1. Migration and Struggles of Daily Wage Workers 1.

Introduction: Discuss the importance of second chances in the context of Evans’

story.
Based on: “Lost Spring” (Flamingo) 2. Survey Results/Interview Insights: Include personal stories and data from your
interviews.
Project Idea: 3. Conclusion: Discuss how second chances can help individuals and improve society.

 Focus: The journey, hardships, and dreams of migrant workers in urban areas.
 Survey/Interview:
o Talk to daily-wage workers (like construction workers, street vendors, etc.). 3. Wildlife Conservation Awareness
o Or interview NGO workers who support them.
 Questions: Based on: “The Tiger King” (Vistas)
o Why did you migrate to the city?
o What challenges do you face in your daily work? Project Idea:
o How does this job impact your family life and children’s education?
o What would help improve your life or work conditions?  Focus: Awareness and efforts to protect endangered species and preserve
biodiversity.
Structure:  Survey/Interview:
o Survey people about their knowledge of endangered species.
1. Introduction: Explain why migration for work is common and the struggles that o Interview forest department staff, zoo keepers, or wildlife conservationists.
come with it (based on Lost Spring).  Questions:
2. Survey Results/Interview Analysis: Include statistics or real stories from your o Can you name any endangered species in India?
survey/interviews. o What do you think is the biggest threat to wildlife today?
3. Conclusion: Discuss possible solutions to improve their situation (like better wages, o What steps should be taken to protect endangered animals?
education, and government support). o Do you support wildlife conservation programs? Why or why not?

Structure:

2. The Role of Second Chances in Society 1. Introduction: Talk about the importance of preserving wildlife, focusing on
endangered species.
Based on: “Evans Tries an O-Level” (Vistas) 2. Survey Results/Interview Insights: Present your findings and how much awareness
people have about wildlife conservation.
Project Idea: 3. Conclusion: Discuss what needs to be done to protect endangered species and how
individuals can contribute.
 Focus: The idea that everyone deserves a second chance, especially in areas like
education, criminal justice, or personal mistakes.
 Survey/Interview:
o Interview teachers, social workers, or even ex-offenders (if possible). 4. Mental Health and Loneliness in the Elderly
o Ask people who work in rehab programs or correctional facilities.
 Questions: Based on: “My Mother at Sixty-Six” (Flamingo)
o Do you believe people deserve a second chance after a mistake?
o Can education be a second chance for someone who’s failed in life? Project Idea:
o Do ex-offenders or people with criminal records get enough opportunities for
rehabilitation?  Focus: How loneliness affects the mental health of elderly people and ways to
improve their well-being.
Structure:  Survey/Interview:
o Interview elderly people or their caretakers.
 oSurvey people in nursing homes or communities about mental health 1. Introduction:
support. o Begin by explaining migration in India: why people migrate for work,
 Questions: especially from rural to urban areas. Reference “Lost Spring” for context.
o How often do you feel lonely or isolated? 2. Survey/Interview Analysis:
o What activities help you feel more connected with others? o Present the data you’ve gathered from your survey or interviews. Include key
o Are there enough support systems for elderly mental health in your findings and real-life examples or stories.
community? 3. Conclusion:
o Do you think younger generations respect and care for elderly people o Summarize what could be done to improve the lives of migrant workers
enough? (better wages, government programs, educational opportunities for children,
etc.).
Structure:

