On the basis of your reading of the story and the discussion between the girls in the following picture, have a whole class discussion on-The Need to Recognize and Empower the Girl Child
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Save us. We have a dream too.
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The hardest profession to take in life is being a girl child!
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A whole range of discriminatory practices including female foeticide, female infanticide, son idolisation, early marriage and dowry have buried the future of the girl child
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A little amount of care, a handful of warmth and a heart full of love for a girl child can make a big difference.
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Did you know that every year 12 million girls are born in the country but unfortunately only 1/3 of those survive? Some are killed in the womb, some at the time of birth, some die due to ill health and some due to poor nutritional status.
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Why do people discriminate against us for nutrition and even education?
This question is to be answered on the basis of your own understanding, experience and thoughts. It is strongly recommended that you prepare the solution on your own. However, some pointers for discussion have been provided for your reference.
Need for compulsory education of girls on a primary level;
Discouraging female infanticide and pre-birth sex determination.
Making girls worth earning their own livelihood before they get married.
Reducing discrimination between boys and girls by various means like media, awareness campaigns, pamphlets, etc.
Healthcare and other facilities should be taken care of, etc.