Experiential learning introduces young children to the exciting world of buying, selling and entrepreneurship
A lively and engaging Market Day was organised for the Kindergarten section of Alevoor Poornaprajna Public School on 20 August 2026, transforming the learning space into an imaginative marketplace.
The programme was coordinated by Mrs. Vilasini and Mrs. Vijayalakshmi, with Mrs. Sandhya as host, and was conducted in the Kindergarten section.
The activity was designed as a hands-on economic learning
project, enabling children to take on the role of young entrepreneurs and
experience in a simple and enjoyable manner how a market functions.
Learning by Doing
Rather than explaining concepts such as markets, buying and selling only through classroom instruction, Market Day enabled children to experience them through participation.
Students assumed different roles and became involved in
creating a marketplace where goods or services could be presented and
exchanged.
For young children, this kind of role play develops an early understanding of how everyday economic activities operate around them.
Building Communication and Confidence
Market Day also encouraged children to communicate with one
another, make choices and participate confidently.
Activities of this kind naturally develop: confidence in speaking, social interaction, basic decision-making, cooperation, creativity and an early awareness of money and economic exchange.
The most valuable aspect of the programme was that children
were learning without feeling that they were being formally taught.
Experiential Education at APPS
At APPS, meaningful learning is encouraged through
activities that connect classroom ideas with everyday life.
Market Day demonstrated how even basic economic concepts can
be introduced at the Kindergarten level through play, participation and
experience.
The school appreciates the teachers who planned and
coordinated the programme and congratulates the children for participating with
such enthusiasm.
When Children Play the Role of Entrepreneurs, Learning Becomes an Adventure!