--- title: "Learning Through Play Activities for Kids in Mumbai | Happy Kidds" description: "Join Happy Kidds for creative learning through play. Our speech, drama, and phonics classes in Churchgate & Lalbaug help kids build confidence and communication." canonical: https://mytribe.in/happykidds06/speech-drama/learning-through-play-our-classroom-activities last_updated: 2026-02-16 --- # Learning Through Play and Classroom Activities Tribe Verified · 20 years of nurturing confident young learners By [Happy Kidds](https://mytribe.in/happykidds06) · Classes at Churchgate and around Lal Baug, Mumbai · ₹14K Per Quarter (estimate) Part of [Speech & Drama](https://mytribe.in/happykidds06/speech-drama). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/happykidds06/speech-drama/gallery) We believe learning happens best when it feels like play. From phonics to creative drama, our classroom in Churchgate and Lalbaug is designed to help children find their voice and spark their imagination. ## Photos and videos - ![The look of surprise and wonder on their faces during story time is priceless. We use dramatic expression to make every tale an adventure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/db6f990b-7be6-499a-b3ce-e392ccdcf79e) - [Video: After listening to the story of Little Red Riding Hood, our toddlers get creative with arts and crafts, helping them to visualize the story and express their imagination.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c47f3d6a-04ff-4e60-90e1-5d7dea476f1a) - [Video: Our phonics and reading program is interactive and fun. We guide children from recognizing letters and sounds to confidently reading sentences on their own.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9175f1cc-4bd1-40ba-989e-5d979fa5bdd4) - ![A typical day in our class involves group discussions and storytelling circles, where children learn to listen, take turns, and share their ideas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d8506cc9-6c67-4d56-9ccc-d3f76c4c5929) - ![Group hugs are a regular occurrence here. We foster a sense of community and emotional expression in all our activities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e32e57ce-ec4d-4acf-bc5d-acbc3abd80ce) - ![Children sit in a circle, fully engaged in a group activity. This setup encourages active participation and peer-to-peer learning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b64bda78-37b9-4e52-a7b4-5c4125fb4c0e) - ![An expressive moment during a drama game. These activities help children explore different emotions in a safe and playful way.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e16531f-ca61-4a25-9c28-18eb4cf6a52d) - ![Our little rockstars exploring performance and character through music and play.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2f0c73e5-ac0b-41e5-b1ab-6eab05309ccb) - ![Getting into character with a toy guitar, this little one is learning about stage presence and creative expression.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/879e0acd-12cf-4b07-8e94-91b09982902f) - ![A confident pose from one of our future performers during a fun, music-filled activity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ec72a57-5063-4bc7-b0c9-731296b8b881) - ![Focused on her "instrument," this student is lost in a world of imaginative play, a cornerstone of our teaching method.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b4c65389-0c92-4f9a-b3a5-7244ede018af) - [Video: From expressive faces to dramatic poses, our classroom is always buzzing with creative energy as kids prepare for their performances.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/46f0e65a-989b-4bdf-8bf4-b7bda3929de6) - [Video: Welcome to the Happy Kidds Restaurant. Through pretend play, children learn social skills, vocabulary, and how to collaborate on a shared goal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12f02936-d515-4560-930c-ff8bd6a0f52d) - ![So proud of her Goldilocks and the Three Bears craft project. We combine storytelling with art to make learning multi-sensory and memorable.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ea050fa-9444-4e17-99eb-6dcfe15d2983) - ![Another beautiful creation from our Goldilocks session. Each child adds their own unique touch to their artwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1557ed48-4601-4378-9896-5db6edac4cea) - ![This young artist proudly displays the bear's cottage he created, complete with a popsicle stick roof.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7273f04a-e76a-4dd5-af1f-70e1966584dd) - ![A beaming smile and a colorful craft. This is what joyful, hands-on learning looks like.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5beb5804-e7e1-440c-b628-34dec6d8f265) - [Video: A glimpse into the dynamic and energetic drama games that fill our classes with laughter and learning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4f00d3e7-86de-4132-b96a-a3cfa46e4897) - [Video: Children practicing their character movements and expressions in front of the mirror, a great tool for self-awareness and improvement.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f4d1979-75da-40fd-8a13-e36ca0e80b24) - [Video: Using character cutouts to tell the story of the Enormous Turnip, this activity helps children understand sequencing, characters, and teamwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/42e11701-05b4-4296-b31d-9ed575d9b978) - [Video: Story time is magic. We use props and interactive questions to improve focus, attention, and listening skills in our youngest students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a4a39d0c-cb04-4c40-b38f-b975eb390dfd) ## About Learning Through Play: Our Classroom Activities We don't just teach from a textbook. If you peek into our classroom, you'll see kids acting out stories like Goldilocks or running a pretend 'Happy Kidds Restaurant.' This hands-on approach is how we bridge the gap between simple play and building the essential communication skills and confidence they will carry into school and life. ### Our Classroom Approach Our curriculum is built on the belief that children learn fastest when they are having fun. Whether we are practicing phonics through interactive games or using music and movement to explore a story, our goal is to keep engagement high and anxiety low. * **Language & Phonics:** We move from letter recognition to fluent reading through fun, multisensory activities. We make sure every child gets the attention they need to grasp sounds, ensuring they feel successful rather than overwhelmed. * **Role-Play & Social Skills:** Our 'Happy Kidds Restaurant' isn't just a game; it is a structured way to teach collaboration, vocabulary, and social etiquette. By pretending to be restaurant staff or customers, kids navigate real-world social scenarios in a safe environment. * **A Second Home:** We know that a child can only learn when they feel safe. Our Churchgate and Lalbaug centers are designed to be warm, welcoming spaces where friendships are made and big talks happen. It is not uncommon to see our older students returning to help mentor the little ones, creating a full-circle community that feels more like an extended family than a school. * **Structured Progression:** From toddler years to teenage milestones, we offer a steady path. For those ready for more challenge, we incorporate Trinity College London exam prep, ensuring that their creative growth also has a clear, internationally recognized roadmap. ## About Happy Kidds We are Reshmma and BBijal. We started Happy Kidds with just one child twenty years ago, and today, we are proud to be a second home to hundreds of families. Our passion is watching our tiny tots grow, gain confidence, and eventually come back to mentor the next generation. 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