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This PPT could help a lot for parent community. Done by Balvikas Gurus of Bangalore, teachings based on Beloved Guru Sri Sathya Sai Baba.
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Bal Vikas Movement Bal Vikas is a DIVINE MISSION for
Transformation of mankind by guiding young children in their formative years
Carving out a life-style for young children to follow , which will help them to be loving and responsible adults
Started in 1969 by Bhagawan Sri Satya Sai Baba as Bal Vihar
Main objective is Blossoming (Vikas) of Human values to restore Righteousnes (Dharma) in the world
Bal Vikas ObjectiveBal Vikas Objective
Overall personality developmen
t of the child
Atma Vikas
(INTELLECTUAL)
Buddhi Vikas
( MENTAL)
Deha Vikas
(PHYSICAL)
Bal Vikas TechniquesBal Vikas Techniques
Five teaching techniquesStoriesPrayers (slokas)Silent sittingGroup singing (bhajans)Group activities
Grouping of Children Group I – Age 4-8 yearsGroup II – Age 9-11 yearsGroup III- Age 12 onwards
GurudevoH Bavah
• BV movement due to active participation of Ladies as Gurus
• Women are more compassionate and care for welfare of society
• More than 5000 gurus in India• BV gurus are like drill (PT) teachers• “Be, Do and Tell” philosophy for gurus• A good mother is a family asset, a good BV
Guru is a national asset• More women & men too should join as BV Gurus
Step by Step DevelopmentStep by Step Development
Intellectual (Value – Sathya/ Truth)
Physical (Value – Dharma/ Righteousness)
Emotional (Value – Shanti / Peace)
Psychic (Value – Prema / Love)
Spiritual (Value – Ahimsa / Non-violence)
The Value PyramidThe Value Pyramid
Control of thoughts, words and deeds (3 HV principle – Harmony of Head, Hand and Heart )
Good Habits and Behaviour ( 5 Ds – Duty, Devotion, Discipline, Discrimination and Determination
GOOD CHARACTER
To Develop (SATHYA)To Develop (SATHYA)
• TRUTH IN CHILDREN– Intellectual Development– Various aspects of Truth ( truthfulness,
enquiry, discrimination, self introspection, intuition, hunger for knowledge etc)
– God is the ultimate truth – Truth is one and is permanent– Recognize the divinity in man– Satyam Gnanam Anantam Brahma
To Develop (DHARMA)
• RIGHT CONDUCT IN CHILDREN– Physical development– Self skills (physical cleanliness, healthy food habits,
self respect, self confidence,leadership skills, physical fitness )
– Social skills (Discipline, time management, good conduct, helping nature, sharing, good listening skills )
– Ethical skills ( prudent in usage of time and money, respect for elders,obedience, courage, honesty, non violent behaviour, treat all as equal, abstain from stealing)
To Develop (SHANTI)
• PEACE IN CHILDREN– Emotional development– Peace in mind and heart– 3Ps- Purity, Patience and Perseverance– Meditation (silent sitting)– Control of senses– Concentration
To Develop ( AHIMSA)
• NON-VIOLENCE IN CHILDREN– Spiritual development– Concept of ‘we are all in God and in the whole
creation too, God is in everybody’– Jewels are many , but gold is same– Variety of bulbs, but electricity is same– Universal love and brotherhood– Respect other religions and cultures– Love for motherland and patriotism– Commitment to do Social Service– Living in Harmony and peace– HELP EVER , HURT NEVER
To Develop (PREMA)
• LOVE IN CHILDREN– Psychic development– BASIS OF ALL THE VALUES– Chit vikas– Love in Thought (Sathya), Action (Dharma)
Words (Shanti) and Understanding (Ahimsa)– Sympathy, Empathy,Tolerance , Friendship,
Devotion, Respect for human race– Love for God and all the fellow beings– LOVE ALL SERVE ALL
Bal Vikas TO Sri Satya Sai Seva Organizations
BAL VIKAS TO ORGANIZATION
Story Telling Study Circles
Group Singing Bhajans
Group Activities Seva (Service)
Silent Sitting Meditation
FINALLY“Peace in the world can be achieved by
inculcating righteousness (Dharma) in the hearts of individuals “
Righteousness in heart
Beauty in Character
Harmony at home
Order in Nation
Peace in the World
BV-EHV-3HV-EDUCARE
Role of Parents
• Must compliment values taught in BV classes• Must encourage children to be truthful and
righteous• Must ensure that the children attend classes
regularly and participate in its activities• Should try to become BV Gurus themselves• Start participation in the activities of Sri Satya
Sai Seva Organizations at samithi level (attending bhajans, doing seva / service)
Silent SittingSilent Sitting
• Silent sitting – Process of turning in- bringing the inner consciousness in the forefront.
• Voice of God is heard in the depth of silence.
• Effective means of communicating with our inner-self.
Silent Sitting – Why?
• To quieten the continuous chattering of mind.
• To reduce the number of thoughts arising in the minds.
• To experience Divinity- To calm the agitated mind (Monkey mind)
• Child gets a chance to contribute, realize his or her full potential when it gains approval and emotional support.
Techniques of Silent Sitting
• Correct posture of sitting.
• Posture should be comfortable.
• Distance between the two children should be maintained while sitting.
• The body of the back should be 90 degrees.
• Eyes should be half closed.
• Sight should be aimed at the tip of the nose.
Duration & How
• Silent sitting for one or two minutes in the beginning.
• To increase the duration in due course.
• Guided visualizations to help to focus mind on one object or idea.
• Jyothi meditation.
• Practice of Sohum mantra.
Silent Sitting
Benefits of Silent Sitting
• Improved Memory
• Better Concentration
• Feeling at Peace
• Equipoise
• Self Control
• Develops intuition
Group Activities
• Benefits of Group Activities
• Interest and fun values.
• Activates creativity
• Builds self confidence
• Develops co-ordination
• Brings out inner talents
• Improves concentration
• Teaches skills
• Builds team works
• Encourages working with others
Types of Group Activities
• Group discussion
• Group sharing
• Photo language
• Brain storming
• Quiz
• Attitude test
• Cultural Activities
• Creative work- Rangoli, Flower arrangement,drawing.
• Value games
• Role play
• Spiritual & educational tours
Technique of Story Telling
• 4 - 7 years(imagination)
• 8 – 10 years(Realistic)
• 11 – 13 years onwards(Factual)
Technique ofStory Telling
• PREPARATION
• TELLING THE STORY
• FOLLOW UP
PREPARATION
1 Choosing the story
2 Becoming familiar with the story
3 Preparing materials to help tell the story
Choosing the story
• Choose according to the understanding and intellectual development of the children.
• The length of the story depends on the age of the listeners.
• The story should illustrate the value being taught.
• The story should stimulate the imagination and creativity of children
Technique of Story telling
• Tell the story. Donot read it.
• Be on the same level as the child.
• Choose appropriate stories to suit the need of children and value being taught.
• Enjoy the story yourself.
• Be familiar with the story.
• Modulate your voice.
• Body language and facial expression are very important.
• Use teaching materials to make the story interesting.
• The teacher must practise what he or she teaches.
FOLLOW - UP
• Act out the story.
• Re-telling the story.
• Discussions.
• Questions.
BENEFITS OF STORY TELLING
• Helps develop listening skills.
• Generates genuine interests.
• Develops creativity.
• Stimulates imagination.
• Promotes relaxation.
• Gives inspiration.
• Humor and fun elements.
• Imparts knowledge.
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