1. Super Senses
Content:
This chapter explores the heightened senses of animals and how they use them
for survival.
Objective:
To make students understand how different creatures perceive the world
differently through their senses.
2. A Snake Charmer’s
Story
Content:
Students learn about snake charmers, snakes, and how snakes have been part of various
cultures.
Objective:
To build awareness about reptiles, their importance in the ecosystem, and the
role of traditional occupations.
3. From Tasting to
Digesting
Content:
Covers the human digestive system, from tasting food to the process of
digestion and absorption of nutrients.
Objective:
To help students understand the journey of food through the body and the
functions of different digestive organs.
4. Mangoes Round the
Year
Content:
Focuses on food preservation techniques and why they are necessary, using
mangoes as an example.
Objective:
To introduce students to methods of preserving food and the importance of
preventing food spoilage.
5. Seeds and Seeds
Content:
This chapter discusses different types of seeds, their dispersal methods, and
how they grow into plants.
Objective:
To understand the life cycle of plants and the role of seeds in reproduction
and biodiversity.
6. Every Drop Counts
Content:
Talks about the importance of water conservation and how different regions face
water scarcity.
Objective:
To teach the significance of saving water and the role students can play in
conservation.
7. Experiments with
Water
Content:
Students perform simple experiments to learn about water’s properties, such as
density, solubility, and states.
Objective:
To develop an understanding of the properties of water through hands on
activities.
8. A Treat for
Mosquitoes
Content:
Focuses on diseases caused by mosquitoes, such as malaria, and preventive
measures.
Objective:
To build awareness about the causes and prevention of mosquito borne diseases.
9. Up You Go!
Content:
Describes a mountain expedition and introduces the physical and mental
challenges faced during such activities.
Objective:
To encourage teamwork, adventure, and an understanding of physical endurance.
10. Walls Tell
Stories
Content:
Students explore historical monuments and learn about the stories these
structures tell about the past.
Objective:
To appreciate the historical importance of monuments and the need for their
preservation.
11. Sunita in Space
Content:
This chapter discusses the life of astronauts, particularly Sunita Williams,
and the challenges of living in space.
Objective:
To inspire interest in space exploration and understand the science of living
in space.
12. What if it
Finishes…?
Content:
Explores the depletion of natural resources, particularly fuel, and its
consequences.
Objective:
To raise awareness about the overuse of natural resources and the importance of
sustainability.
13. A Shelter so
High!
Content:
Students learn about the different types of shelters and how they vary in
different parts of the world, especially in high altitudes.
Objective:
To understand how geography influences housing and the materials used for
shelter.
14. When the Earth
Shook!
Content:
Discusses natural disasters like earthquakes, their impact on people, and how
to stay safe during such events.
Objective:
To teach students about disaster preparedness and the impact of natural
calamities.
15. Blow Hot Blow
Cold
Content:
Students explore how air temperature changes with different activities like
blowing, and the science behind it.
Objective:
To introduce concepts of temperature and how air plays a role in daily
activities.
16. Who will do this
Work?
Content:
Discusses the social stigma associated with different kinds of work,
particularly manual labor.
Objective:
To promote dignity of labor and eliminate prejudice associated with certain
jobs.
17. Across the Wall
Content:
This chapter focuses on gender roles and how society creates barriers, using
sports as an example.
Objective:
To challenge gender stereotypes and encourage equality.
18. No Place for Us?
Content:
Explores the displacement of people due to development projects like dams and
the impact on their lives.
Objective:
To create awareness about social issues related to displacement and
resettlement.
19. A Seed Tells a
Farmer’s Story
Content:
Talks about the journey of a seed from planting to harvesting, and the
challenges faced by farmers.
Objective:
To develop respect for the hard work of farmers and the process of food
production.
20. Whose Forests?
Content:
Discusses the importance of forests and how deforestation affects wildlife and
indigenous people.
Objective:
To understand the role of forests in the ecosystem and the consequences of
deforestation.
21. Like Father, Like
Daughter
Content:
Focuses on heredity, explaining how traits are passed from parents to
children.
Objective:
To introduce the concept of heredity and genetic traits in a simple manner.
22. On the Move Again
Content:
Talks about migration and why people move from one place to another, either for
work, survival, or better opportunities.
Objective:
To develop an understanding of migration and its social and economic impacts.