Study hard

Since the beginning of the month, Nana has been determined to study more diligently and consistently every night. She uses her phone to watch educational videos and look for practice questions. During the day, she studies in a quiet room while reviewing exam materials. When she faces difficulties, her foster mother patiently helps her, especially when learning about fractions. Her efforts have made her feel more confident during the exams. She recalled explanations from the videos and her foster mother while answering the questions. After the exams, Nana felt relieved because she had done her best.

Sakila and her classmates took part in a seed-sowing activity in the organic garden at Peduli Anak. Guided by their homeroom teacher, they learned about the initial process of planting. Sakila was part of the group that sowed lettuce seeds and looked enthusiastic throughout the activity. She paid close attention to every instruction and worked with great enthusiasm. For Sakila, this activity gave her valuable lessons about the importance of life and care for all living things.

After finishing her house and yard chores, Anisa was happy to spend the afternoon with her friends. They gathered at the Peduli Anak sports court to play badminton with Shay, a volunteer from France. Badminton is Anisa’s favorite sport, and the game was full of fun, laughter, energy, and cheers from friends who came to watch. For Anisa, this moment strengthened her friendship with both her peers and the volunteers.

Yola, along with her housemates and foster mother, went on an outing to the Manggong natural spring pool. There, she played in the water with her friends, splashing and laughing freely, creating a joyful and heartwarming moment. After enjoying the water, they had lunch together by the poolside. Yola also rented a float to safely swim in the deeper part of the pool. This outing became a memorable experience that strengthened Yola’s bond with her housemates and foster mother.

Over the past month, Inaya has been delighted by the arrival of volunteers at Peduli Anak. One of the most memorable experiences for her was when Ellen, a volunteer from China, taught ballet. Every evening, Inaya eagerly joined the ballet practice. Although it only lasted two weeks, Ellen’s presence gave Inaya a joyful and unforgettable new experience.

Galang is known as a friendly, sociable child who actively takes part in various activities at Peduli Anak. He showed great enthusiasm during a batik-making workshop with students from Green School Bali. In this activity, Galang learned how to mix colors using natural ingredients and carefully draw patterns. He eagerly asked questions and followed each step with focus, showing a strong interest in art. This experience not only enriched his skills but also nurtured patience, creativity, and a passion for learning new things.

Alia felt happy because she finally managed to memorize multiplication tables from 5 to 11—something that had previously been quite difficult for her. She studied regularly every afternoon with her best friend, Sita, who patiently helped her through games and praise as motivation. Thanks to fun practice sessions and memory tricks, Alia began answering questions with more confidence. She started to enjoy the learning process and realized that with effort and a friend’s support, difficult things can feel much easier. This learning moment became a valuable experience that motivated Alia even more.

Ibnu spent his free time watching a horror movie titled Sumala with his friends in the Peduli Anak hall. From the start, he looked excited as he enjoys horror films with mysterious storylines. During the screening, several scary scenes gave him chills and even made him cover his face with his hands at times. Despite feeling scared, his curiosity kept him focused on the storyline. For Ibnu, watching a horror movie together with friends was a thrilling and memorable experience.

Ramdan enthusiastically took part in the iftar gathering at Peduli Anak. He played an active role in the preparations, from peeling and cutting vegetables to washing them together with Pidia, Angel, and Anisa. In addition, Ramdan helped carry water gallons to the hall where the event was held. Despite fasting, he remained energetic and responsible. His dedication and care greatly contributed to the success of the event.