Project 6 Grade 9

Following Projects can be assigned based on the lesson My Childhood

Project/ Portfolio 1

Abdul Kalam's Childhood Timeline:

1931 - Birth in Rameswaram:

Visual: Image of Abdul Kalam as a baby.

Description: Abdul Kalam was born into a middle-class Tamil family in Rameswaram.

1939 - Outbreak of World War II:

Visual: War-related images (soldiers, warplanes).

Description: World War II began when Abdul Kalam was eight. He collected tamarind seeds due to a sudden market demand.

1942 - Suspension of Train Halt:

Visual: Train and newspaper bundles.

Description: India joined the Allied Forces, leading to a suspension of train halts, impacting Abdul Kalam's newspaper distribution.

1945 - Social Inequality Incident:

Visual: Classroom setting, teacher, and students.

Description: Abdul Kalam faced discrimination in school based on religious identity, leading to a transformative incident.

1947 - India's Independence:

Visual: Indian flag, celebrations.

Description: India gained independence, marking a significant moment during Abdul Kalam's childhood.

1950 - Visit to Sivasubramania Iyer's Home:

Visual: Abdul Kalam and Sivasubramania Iyer sharing a meal.

Description: Sivasubramania Iyer challenged social norms, inviting Abdul Kalam for a meal despite religious differences.

1950 - Decision to Leave Rameswaram:

Visual: Abdul Kalam contemplating the future.

Description: Inspired by the changing India after World War II, Abdul Kalam sought permission to leave Rameswaram for further studies.

Project / Portfolio 2

Choose one character from the passage (e.g., Abdul Kalam, his father, Sivasubramania Iyer) and create a detailed character sketch, focusing on personality traits and actions.

Character Sketch: Abdul Kalam's Father - Jainulabdeen

Jainulabdeen

Jainulabdeen, Abdul Kalam's dad, is wise, generous, and humble. Even with little education and money, he teaches important life lessons.

Traits:

Wisdom: Smart without much school. Teaches honesty and discipline.

Generosity: Shares, even if it's not much. Feeds many, not just family.

Simple Life: Lives with basics, not extras. Keeps things simple for Abdul.

Supportive: Stands up for Abdul when teacher's unfair.

Quotes Gibran: Shares wise words about life with Abdul's mom.

Actions:

Helps Ashiamma: Good husband. Makes a safe home for kids.

Equality Fighter: Stands against unfairness. Wants fairness for all.

Inspires Abdul: Dad's lessons shape Abdul's character.