DREAMS IN SCRIBBLES

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Who am I?

Welcome to my world of words! I am Anaya Sheth. I am 12 and currently in 6th grade. I am writing since the age of 6. I love reading and (you guessed it!) writing. I want to be known worldwide for my writing one day.

DREAMS IN SCRIBBLES

Hopes and dreams in ink

  • MY EXPERIENCE OF THE SCHOOL CARNIVAL

    Excitement was in the air. It was almost time for my first school carnival. We had worked hard to make this event flawless and memorable for all. We were making decorations since weeks. We were perfecting our speeches in our minds continuously.  Our teachers were also working tirelessly making everything better. They were pouring their heart into making this carnival a huge success. We had butterflies in our stomachs. I, especially, was a bit petrified as it was my first time handling a stall. Also, I couldn’t wait to experience this amazing carnival!

    The carnival was divided into two days. The first day was ‘The Fete Fiesta’ followed by ‘The Open House’. The Fete Fiesta would be a lot of fun as there would be games, rides and delicious food. I reached there with my parents. I met up with my friends and had a great time. We played games till our heart’s content and also won a few prizes. The energy there was electrifying. Most of all, our principal ma’am’s enthusiasm was truly infectious.  While listening to some good music by our inhouse FM station, we filled our bellies and our hearts.

    The very next day was our open house. We reached there early to make last minute preparations. We got ready with our stalls and now it was our turn to shine. Our school was a sight for sore eyes. The School Orchestra played melodious music at the entrance, welcoming everyone to this enchanting event. Every nook and corner was beautifully decorated with different themes. Our classroom was no different. The middle of our classroom was decorated in such a way that it felt as if you are walking on the riverbed and wandering in the surrounding mountains. Everyone started arriving at around 10:30 a.m. My classmates, one by one, were taking the visitors on a beautiful journey through the majestic mountains. It felt like they were weaving a story. Some of us had stalls on different concepts which we had learned throughout the year. I had a stall on ‘Similes’. I explained about similes and also played a game related to that. At first, I was feeling nervous but, after a while, I found my rhythm. A steady flow of visitors continued throughout the day. We were tired by the end of the school day but also very satisfied with our accomplishment.

    It was a great experience to have. This event surely lessened my fear of public speaking. What can I say? – I am now feeling as confident as an eagle in flight.

    –         ANAYA SHETH

  • Book Review – Wonder

    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    R.J Palacio is a writer and graphic designer. She lives in New York City. ‘Wonder’ is her first novel. She went on to write three companion books to ‘Wonder.’                                                                   

    ABOUT THE BOOK

    ‘Wonder ‘is about a boy called August who is an ordinary kid in all ways except one. He was born with a facial deformity. He is homeschooled. Until now, that is! Then he enters his new school for the first time. People stare at him and say bad things behind his back. After a while, he manages to make some friends. Still, many are not nice to him. What can August do? Will his goodness win over his peers?

    What makes this book unique is that not only we get to know August’s perspective but we also see August’s friends’ and his sister’s point of view.

    This book has been published in more than 55 languages. R.J. Palacio got the idea about this book at an ice-cream shop when she saw a girl with a facial deformity.

    MY FAVOURITE CHARACTER

    My favourite character was August’s sister, Olivia. She is kind and caring and is August’s best support. She always gives him good advice that makes him feel confident.

    MY FAVOURITE PART

    I especially loved the part where August’s best friend, Jack, confronts a mean kid who had said nasty things about August. He supports August even when he himself was in trouble.

    MY THOUGHTS

    Why do we judge people on their appearance? Is it fair? Our difference and uniqueness are what makes us special. This book teaches us that we should give importance to inner beauty and not outer beauty. Be kind. Always.

    This is a brilliantly written book and a must read.

    –      ANAYA SHETH

  • I AM A RIVER

    I start my journey from the snow-clad mountains

    Jumping joyfully, I come down to the plains

    The radiant sun shines through my water

    I am lovingly called the beautiful earth’s daughter

    I flow through many cities, towns and villages

    Kids play in me while elders worship me since ages

    Giving everyone my water, I feel so gleeful

    Please don’t pollute me, be a little careful

    Calm and serene, I run through my course

    Splashing happily with rocks, I have no remorse

    I finally join the ocean so mighty

    Always be kind, compassionate and helpful just like me!

    –  ANAYA SHETH

  • PAANI

  • MY FOREVER FAMISHED FRIEND

    I have a friend who is quite cute and sweet

    But all he wants to ever do is to eat eat eat

    I have named him Hungry, you know why

    He waits by the door staring at me with big brown eyes

    He squeaks with delight everytime he sees me with his food

    Dancing with him always brightens my mood

    When I give him food, he immediately gobbles it up

    He doesn’t even want his food in a plate or a cup

    How is it so? You may wonder

    Grab a sit and take a minute to ponder

    You see Hungry is none other than a peacock

    Everyday I sit by him and we eat some peanuts and talk!

    –         ANAYA SHETH