Children learn best through joy and play, Let them celebrate
childhood, their way
बच्चों को हंसते-खेलते सीखने दो,
उन्हें बचपन मनाने दो
Play is the heart of early childhood. But screens often get in the way, taking time away from play, which brings learning, growth and joy!
Less Screen More Play
By taking this pledge, you join a community committed to reducing screen time and bringing more play into children’s lives.
Thank you!!
PLEDGES TAKEN
Play is the ultimate cheat code for joyful learning! It has the potential to unlock a range of learning opportunities
Find tips, tools, and resources here to help you on this journey.
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Thank You!
For being part of a community committed to reducing screen time and bringing more play into children’s lives.
Discover a network of innovative organisations dedicated to transforming PLAY. These organisations are at the forefront of designing, building, and delivering incredible play experiences for children everywhere. If you want to transform your space into a magical play area, you may reach out to the below mentioned organisations. Or if you know any organisations or individuals working towards this cause, share their details below. To know more, why building playground matters, click here.
Anthill Creations
Anthill Creations is a not for profit organisation that work towards making play accessible and affordable for all kids by building low cost and sustainable playscapes using scrap tyres and industrial waste.
Gudgudee
Gudgudee is a product and space design studio that creates innovative indoor and outdoor play areas that go beyond the typical swings and slides. The play areas are designed considering child psychology, occupational therapy, learning pedagogies, ergonomics, and local contexts.
People4people
People4people (P4P) is a trust fund set up in Bangalore that creates meaningful, grassroots impact by building playgrounds for children in government and charitable schools in underserved communities.
Olympiados
Olympiados is India’s leading sports infrastructure company. They work with schools, institutions and real estate developers. It is one of the best companies in India for kid’s playground flooring construction services.
Kilikili
Kilikili is a Bangalore-based trust that has been working since 2006 to create inclusive play spaces in partnership with various organizations. Kilikili's purpose is to create public play spaces that can be used by all children, with or without disabilities.
Feet Off Ground
Feet Off Ground designs and builds various structures that elevate people off the ground, including climbing walls, adventure courses, and playground equipment. They also provide services related to outdoor fitness, custom bike racks, and playground furniture.
The Power Of Lullabies: A Legacy Across Generations
A lullaby, or cradle song, is a soothing song or piece of music sung or played for children to help them sleep
Bachpan Ka Tyohaar: Celebrating The Joy Of Childhood
Bachpan Ka Tyohaar celebrates childhood and encourages communities and Anganwadi centers to plan activities for children
First Songs: A Language And Literacy Bridge
Lullabies in home languages, enriched with subtitles are emerging as a powerful tool for early education in school and brain development
Play Is Not A Luxury: The Playground Crisis In Indian Schools
In India, 62% of government schools lack playgrounds, denying children a healthy childhood. Prioritising play invests in their bright future
Bachpan Manao Sabha - A Get-together To Celebrate Childhood
Bachpan Manao Sabha celebrates the joy and power of early childhood and helps educators share their stories of transformation from the ground up
The Magic Of The First 3,000 Days: How Simple Parenting Can Transform Your Child's Future
"The more conversation, the better the brain will develop" - Prof. Usha Goswami. Simple parenting transforms children's futures
The Hidden Power Of Boredom: Letting Children Explore Their Inner World
Letting the kids play freely will motivate them to reimagine creativity, develop cognitive thinking, and face risky situations
Voices of Play - A Manifesto for Every Child
The Voices of Play initiative aimed to build a Play Manifesto, crafted by the children themselves, with support from REACH Collective, Shiksharth, and EkStep Foundation
Whats All The Fuss About? Who Needs To Be Convinced That Play Is Good For Children?
Play naturally fosters creativity, allowing children to tell stories, construct with twigs and rocks, and imagine shapes in clouds.
Play Is Plenty: Why Were Choosing Play, Every Day
Play is how children learn best. It's not extra. It's essential.
Bachpan Manao
is a social mission about making the most of the early childhood opportunity
for learning and growth for India's youngest children. It is about recognizing that:
Learning in early childhood (0-8) happens best through joy and play.
Making the most of this opportunity means :
- Allowing children (and yourself) to celebrate and enjoy their childhood fully
- Giving children the best foundation for all-round development
- Setting children up to learn, grow and succeed
- Enabling children to thrive and drive equity, over time
There are 4 main areas to understand and act on within this mission
The 0-8 year urgency and opportunity
The importance and advantage of
all-round development
The abundant learning opportunities around each child
The power of play in children’s learning and growth
Bachpan Manao is an invitation from EkStep Foundation and NDTV.
Learn moreBACHPANMANAO.ORG
Show Your Love
“As parents and caregivers, let’s make time to play and learn with our children, making it a priority for every child everywhere.”Kareena Kapoor KhanActor & National Ambassador, UNICEF India- “Going out, playing with friends, and having a good time with family are important for children because they help in overall development and support their mental, physical, and emotional well-being.” Ayushmann KhurranaActor & National Ambassador, UNICEF India
- "I feel that childhood can only be enriched when you get a chance to step out of your house, meet other children too, and enjoy the outdoors. It’s important to celebrate childhood as you grow."Shabana AzmiActor
- “Play is not a luxury. It's an essential part of a child's ability to both survive and thrive.”Cynthia McCaffreyRepresentative, UNICEF India
- "All parents say that children should get good marks. I believe that achieving good marks also requires physical strength and good blood circulation. Playing outside is essential for brain activity."JyothikaActor
- "Never pressure your child about anything or force them to do something, because the more you do that, the more reluctant they will become." Rishab Rikhiram SharmaMusician
- "I learned about the wonderful campaign, Bachpan Manao. It highlights the importance of a child's first 3,000 days, up to age 8 emphasising that play is essential."Darsheel SafaryActor
- "We know education is important, but so are play and sports, as they keep you refreshed, active, and energetic. They support both physical and mental development.”Guranshi SharmaBadminton Deaflympics Gold Medallist, UNICEF India Youth Advocate
