As Indians, we find English language to be an integral part of our lives in this foreign land of Kuwait. It’s a necessity to understand people and be understood. It is a bridge between the people speaking Arabic and the ones speaking their mother tongue from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Philippines or any other country of the world. Thus, we at Salmiya Indian Model School celebrated the English Literary week with much pomp and show. It was a celebration of unity, integration and a healthy sense of competition.

The primary section of SIMS celebrated the English Literary week with multiple events lined up throughout the week. The events commenced on November 24 and lasted till December 2. It began with the Grade 1 Choral Recitation Competition. The little rock stars performed brilliantly, reciting poems on topics such as the moon, their first day, All Things Bright and Beautiful, winter, swings, mothers, magic, and teachers. Some even had beautiful props that enhanced the experience of the feeling of joy. Well-trained and well disciplined young members of the choir simply mesmerized the judges and the audience, making the task of selecting winners quite difficult. The next day it was Grade 2 that performed on stage. Another round of varied topics such as Love like snow, a little mistake, the town Child, The visitor, My Shadow, Crocodile's Toothache, Equipment and dreams of world peace. It was yet another scintillating event that fascinated everyone present. The last day of the competition was between all sections of Grade 3. It was a mix of some sentimental descriptions of nature’s beauty like the little butterfly, little leaves, Daffodils and the moon and some amusing topics like The Day the Crayons Quit, The Silly Animal Band and My Shadow. The unified and synchronized performances were a sight to behold.

Ultimately, the winners for Grade 1 were as follows: 1st place - Class 1H, 2nd place - Class 1A, and 3rd place - Class 1G. For Grade 2, the results were: 1st place - Class 2G, 2nd place - Class 2B, and 3rd place - Class 2H. In Grade 3, the top performers were: 1st place - Class 3G, 2nd place - Class 3D, and 3rd place - Class 3F. The next item on the week’s agenda was a Special English Day Assembly. The assembly, specially crafted for the audience of grades 3, 4 and 5, was performed on November 26 and was a hit with the students. The assembly started off with a choral recitation by the leaders of the primary section that included all the grades prefects and the student council of the primary section. The poem titled, “The Leader in Me” was a motivational piece written to inspire and lead others. It celebrated self-confidence and responsibility. Next came an incredibly informative and lively rap performance by a vibrant group of students. This wasn’t just any rap—it was an educational piece on the parts of speech. With catchy rhythms and energetic delivery, the students turned learning into an entertaining experience, making grammar lessons fun and memorable for everyone. This was followed by the most entertaining performance, the Character Parade. Students dressed as characters from all kinds of story tales, movies and comics presented a fashion show and delivered lovely messages of kindness and bravery in their unique styles. The characters that were seen and welcomed with a lot of enthusiasm on stage were Princess Aurora from “Sleeping Beauty”, Harry Potter, Anne from the series “Anne with an E”, Princess Jasmine from “Aladdin”, Cinderella, Tom from “Tom and Jerry”, Chutki from the famous Indian cartoon “Chhota Bheem”, Superman, Princess Sophia, Judy Abbot, the very famous Barbie, Veronica from the Archies Comics and Snow White. Each student embodied their character, bringing them to life through their captivating walks and speeches. Overall, it was a brilliant performance by everyone that was loved by both students and teachers.

The Literary Week ended with the finale of the Spelling Bee Competition- SPELLOREA. This event required weeks of preparation and multiple rounds to select the finalists. All students of grades 2,3,4 and 5 had preliminary rounds and after careful assessment, 4 students from each grade were selected. Grades 2 and 3 were paired, with one student from each grade forming a team, while Grades 4 and 5 followed the same format. The competition took place on stage on December 2, with four teams competing against each other. The finale began with Grades 2 and 3, followed by the competition for Grades 4 and 5. The Quiz Master for Grades 2 and 3 was Ms. Sadaf Yasir, while Ms. Fariah Fatima took charge as Quiz Master for Grades 4 and 5. Both events were flawlessly conducted, thanks to the dedicated support of talented teachers from various departments. Roles such as scorers, judges, observers, timers, and stage in-charges were expertly handled, ensuring the competitions ran smoothly and efficiently.

There were three rounds that were conducted on stage. The first round was titled Spell and Speak Showdown in which each of the teams had to spell out the words orally. This was followed by the second round called The Word Craze Challenge. In this round a jumbled word was displayed on the projector and the teams had to make a list of new words using the given letters and also unscramble the jumbled word. The final round was the visual round called Picture Perfect Spelling. In this round, pictures were displayed on the screen, and teams had to identify and spell the corresponding word. The winners of SPELLOREA showcased exceptional spelling skills and teamwork. In the Grades 2 and 3 segment, first place was awarded to Team A, comprising Fritz Uno from 2C and Kendrick Aldrich from 3G, while second place went to Team D, represented by M. Hussain from 2G and Mamdouh Ahmad from 3D. In the Grades 4 and 5 segment, Team C secured first place with Mira Midhat from 4E and Sham Damas from 5E, while second place was claimed by Team B, featuring Arman Shahzam from 4F and Enarah Butt from 5D.

The prize distribution ceremony was graced by the Director of SIMS, Mr. Anis Ahmad, who was joined by the Principal of the Primary Section, Ms. Sajitha Menon, and the Vice Principal, Ms. Yasmin Wardhawala. Together, they presented the awards to the deserving winners, adding a special touch to the event. The English Literary Week at SIMS was a resounding success, fostering creativity, teamwork, and a love for language among students of all grades. All the faculty members of the English department, under the guidance of Ms. Fariah Fatima, the Head of the department of English, along with the activity in charge, Ms. Khadija Athar Dalvi, worked tirelessly to ensure the success of the event. The Principal of the Primary and Kindergarten Wing, Ms. Sajitha Menon, and the Vice Principal of the Primary Wing, Ms. Yasmin Wardhawala, were present for all the events throughout the week offering their unwavering support.