thinking abilities and pushes you to do better. Programming courses can be found online as well.
Baking
Learning a new skill doesn't always need to be stressful or always involve a screen for students studying in international schools in Mumbai. Non-flame cooking such as baking can be a great way to relax. Whether it means following family recipes or using a cookbook, baking is safe and easy. Simple goodies such as cookies, cupcakes and brownies, are a beginner's favorite. For those proficient bakers, layered cakes and intricate decorations can be challenging but delicious.
GET ARTY
Clay is one of the most easily available material - so why not make something with it! From clay jewelry trays to mushroom stands, there are numerous ideas on the internet. Here are a few of the best:
- Pottery Vases
- Mushroom Jewelry holders
- Plant pots
- Jewelry or Decorative dishes
- Wall hangings
Make sure to get creative by painting bold patterns and details and don't worry about getting your hands messy. More ideas can be found on Pinterest. Note: Make sure to use Air-Dry clay only, otherwise it won't dry.
Painting should never be restricted to paper or canvas. Go wild and paint tote bags, canvas shoes, CDs, or anything else you find. You can also tie-dye white t-shirts or bags. You can paint anything from geometrical patterns, to abstract designs to noteworthy paintings like The Great Wave of Kangawa.
JOIN A FUN WORKSHOP/SUMMER CAMP
Short workshops provide many opportunities to create cool things and engage in fun activities for students studying in international schools in Mumbai. For youngers, camps like 3D printing, Shark Tank and Roblox game development, while older kids will enjoy next-level workshops such as robot and drone programming. You can choose from Python, Scratch, Java or any other programming language in these courses. Apart from fun, summer camps like these provide an opportunity to learn new skills and keep the boredom away! You can register for these fun workshops at iCode, an on-campus experience program in Mumbai or Code Gurukul for online.
HOST A GARAGE SALE earn during summer break of international schools in Mumbai
Ever feel like selling off your old books or toys? Hosting a garage sale is the easiest way to give away your things and earn a quick buck! You can call a few friends, collect the items, together set the timings for the sale and send the invite on your building groups.
You can sell anything from musical instruments, cycles, to old school books and shoes. Charge 20-50% of the original price. You can also donate a percent of your earnings to an NGO or charity. If there are any remaining toys or books, you can donate them too.
Sometimes, it isn't possible to have a physical garage sale due to COVID restrictions, so you can put them as used items on Amazon or sell them on OLX.
Summer for students studying in international schools in Mumbai is a time to enjoy yourself in a stress-free environment, but long hours of doing nothing can sometimes become boring. Make sure to relish in these summer activities, as summer only comes once a year!
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