Revisit your childhood days with the magic of traditional old school games

The games we played, the fun we had, our childhood memories and old school games bring a smile on our face today also. It is truly said that childhood and school days are the best days of your life. From board and card games to getting clothes soiled in the mud, for us while growing up, play time never meant being glued to screens and exercising the thumb.

Playing outdoor games offers a healthy mental and physical status in a growing kid. They help shape a better personality, keep them in touch with nature and develop essential social skills.

As children, I am sure we have all played a lot of games with our friends: right from cricket to hide-n-seek to a game of hopscotch. There were so many fun outdoor games which I played as a child. We played a lot of games if we found them appealing. Lagori (Pitthu), Gilli-danda, Kho Kho – do you remember any of these names? If you’re in your 30s or 40s, the mere mention is bound to evoke nostalgia for summer days spent playing outdoors with friends. If you’re in your 20s, your parents and grandparents could tell you a tale or two about the magic of these childhood games.

One of my favourite childhood games was Pitthu. I wonder whether kids today even know what this game is all about. I have such fond memories of playing Pitthu with my friends in our colony park. It was a very popular game among kids of all age groups. It involves a ball and a pile of seven flat stones (which are stacked on top of each other). One member of a team throws the ball at the stack to knock the stones over. The team then tries to restore the pile of stones while the opposing team throws the ball at them. If the ball touches a person, she goes out of play and her team continues without her.

Few days back, while scrolling through Facebook, I came across Toiing. It’s a brand which offers a wide range of interesting and engaging toys. While scrolling down the page, I saw Lagori (Pitthu) which instantly made me feel nostalgia. I immediately ordered it for my daughter. I wanted to relive my favourite childhood game once again with her. 

Toiing’s StackToi pack contains:

•          A soft ball for young kids
•          A rubber ball for bigger kids (read: elders)
•          Seven coloured flat stones 

All packaged in a neat eco-friendly jute bag.

Do check out Toiing, for its exciting range of toys designed to make kids play with friends and family - laughing and learning like we did when we were young.

Now, my little one has started enjoying the game with her friends. We moms jump in to play too. I believe that each one of us should take some time out of our busy schedule and play these games with our kids. Moreover it builds our stamina with while bringing out the child in us. What more does one need?

Surajgarh Gurgaon- Urban village experience in the city

Located in the heart of the Metro, next to the lush green Golf Course, Surajgarh Gurugram offers sumptuous heritage, traditional Indian delicacies, mesmerizing village beauty, alluring garden areas, soothing fresh air, adventure sports activities and much more for the city dwellers, tourists, and explorers.

Surajgarh farm Gurgaon is a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It’s a perfect destination for the authentic Indian village experience. This elaborate farm is based in the outskirts of Gurgaon and has all the ethnic flavors for one to experience the essence of Rajasthani culture.

Activities to explore and relive our childhood

This property has a lot of activities for you to indulge in. From mud baths, swimming pool, camel rides, horse riding, rope climbing, magic performances, puppet shows, folk music performance, Mehendi art, carom board, dart game, and many more, this place assures you are entertained throughout your stay.

Adventure games and sports like a zip line, wall climbing, cricket, volleyball, etc doubled our fun. Kids enjoyed visiting the mini zoo, duck pond and the experience of taking out water from the well. It is definitely an unforgettable experience at Surajgarh Gurgaon.

Apart from the activities, one can relish delicious authentic Rajasthani food like daal bhaati churma, bajre ki roti with white butter and lassi, chilla, panipuri and many more that would make you fall in love with the place.

Surajgarh Farm is an awesome place to visit for a full day outing in Gurgaon with lots of fun activities for people of all age group. This "village in the city" concept promises a great time for kids, parents, and grandparents as it has something or the other for everyone.

Scope of Improvement 

There is a lack of ease and comfort in the travel route. Public transport will not be available easily

How Much Did It Cost

₹1100 - ₹1300/- per head

Best To Go With

Kids, Family, Friends and Colleagues

Grandparents are a blessing – They are angels delivered from heaven

Nobody can do for little children what grandparents do. Grandparents sort of sprinkle stardust over the lives of our little children – Alex Haley

 Establishing a bond with grandparents is great for kids in many ways. They are a positive role model and provide a sense of cultural heritage and family history. Grandparents provide their grandkids with love, have their best interests at heart, and can make them feel safe.

In today's world, though, families may be scattered across the country, and jam-packed school and work schedules may interfere with regular time with grandparents I am lucky my daughter is being brought up in a joint family. She has developed a close bond with her grandparents who are special and irreplaceable.

I am a working mom of a hyperactive four-year-old and expecting my second baby.  Juggling between 2 full-time jobs one as an employee of a startup and other as a mom, I can’t manage it all without the support of my in-laws and my parents. They have been there to help us from the beginning, with whatever we need and whenever we need it. They love my daughter more than their own kids, and I can trust them 100% with my kid’s life. Like, I don’t even have to worry for a second when I am not around and they are there—because I know that they’ve got things under control.

They tell the best, most playful, enthusiastic stories that my little one is absolutely charmed by. They get down on the floor and play with her. They take care of her so I can go to work without worrying about the care and comfort of my most precious treasure – my daughter.

I can’t thank them enough or repay my in-laws and parents for what they have done and are still doing for me and my daughter. It’s all through them that my daughter has imbibed good values. Today when we go on a holiday or for an outing without them, she feels incomplete and questions us why her complete family didn’t join her. She knows that her grandparents have a unique position within the family which no one can ever replace.

Thank you Mummy, Daddy, Mamma and Papa for always being there for Inaaya and me. We are indeed blessed to have you around.