Chapter: Two Little Hands (Class 1 English)
| Concept | Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023) | Learning Outcomes | Pedagogical Strategies | Integration with Other Subjects / Areas | Assessment | Resources (Digital / Physical) | 21st Century Skills / Values | Extension / Real-Life Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Poem Recitation – “Two Little Hands” | CG-9 – Listening and rhythmic comprehension. CG-3 – Coordinating movement with learning. |
Recite poem with actions and understand the role of each body part. | Action recitation, rhythm clapping, body movement. | Physical Education, Music, TWAU. | Observation during recitation. | Poem audio, flashcards, body part chart. | Rhythm, coordination, observation. | Recite poem with gestures at home. |
| 2. Vocabulary – Body Parts (hand, leg, head, eye, ear, nose, mouth) | CG-9 – Vocabulary development. CG-7 – Sensory awareness and naming. |
Identify and name basic body parts correctly. | Flashcard game, song “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes”. | TWAU, Music. | Oral identification test. | Body part chart, mirror. | Observation, naming skill. | Point to your body parts when asked by family. |
| 3. Speaking – “This is my…” | CG-13 – Oral communication. CG-4 – Confidence and self-expression. |
Say short sentences using “This is my nose”, “These are my hands”. | Pair talk, teacher-led questioning. | Language, TWAU. | Oral participation checklist. | Pictures, puppets. | Communication, confidence. | Practise speaking names of body parts with family. |
| 4. Reading – “I See, I Hear” Sentences | CG-9 – Reading comprehension. CG-10 – Word-picture association. |
Read simple sentences like “I eat with my mouth”. | Flashcard reading, picture matching. | Language, TWAU. | Reading aloud test. | Sentence cards, textbook pictures. | Reading, association. | Match pictures to correct body part names at home. |
| 5. Listening – Follow Instructions | CG-6 – Listening and coordination. CG-3 – Gross and fine motor control. |
Follow teacher’s instructions while doing actions. | “Simon Says” game, classroom action sequence. | Physical Education, Music. | Observation during activity. | Audio or teacher cues. | Listening, coordination. | Play “Simon Says” with parents. |
| 6. Writing – Tracing and Letter Writing (A–Z) | CG-13 – Writing skill. CG-10 – Phonics and letter formation. |
Trace and write uppercase and lowercase letters. | Tracing worksheet, finger-tracing in air/sand. | Language, Art. | Notebook check. | Alphabet chart, sand tray. | Motor control, concentration. | Practise writing own name at home. |
| 7. Phonics – Beginning Sounds (a–z) | CG-10 – Phonemic awareness. CG-9 – Reading readiness. |
Recognise and say beginning sounds (a–apple, b–bag, c–cat). | Phonic chanting, picture association. | Language, Music. | Sound recognition check. | Phonic cards, audio support. | Sound discrimination, memory. | Find items at home starting with the same sounds. |
| 8. Art – My Hand Drawing | CG-12 – Art integration. CG-4 – Creativity and expression. |
Trace and decorate outline of hand using colours or craft bits. | Guided drawing and decoration. | Art, TWAU. | Creativity rubric. | Chart paper, crayons, bindis. | Fine motor skill, creativity. | Compare hand size with parents or friends. |
| 9. TWAU Link – Washing Hands | CG-5 – Health and hygiene awareness. CG-6 – Following healthy habits. |
Follow proper handwashing steps in sequence. | Demonstration and practice. | TWAU, Moral Science. | Observation checklist. | Water, soap, tap. | Hygiene, responsibility. | Practise handwashing before meals daily. |
| 10. Integration – Alphabet Phonics Song | CG-10 – Phonics and sound awareness. CG-9 – Listening rhythm and repetition. |
Sing A–Z phonic song and identify related pictures. | Choral repetition, visual chart reading. | Music, Language. | Oral participation. | Phonic chart, flashcards, song video. | Memory, rhythm, coordination. | Sing A–Z song at home with parents. |
Suggested Activities (Short Explanations)
- Body Part Song: “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes.”
