Little Stars: Sweet Stories of SALT from Bhapara Kids!

[Nityam Ghosh]

In Bhapara Nichhe Line, two local youths stepped up as volunteer facilitators for a vibrant SALT session with the Child Club, backed by field facilitators Nityam Ghosh and Ujana.

This hands-on approach showcased how community learning spreads—youths applying SALT methods from their own group meetings to inspire kids.

The fun kicked off with an icebreaker: "What do you like to play?" Kids lit up sharing hide-and-seek, pithoo, football, and cricket—building instant trust and energy.

Smartly divided into four groups by counting to four, they swapped stories of helping others, revealing natural empathy in action.

Group 1 highlighted sharing stationery, food, and a touching tale of aiding a sick grandmother with water and medicine.

Group 2 praised a girl who never says no—running errands and supporting neighbors selflessly.

Group 3 emphasized family support, like helping with household chores, teaching kids the value of home teamwork.

Group 4 summed it up: "Always help others"—a simple yet profound lesson from peers.

The After Experience Reflection (AER) sealed the day: Kids felt joyful sharing stories, valued the gathering, and called for more village children to join.

Analysis: This session proves SALT's power—icebreakers spark joy, group stories uncover hidden strengths, and AER cements growth. Youth-led facilitation multiplies impact, fostering self-reliant communities. In child clubs like this, small acts of sharing build lifelong helpers.

[Rituu B. Nanda]

Hi Nityam, what was the purpose of this meeting?