A joint publication by ATREE, VGKK and Kalpavriksh

As part of the programme, “Forests Alive!” a Handbook for teachers was developed which explores a range of issues that are relevant to the lives of the Soligas within the BRT wildlife sanctuary. It also has a number of activities that the teachers could use to help children become more aware, sensitive, and proud of their culture and natural heritage. The content of the Handbook was discussed in a workshop with the teachers of the school, where decisions were also taken as to what topics would be dealt with at each level.

This Environmental Handbook was created for teachers of the Vivekananda Girijana Kalyana Kendra (VGKK) School, located within the sanctuary. It is intended to help them, and other educators, create a more effective learning process in environmental education (EE) and “learning for life.”

Generously illustrated with drawings, maps, and colour foldouts, the handbook also contains descriptions of over 175 activities. An environmental kit containing educational aids like posters, flash cards and game cards specific to BR Hills have also been developed. These aids support some of the activities that have been suggested in the Handbook.