- Simon Says: Follow commands using body parts.
- My Hand Art: Trace, decorate, and compare hand shapes.
- Phonic Parade: Show items starting with same sounds.
- Washing Drill: Demonstrate proper handwashing steps.
- Alphabet Song: Sing “A–Z” with phonic repetition.
- Pair Talk: Ask “What is this?” “These are my hands.”
- Letter Match: Match letters to phonic words (A–Z).
Chapter: Greetings (Class 1 English)
| Concept | Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023) | Learning Outcomes | Pedagogical Strategies | Integration with Other Subjects / Areas | Assessment | Resources (Digital / Physical) | 21st Century Skills / Values | Extension / Real-Life Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Basic Greetings – Hello, Good Morning, Good Night | CG-4 – Developing social and emotional awareness. CG-9 – Listening and understanding daily-use language. |
Use correct greetings at different times of the day. | Role play, flashcards, greeting song activity. | Language, Moral Education. | Observation during role play. | Flashcards, pictures of morning/evening scenes. | Social interaction, communication. | Greet parents and teachers appropriately at home/school. |
| 2. Vocabulary – Action Words (combing, eating, hearing) | CG-9 – Vocabulary development. CG-3 – Developing awareness through observation. |
Identify and use action words in sentences. | Picture-word matching, demonstration of actions. | Language, Physical Education. | Oral questioning, drawing activity. | Flashcards, action visuals. | Observation, comprehension. | Act out daily activities using correct action words. |
| 3. Phonics – Letter Sounds (f, g, h, i, j) | CG-10 – Phonemic awareness and sound recognition. CG-9 – Listening and pronunciation skills. |
Recognise letter sounds and match them to correct pictures. | Phonic chanting, circle-the-picture activity. | Language, Music. | Phonic worksheet evaluation. | Flashcards, sound chart, audio clips. | Listening, pronunciation accuracy. | Find items at home starting with the same sounds. |
| 4. Reading – Simple Sentences | CG-9 – Reading comprehension. CG-10 – Recognising patterns and simple sentence meaning. |
Read and understand short sentences like “I see my teacher.” | Shared reading, pointing and reading aloud. | Language, TWAU. | Reading aloud test. | Sentence cards, textbook pages. | Reading fluency. | Read short sentences daily at home. |
| 5. Writing – Short Sentence Formation | CG-13 – Writing and motor control. CG-10 – Grammar and word order understanding. |
Write short sentences using “I…” structure (e.g., “I play football”). | Copy writing, tracing, and sentence building. | Language, Art. | Notebook checking, tracing practice. | Worksheet, chart paper. | Fine motor development. | Write one new sentence daily about daily routine. |
| 6. Listening and Action – “Hop a Little” Poem | CG-3 – Coordination and movement. CG-9 – Listening comprehension and rhythm. |
Follow rhythm, actions, and sing the rhyme correctly. | Action recitation, group singing, movement integration. | Music, Physical Education. | Observation and oral response. | Audio song, chart of actions. | Coordination, rhythm. | Perform rhyme at home for family. |
| 7. Speaking – Picture Talk | CG-13 – Oral communication and confidence. CG-6 – Observation and description. |
Describe actions seen in a picture using simple English. | Guided question and answer session. | TWAU, Language. | Oral participation. | Textbook picture, flashcards. | Expression, vocabulary use. | Describe any family activity at home. |
| 8. Grammar – Action Words Practice | CG-10 – Grammar comprehension. CG-7 – Logical connection between word and action. |
Match correct action words to pictures. | Matching activity, pair work. | Language, Logic. | Worksheet review. | Flashcards, board visuals. | Analytical thinking. | Identify actions of family members and say aloud. |
| 9. Play Activity – Hopscotch | CG-3 – Gross motor coordination. CG-5 – Teamwork and participation. |
Follow rules of hopscotch and count numbers while hopping. | Outdoor activity, guided physical play. | Math (numbers), Physical Education. | Observation and counting accuracy. | Outdoor markings, chalk, numbers chart. | Team spirit, coordination. | Play hopscotch and call out numbers aloud. |
| 10. Art & Creativity – Draw Actions | CG-12 – Creative expression through art. CG-4 – Self-expression. |
Draw a picture showing any action (jumping, eating, sleeping). | Drawing and labelling activity. | Art, Language. | Art rubric. | Drawing sheet, crayons. | Creativity, observation. | Display drawings in classroom action chart. |
Suggested Activities (Short Explanations)
- Greeting Chain: Students greet each other using “Good morning”, “Good night”.
