🎨 Bookmark Making Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 3 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
16th JAnuary 2026 | Classes 6–8

✨ Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

 SHREYASHI SARAPH - 8B 🥇 (1st)

MUSKAN PATEL - 8B 🥈 (2nd)

SHREYANSHREE SAHOO - 8A 🥉 (3rd) 

The Reading Promotion Week – 3 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh continued with a creative and colourful Bookmark Making Competition on 16th January 2026. The event was exclusively for Senior Category students (Classes 6 to 8), who showcased their artistic talent and love for books through their handmade bookmarks.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mr. Pankaj Verma (TGT-Art), who encouraged students to express their imagination through colours and designs.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students designed bookmarks inspired by their favourite characters, quotes, and themes from books.

• Creativity, neatness, and relevance to reading were the key judging criteria.

• The beautifully designed bookmarks are now displayed in the library to inspire fellow readers.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One bookmark carried a hand-painted quote – “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies” – which instantly became a favourite among teachers and students alike.

🏆 Outcome:

The judges were impressed by the students’ innovation, use of colours, and meaningful designs. Top three winners were declared, and all participants were appreciated for their creative efforts.

✨ Conclusion:
The Bookmark Making Competition added an artistic flavour to the Reading Promotion Week – 3. It not only promoted reading habits but also gave students a chance to express their imagination visually. The activity proved that creativity and reading go hand in hand.

 📝 Book Review Writing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 3 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
21ST January 2026 | Classes 3–8

🏆 Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

MANAVENDRA  JAYSINGH - 5B🥇 (1st)

ADYASHA SAHOO - 4B🥈 (2nd)

ADWAIT KUMAR SAHOO - 3A 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

SUVAM PRAKASH SETHI - 8A🥇 (1st)

AARADHYA PATEL - 6B🥈 (2nd)

ANURAG PATTANAYAK - 6B 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 3 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh concluded with an insightful Book Review Writing Competition on 21st January 2026. The competition was exclusively for the Senior Category (Classes 3–8), where students showcased their analytical and writing skills by reviewing books they had read during library periods.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mrs Arati Mishra (TGT English), who encouraged students to reflect deeply on the books they chose.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students wrote reviews highlighting the title, author, summary, favourite character/quote, and personal opinion.

• Emphasis was placed on clarity, originality, and depth of thought rather than length.

• Many participants linked the messages of their books to real-life lessons and values.

• The best reviews were selected for library display to guide peers in choosing their next reads.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One student wrote a heartfelt review of a biography, ending with the line – “This book didn’t just tell a story, it changed how I see my own goals.” It received special appreciation from the judges.

🏆 Outcome:

The judges praised the effort and maturity displayed in the reviews. The top three winners were selected, and all participants were acknowledged for their thoughtful contributions.

✨ Conclusion:
The Book Review Writing Competition was the perfect finale to the Reading Promotion Week – 3. It encouraged students to not just read books but to reflect, analyse, and share their insights with others. The event strengthened the culture of meaningful reading in the school.

 📚 Words Per Minute (WPM) Reading Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 3 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
20th January 2026 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

ANWESHA PRADHAN - 3A 🥇 (1st)

MANAVENDRA JAYSINGH - 5B 🥇 (1st)

VAISHNAVI NAIK - 5A 🥈 (2nd)

DARSHIL PATEL - 5A 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

SEIKH FARHANA RAHMANI - 8A 🥇 (1st)

 KRISHNA PANDA - 8B 🥈 (2nd)

JAYPRAVA PANDAB - 8B 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 3 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh witnessed an engaging Words Per Minute (WPM) Reading Competition on 20th Jauuary 2026. Students from Classes 3 to 8 actively participated to test their reading fluency, accuracy, and speed.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mr. Chhabila Pradhan (PRT). It was conducted separately for Junior (Classes 3–5) and Senior (Classes 6–8) categories.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students were given short reading passages suited to their level.

• Each participant was timed for one minute while reading aloud.

• Judges measured speed (words per minute), accuracy, pronunciation, and expression.

• The activity motivated students to focus on both clarity and pace in their reading.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One junior student read her passage so clearly and confidently that the audience clapped spontaneously—even before the timer ended!

🏆 Outcome:
The judges were impressed by the fluency and improvement shown by many students. The top three winners from each category were selected, while all participants received valuable feedback on how to become better readers.

✨ Conclusion:
The Words Per Minute Reading Competition added a fun yet meaningful dimension to the Reading Promotion Week – 3. It not only encouraged healthy competition but also helped students discover ways to improve their reading skills, speed, and confidence.