1. Introduction: Discuss the emotional side of aging and its impact on mental health,
referring to the poem. 2. The Role of Second Chances in Society
2. Survey Results/Interview Insights: Share personal accounts or findings from your
interviews. Survey/Interview Questions:
3. Conclusion: Offer suggestions for addressing loneliness in the elderly (community
programs, family care, etc.).  For Teachers:
1. Do you think students who fail in exams should be given another chance to
prove themselves?
2. What role does redemption or second chances play in a person’s
1. Migration and Struggles of Daily Wage Workers development?
3. Do you believe that second chances should be offered to people with criminal
Survey/Interview Questions: records? Why or why not?
 For Social Workers/NGO Workers:
 For Daily-Wage Workers: 1. How does rehabilitation work for those who have served time in prison or
1. Why did you decide to leave your village and migrate to the city? made major life mistakes?
2. What kind of work do you do here? How did you find it? 2. What programs or policies do you think should be in place to give second
3. How many hours do you work each day? Is the work physically demanding? chances to ex-offenders or struggling individuals?
4. What is your daily income? Do you think it's enough for your family’s needs? 3. How important is it for society to offer second chances to people who have
5. How often do you send money back home? Is it difficult? made mistakes?
6. What challenges do you face in finding work?  For Students/Youth:
7. Do you feel your job provides enough security for the future? 1. Do you believe everyone deserves a second chance? Why or why not?
8. Are there any social benefits (like healthcare, housing) that you have access 2. What should be the limits of second chances (in education, relationships,
to? jobs)?
9. Do you feel there is any government support for workers like you?
10. What would improve your working conditions or quality of life? Structure:
 For NGO Workers or Social Workers:
1. What are the most common struggles faced by migrant workers in urban 1. Introduction:
areas? o Introduce the idea of second chances: how they help individuals grow and
2. How can the government or private sector help improve their living improve, referring to “Evans Tries an O-Level”.
conditions? 2. Survey/Interview Analysis:
3. Do you think there are enough job opportunities for migrants in cities? o Present your findings. You can compare how different people view second
4. How do you think education for migrant children can be improved? chances (teachers vs. youth, or ex-offenders vs. society).
3. Conclusion:
Structure: o Discuss the importance of second chances in different fields (education,
criminal justice, personal growth) and how society can provide them.
 1. How do you ensure your elderly family members’ emotional well-being?
2. What challenges do you face while caring for elderly relatives?
3. Wildlife Conservation Awareness 3. Do you think elderly people receive enough attention or care from the
community and government?
Survey/Interview Questions:
Structure:
 For Students:
1. Can you name any endangered species in India? 1. Introduction:
2. Do you know the reasons why these species are at risk of extinction? o Discuss the emotional struggles of aging, including loneliness and isolation,
3. What steps do you think the government and people should take to protect with reference to “My Mother at Sixty-Six”.
wildlife? 2. Survey/Interview Analysis:
4. Have you ever participated in any environmental or wildlife conservation o Present your findings from elderly people or caregivers, highlighting the
programs? impact of loneliness and how mental health can be improved.
5. How can schools raise more awareness about endangered species? 3. Conclusion:
 For Forest Department or Wildlife Experts: o Offer solutions for combating loneliness in the elderly (community
1. What are the biggest threats to wildlife in India today? involvement, more family support, mental health programs for seniors).
2. What are the most endangered species that people should be aware of?
3. What efforts are being made to protect these species?
4. How effective have these efforts been so far?
5. What can people do on a daily basis to help protect wildlife? Next Steps:

Structure: 1. Finalizing Your Report:

o You can now fill in your survey/interview responses into your project report.
1. Introduction: o Use quotes from your interviews and data from surveys to make your points
o Explain the importance of preserving biodiversity and the role endangered stronger.
species play in our ecosystems, referencing “The Tiger King”. 2. Presentation Ideas:
2. Survey/Interview Analysis: o Visuals: Include charts or graphs summarizing survey results.
o Present your findings about people’s knowledge and awareness of o Photos: If possible, add photos of interviews or related to the topic (with
endangered species and conservation efforts. permission).
3. Conclusion: o Personal Stories: Share a few personal stories or quotes from people you
o Discuss what needs to be done to improve awareness (educational interviewed to make your project more engaging.
campaigns, more conservation programs) and how everyone can contribute.

4. Mental Health and Loneliness in the Elderly

Survey/Interview Questions:

 For Elderly People:

1. How often do you feel lonely or isolated?
2. What activities or hobbies help you stay connected to others?
3. Do you have regular visits from family or friends? How does that affect your
mental well-being?
4. Are there any local support groups or activities for elderly people like you?
5. How do you think society can better care for its elderly citizens?
 For Caregivers or Family Members: