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School, I believe, is much like that kaleidoscope for an intimidated four-year-old kid. A school is a place where the seemingly mundane - equations, textbooks, lectures - get fractured and rearranged, igniting a curiosity to explore and the classroom transforms into a portal, transporting me to the heart of every era.
In the literature class, I soar on dragon wings, navigate treacherous pirate seas, and whisper secrets with star-crossed lovers. Every book becomes a gateway, transporting me to landscapes both familiar and fantastical. The empathy cultivated in literature allows me to connect with others on a deeper level.
Debates crackle like lightning, forcing me to defend my beliefs and refine my understanding. Projects become laboratories of invention, where ideas take flight and failures become stepping stones to success.
And just like the kaleidoscope's ever-shifting patterns, the lessons learned in school don't remain static. The analytical skills honed in math class empower me to navigate the complexities of daily life. The resilience forged in tackling challenging concepts equips me to face life's inevitable hurdles.
So, the next time a child steps into a classroom, remember the kaleidoscope. Remember the potential for wonder, the spark of brilliance that lies within each lesson. For in that seemingly ordinary room, amidst the rows of desks and flickering lights, a universe of possibilities awaits, waiting to be explored, transformed, and ultimately, embraced.
Each experiment is a clue, each equation a cryptic message, leading us closer to unravelling the universe's grand mysteries. Bunsen burners hiss, microscopes reveal hidden worlds, and suddenly, the periodic table becomes a map of the cosmos.
A school is like a kaleidoscope to me.
By - Khalid Zafar
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