 🖌️ Drawing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 3 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
19th January 2026 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

SITAL MAHAR - 3B 🥇 (1st)

AYUSHMAN BARIK - 5A 🥈 (2nd)

SAMRIDDHI SAMANTA SINGHAR - 3A 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

CHUNMUN SAHOO - 6B🥇 (1st)

ADYASHREE SAHOO - 6B 🥈 (2nd)

ABHINASH KARTA - 6A🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 3 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh continued with a burst of creativity through the Drawing Competition held on 19th January 2026. Students from Classes 3–8 participated with great enthusiasm, expressing their imagination and love for stories through colours and art.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Ms. Anjali (PRT), who motivated students to showcase their artistic flair. The event was conducted separately for Junior (Classes 3–5) and Senior (Classes 6–8) categories.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Theme: “Favourite Stories and Characters from Books”

• Students illustrated scenes, heroes, and characters inspired by their reading.

• Judging was based on originality, creativity, neatness, and relevance to the theme.

• Drawings were displayed in the library, turning it into a mini art gallery.

🎉 Memorable Moment:

One senior student sketched an elaborate scene from a classic children’s tale, and the detailing left both judges and peers amazed.

🏆 Outcome:
The judges admired the creativity and storytelling through art. The top three winners from each category were awarded, while all participants were appreciated for their imagination.

✨ Conclusion:
The Drawing Competition gave students a chance to blend their love for books with creativity. It was a colourful addition to the Reading Promotion Week – 3, inspiring young minds to see stories not just in words but also through the language of art.

  🎤 Poem Recitation Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 3 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
17th January 2026 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

APARNA PATEL - 3B🥇 (1st)

AROHI BEHERA -  🥈 (2nd)

ADITI PATEL -  🥈 (2nd)

ANWESHA PRADHAN🥈 (3rd)

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

ARADHYAA PUJARI - 7A 🥇 (1st)

ADYASHREE SAHOO - 6B 🥈 (2nd)

SEIKH FARHANA RAHMANI - 8A 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 3 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh gained lyrical charm with the Poem Recitation Competition held on 17th January 2026. Students from Classes 3–8 participated with great enthusiasm, reciting poems in both English and Hindi.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mr. Balabant Sahu (PRT). The event was conducted separately for Junior (Classes 3–5) and Senior (Classes 6–8) groups, ensuring every child got a chance to display their talent.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students presented a wide variety of poems on themes like nature, patriotism, friendship, and values.

• They were judged on pronunciation, clarity, expression, voice modulation, and confidence.

• The audience enjoyed every recitation, appreciating the effort and emotions of each participant.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
A student from the junior group recited a patriotic poem with such passion that the hall resonated with applause and cheers, creating a truly emotional moment.

🏆 Outcome:

The judges praised the performances and selected the top three winners from each category. All participants were appreciated for their sincere efforts and beautiful recitations.

✨ Conclusion:
The Poem Recitation Competition brought rhythm, expression, and beauty of words into the Reading Promotion Week – 3. It inspired students to not only read poems but also understand their depth and meaning. The event celebrated the joy of literature in its purest form.

📖 Story Telling Competition – Reading Promotion Week - 3 (2025-26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh

15th January 2026 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

Aparna Patel – Class 3B 🥇 (1st)

Subhashree Sahu – Class 3B 🥈 (2nd)

Adyasha Sahoo – Class 4B 🥈 (2nd)

Ayush  Dadai – Class 5B 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Winners – Senior Category (Classes 6–8):

Seikh Farhana Rahmani – Class 8A 🥇(1st)

Adyashree Sahoo – Class 6B 🥈(2nd)

Priyanshi Pradhan – Class 6B 🥉(3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 3 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh began with a vibrant Story Telling Competition on 15th January 2026. Students from Classes 3 to 8 participated enthusiastically, narrating their favourite stories from the books they had read in the library. 

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Ms. Bijay Laxmi Parida (TGT-Sanskrit) and Mr. Jogeshwar Meher (PRT). The event was conducted group-wise for Classes 3–5 and 6–8, giving equal opportunities to showcase talent.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students confidently narrated tales filled with imagination, humour, and life lessons.

• Narrations reflected their reading habits, creativity, and presentation skills.

• Many participants used expressions, gestures, and voice modulation to bring their stories alive.

• The audience was deeply engaged, listening with curiosity and excitement.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One student narrated a folk tale with such enthusiasm that it felt like watching a live play. The expressions and energy left everyone applauding loudly.

🏆 Outcome:
The judges appreciated the storytelling skills, clarity of language, and confidence of the participants. Winners were declared from each group, and all participants were praised for their efforts.

✨ Conclusion:

The Story Telling Competition not only encouraged students to read more books but also gave them a platform to express themselves. It was indeed a perfect start to the Reading Promotion Week – 3, inspiring young readers to step into the magical world of stories.