Bula kids series to promote learning and prepare young children for school

During this second wave of COVID-19 in the country, as young children now have a new option to continue learning from home, platforms have been created for them.

UNICEF Pacific in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Heritage and Arts, launched an animated Television series known as Bula Kids, to build children’s learning and life skills using five children who portray the diversity of the community in Fiji.

The first episode of this TV series was launched on May 31 this year, on Walesi platforms.

Benefits to children

UNICEF Pacific Representative, Sheldon Yett said thousands of young Fijian children around the country would now be able to connect with Vili, Kamoe, Shreya, Iqbal and Zoe from Bula Kids to strengthen learning at home.

“The episodes focus on the alphabet, colours, counting, fire safety, manners, music, opposites, shapes, objects that sink and float, as well as basic hygiene,” he said.

Mr Yett said they were pleased that children would be able to learn important lessons through Bula Kids including how to properly wash their hands, a critical skill to stay healthy.

“We thank the Ministry of Education, Heritage and Arts for their partnership to provide a platform for children to continue learning, as well as to encourage parents to try the activities that are recommended at the end of each segment with their children,” he said.

Minister for Education, Heritage and Arts Rosy Akbar, highlighted the importance of ensuring continuity of learning for students, including the youngest learners, during the school closure.

“While our children need to be home for their own safety, we are providing a platform for children to learn, and also parents to get directly involved in the learning process with their children,” she said.

Ms Akbar said they wanted to make the process of animation enjoyable, as well as fruitful.

“We encourage parents to take the time and ensure their children are taking advantage of this valuable resource,” she said. com.fj