Let library books shape our character, broaden our horizons, nurture our dreams: Principal JKPS Kunjwani
STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: “Books are treasures of knowledge and wisdom, offering lessons of the past, insights for the present and inspiration for the future”. With this impactful statement Jaskirat Kour and Manpreet Singh from Grade 3 Maple alongwith their classmates conducted the morning assembly on the topic Books are our best companions” at JK Public School Kunjwani.
Mahiyal Kour Poem presented an impactful poem on the topic:
Books are treasures, new and old.
They whisper secrets, tales untold!
Adventure n wisdom, pure as gold.
Books are magic, this is true!
A lifelong friend, always with you!
Urwa Ibtihaj quoted Neel Gayman, “A book is a dream that you hold in your hands”. Harsh Choudhary referred to Marcus Tullius Cicero, “A room without books is like a body without a soul”. Rahini Thapa quoted Albert Einstein, “The only thing you absolutely have to know is the location of the library”. Sanvi Mahajan referred to Stephen King, “Books are a uniquely portable magic”.
Avedna Engotra quoted Joseph Addison, “Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body”. Harseerat Kour referred to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, “Books are the treasure house of knowledge. A good book is the best friend who never betrays”. Adhyansh Jardial quoted Arundhati Roy, “The act of reading books is the act of transforming yourself”. Riaan Sharma referred to Plato, “Books give a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything”.
Principal JKPS Kunjwani Rajesh Rathore applauded the presenters from Grade 3 Maple for highlighting the importance of books so brilliantly and shared his perspective by saying, “Books introduce us to worlds beyond our imagination. They help us explore cultures, ideas, and experiences we may never encounter in our daily lives. Whether it’s a novel that takes us on an adventurous journey, a biography that teaches us resilience, or a textbook that expands our understanding, books enrich our minds and hearts in countless ways”.
“In this digital age, while technology offers quick answers, books provide deep insights. They teach us patience, critical thinking, and the joy of discovery. I encourage each one of you to make reading a daily habit. Let library books shape our character, broaden our horizons, and nurture our dreams”, he added.
“Dear students, create a personal library at home. Request your parents, uncles, aunts, grandparents, maternal grandparents and other relatives to gift you a book on your birthday. Nothing can be a better decoration item in a house than a nicely-stacked bookshelf. Share the photograph of your personal library with your class teacher in your respective Class WhatsApp group. Best three photographs from each section/every class shall be given fabulous prizes. Remember always: a reader today is a leader tomorrow. Make books your constant companions, and they will guide you toward success and wisdom”, he concluded.
