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201467 minGdocumentary

Small Things Big Things

201467 minGdocumentary

Entries between June 5, 2012, and April 28, 2013, reveal the daily learning experiences of students and teachers at Sita School in Bangalore, India.

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Saumyananda Sahi

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Entries between June 5, 2012, and April 28, 2013, reveal the daily learning experiences of students and teachers at Sita School in Bangalore, India.

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Saumyananda Sahi

Saumyananda Sahidirector

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At Sita School in Silvepura, Bangalore, students and teachers engage in daily learning activities from June 5, 2012, to April 28, 2013. The documentary captures their experiences, revealing the imaginative worlds they create and the close relationships they form. Through these narratives, education transforms into an art form, celebrating the creativity and connection found within the classroom. The film reflects on the everyday adventures that shape the lives of those at Sita School.

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