The Little Thinkers International School has introduced a new program into their curriculum.

In a delightful celebration of what they tag, “Cutlery Day” which they celebrated at the School’s premises in Port Harcourt on Monday, February 5, 2024, the pupils were taught how to use cutleries.

Onyekachi N. O., an administrator in the institution was seen imparting essential dining etiquette to the pupils.

She carefully guided them through the art of using cutleries, emphasizing proper positioning and the significance of table clothes.

She also conducted personalized sessions, addressing groups of five pupils at a time, ensuring individual attention for each young learner.

Her expertise extended beyond cutlery usage; she dedicated time to teach the students the importance of sitting properly at the table, discouraging the art of bending while eating.

 This hands on approach is not only aimed at instilling manners but also to foster a sense of refinement and sophistication among the school’s budding minds.

According to her, the rationale behind introducing the valuable skill to the young minds is to acquaint them with the 21st century activities for them to be organised anywhere they find themselves.

“The cutlery day in the teaching curriculum is very, very essential to the students, to the pupils, because it will help them meet up with the 21st century learning.

“The children can be able to compete with the children elsewhere, in their activities, wherever they find themselves they will be able to meet up to the standard.

“When those things are being presented to them, they will be able to use it without challenges”.

Meanwhile the students were very excited to participate in the scheme.

A student named Igiri Isabella expressed excitement, listing out things she’ll learn from the Cutlery Day Celebration.

“I will learn how to use cutleries, I will practice it with other students and I believe it will be really fun.

“How to set your table, how to place your fork, knife and spoon in the right direction, and how to use cutleries.

Another student named Davina Anthony Enejoh said her favourite part of the lessons was cutting the meat noting that it was her first time to use a table mat.

“My favorite part of the cutlery day is cutting the meat, it was fun, I learnt that when you’re eating with the cutlery, you don’t have to bend to eat the food, and also this is my first time of using table mat to eat”.