The Blue Planet — Environmental Studies Course Book for Class 1

Book excerpt: The Blue Planet, Environmental Studies is a series of five books for Classes 1 to 5. The series is planned to meet the vision of NCF(National Curriculum Framework), by the National Council of Educational Research and Training(NCERT). Salient features of the series · Each chapter is developed with well graded topics closely linked with the daily experiences of the children from their surroundings. · Concepts or topics are presented using simple language, illustrated with vibrant colourful pictures. · All the text are given in a logical manner for better understanding. · Each chapter is introduced with an interesting and interactive warm-up exercise as a Starter. · Many interesting facts related to each chapter are placed under Fact File to develop the natural curiosity in young minds and become a useful tool for extended learning. · In-text exercises and some hands-on activities are provided in In-Text Activities section to sharpen the concepts thoroughly. · Some moral values and good advices are put in the section of Granny Says to inculcate values and manners in children. · Suggestive guidelines for teachers are given in Teacher's Note to enhance the teaching learning process. · A variety of questions are provided in Let's Revise section at the end of each chapter, which encourage children to recall, compare and analyse different concepts and phenomena. · Two test papers are designed for Half Yearly Examination and Annual Examination in each book.