Bal Vikas Movement

Bal Vikas is a DIVINE MISSION for

 Transformation of mankind by guiding

young children in their formative years
 Carving out a life-style for young
children to follow , which will help them
to be loving and responsible adults

Started in 1969 by Bhagawan Sri

Satya Sai Baba as Bal Vihar
Main objective is Blossoming (Vikas)
of Human values to restore
Righteousnes (Dharma) in the world
Bal Vikas Objective
Overall
personality
developmen
t of the
child

Atma Buddhi Deha

Vikas Vikas Vikas
(INTELLEC ( MENTAL (PHYSICA
TUAL) ) L)
 Bal Vikas Techniques

Five teaching techniques

Stories
Prayers (slokas)
Silent sitting
Group singing (bhajans)
Group activities
Grouping of Children
Group I – Age 4-8 years
Group II – Age 9-11 years
Group III- Age 12 onwards
 GurudevoH Bavah

• BV movement due to active participation of

Ladies as Gurus
• Women are more compassionate and care for
welfare of society
• More than 5000 gurus in India
• BV gurus are like drill (PT) teachers
• “Be, Do and Tell” philosophy for gurus
• A good mother is a family asset, a good BV
Guru is a national asset
• More women & men too should join as BV Gurus
Step by Step Development
Intellectual (Value – Sathya/ Truth)

Physical (Value – Dharma/ Righteousness)

Emotional (Value – Shanti / Peace)

Psychic (Value – Prema / Love)

Spiritual (Value – Ahimsa / Non-violence)

 The Value Pyramid

GOOD CHARACTER

Good Habits and Behaviour ( 5 Ds –

Duty, Devotion, Discipline,
Discrimination and Determination
Control of thoughts, words and deeds (3
HV principle – Harmony of Head, Hand
and Heart )
 To Develop (SATHYA)
• TRUTH IN CHILDREN
– Intellectual Development
– Various aspects of Truth ( truthfulness,
enquiry, discrimination, self introspection,
intuition, hunger for knowledge etc)
– God is the ultimate truth
– Truth is one and is permanent
– Recognize the divinity in man
– Satyam Gnanam Anantam Brahma
 To Develop (DHARMA)
• RIGHT CONDUCT IN CHILDREN
– Physical development
– Self skills (physical cleanliness, healthy food habits,
self respect, self confidence,leadership skills, physical
fitness )
– Social skills (Discipline, time management, good
conduct, helping nature, sharing, good listening skills )
– Ethical skills ( prudent in usage of time and money,
respect for elders,obedience, courage, honesty, non
violent behaviour, treat all as equal, abstain from
stealing)
To Develop (SHANTI)

• PEACE IN CHILDREN
– Emotional development
– Peace in mind and heart
– 3Ps- Purity, Patience and Perseverance
– Meditation (silent sitting)
– Control of senses
– Concentration
 To Develop ( AHIMSA)
• NON-VIOLENCE IN CHILDREN
– Spiritual development
– Concept of ‘we are all in God and in the whole
creation too, God is in everybody’
– Jewels are many , but gold is same
– Variety of bulbs, but electricity is same
– Universal love and brotherhood
– Respect other religions and cultures
– Love for motherland and patriotism
– Commitment to do Social Service
– Living in Harmony and peace
– HELP EVER , HURT NEVER
 To Develop (PREMA)
• LOVE IN CHILDREN
– Psychic development
– BASIS OF ALL THE VALUES
– Chit vikas
– Love in Thought (Sathya), Action (Dharma)
Words (Shanti) and Understanding (Ahimsa)
– Sympathy, Empathy,Tolerance , Friendship,
Devotion, Respect for human race
– Love for God and all the fellow beings
– LOVE ALL SERVE ALL
 Bal Vikas TO Sri Satya Sai Seva
Organizations
BAL VIKAS TO ORGANIZATION

Story Telling Study Circles

Group Singing Bhajans
Group Activities Seva (Service)
Silent Sitting Meditation
 FINALLY
“Peace in the world can be achieved by
inculcating righteousness (Dharma) in the
hearts of individuals “
Righteousness in heart
Beauty in Character
Harmony at home
Order in Nation
Peace in the World
BV-EHV-3HV-EDUCARE
 Role of Parents
• Must compliment values taught in BV classes
• Must encourage children to be truthful and
righteous
• Must ensure that the children attend classes
regularly and participate in its activities
• Should try to become BV Gurus themselves
• Start participation in the activities of Sri Satya
Sai Seva Organizations at samithi level
(attending bhajans, doing seva / service)
 Silent Sitting
• Silent sitting – Process of turning in-
bringing the inner consciousness in the
forefront.
• Voice of God is heard in the depth of
silence.
• Effective means of communicating with
our inner-self.
 Silent Sitting – Why?
• To quieten the continuous chattering of
mind.
• To reduce the number of thoughts arising
in the minds.
• To experience Divinity- To calm the
agitated mind (Monkey mind)
• Child gets a chance to contribute, realize
his or her full potential when it gains
approval and emotional support.
 Techniques of Silent Sitting
• Correct posture of sitting.
• Posture should be comfortable.
• Distance between the two children should
be maintained while sitting.
• The body of the back should be 90
degrees.
• Eyes should be half closed.
• Sight should be aimed at the tip of the
nose.
 Duration & How
• Silent sitting for one or two minutes in the
beginning.
• To increase the duration in due course.
• Guided visualizations to help to focus
mind on one object or idea.
• Jyothi meditation.
• Practice of Sohum mantra.
 Silent Sitting
Benefits of Silent Sitting
• Improved Memory
• Better Concentration
• Feeling at Peace
• Equipoise
• Self Control
• Develops intuition
 Group Activities

• Benefits of Group Activities

• Interest and fun values.
• Activates creativity
• Builds self confidence
• Develops co-ordination
• Brings out inner talents
• Improves concentration
• Teaches skills
• Builds team works
• Encourages working with others
 Types of Group Activities
• Group discussion
• Group sharing
• Photo language
• Brain storming
• Quiz
• Attitude test
• Cultural Activities
• Creative work- Rangoli, Flower
arrangement,drawing.
• Value games
• Role play
• Spiritual & educational tours
 Technique of Story Telling
• 4 - 7 years(imagination)
• 8 – 10 years(Realistic)
• 11 – 13 years onwards(Factual)
 Technique ofStory Telling
• PREPARATION
• TELLING THE STORY
• FOLLOW UP
 PREPARATION
1 Choosing the story
2 Becoming familiar with the story
3 Preparing materials to help tell the story
 Choosing the story
• Choose according to the understanding
and intellectual development of the
children.
• The length of the story depends on the
age of the listeners.
• The story should illustrate the value being
taught.
• The story should stimulate the imagination
and creativity of children
 Technique of Story telling
• Tell the story. Donot read it.
• Be on the same level as the child.
• Choose appropriate stories to suit the
need of children and value being taught.
• Enjoy the story yourself.
• Be familiar with the story.
• Modulate your voice.
• Body language and facial expression are
very important.
• Use teaching materials to make the story
interesting.
• The teacher must practise what he or she
teaches.
 FOLLOW - UP
• Act out the story.
• Re-telling the story.
• Discussions.
• Questions.
 BENEFITS OF STORY
TELLING
• Helps develop listening skills.
• Generates genuine interests.
• Develops creativity.
• Stimulates imagination.
• Promotes relaxation.
• Gives inspiration.
• Humor and fun elements.
• Imparts knowledge.