- Action Match: Match pictures like jumping, combing, eating.
- Hop a Little: Recite and act the rhyme with gestures.
- Picture Talk: Identify actions from given picture cards.
- Hopscotch Game: Jump and count numbers from 1–10.
- Sound Hunt: Find things that begin with f, g, h, i, j.
- Draw & Label: Draw a picture showing “I am eating.”
- Morning Greeting Song: Sing “Good Morning to You” as a warm-up.
Chapter: Picture Time & Five Little Monkeys (Class 1 English)
| Concept | Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023) | Learning Outcomes | Pedagogical Strategies | Integration with Other Subjects / Areas | Assessment | Resources (Digital / Physical) | 21st Century Skills / Values | Extension / Real-Life Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Picture Observation – Animals and Surroundings | CG-6 – Developing observation and environmental awareness. CG-7 – Making sense of the world through inquiry. |
Identify animals, birds, and objects from the picture. | Picture talk, question-answer, discussion about animals seen around. | TWAU, Art. | Oral observation check. | Textbook picture, animal flashcards. | Observation, vocabulary. | Identify similar animals near your house or school. |
| 2. Vocabulary – Animal Names | CG-9 – Vocabulary development. CG-10 – Word-sound association. |
Name common animals and match them with their pictures. | Flashcard matching, animal sound mimic game. | TWAU, Music. | Worksheet or oral naming test. | Animal toys, picture cards. | Language enrichment. | Match animals to sounds during play. |
| 3. Poem Recitation – “Five Little Monkeys” | CG-9 – Listening comprehension. CG-3 – Coordination and rhythm. |
Recite poem with rhythm and actions, count numbers backward. | Choral recitation, action demonstration, counting integration. | Math, Music, Physical Education. | Observation during group recitation. | Audio of rhyme, monkey puppets. | Coordination, numeracy, rhythm. | Perform rhyme with gestures during morning assembly. |
| 4. Counting and Numbers (1–10) | CG-8 – Developing number sense. CG-3 – Logical sequencing and coordination. |
Count numbers forward and backward through rhyme and play. | Counting on fingers, number hop game, rhythmic recitation. | Mathematics, Music. | Oral counting test. | Number cards, chart, abacus. | Numeracy, rhythm. | Count toys or fruits at home. |
| 5. Rhyming Words – Tree / Knee, Five / Alive | CG-10 – Phonemic awareness. CG-9 – Listening and sound discrimination. |
Identify and create rhyming pairs from the poem. | Rhyming word chart, pair activity. | Language, Music. | Oral activity sheet. | Poem chart, flashcards. | Phonics, creativity. | Find and share two rhyming words from home objects. |
| 6. Sight Words – each, is, and, one, two, three, four, five | CG-9 – Reading comprehension and fluency. CG-10 – Word recognition. |
Read and recognise sight words from poem lines. | Flashing cards, reading aloud in pairs. | Language. | Oral recognition test. | Word wall, chart paper. | Reading fluency. | Read sight words during home reading practice. |
| 7. Grammar – Rhyming and Sound Patterns | CG-10 – Phonics and sound blending. CG-9 – Reading and speech clarity. |
Recognise rhyming patterns and sound repetition in words. | Pair practice, rhyming song. | Language, Music. | Phonics worksheet. | Chart, poem audio. | Pronunciation, auditory skills. | Make a new rhyme with your own words. |
| 8. Writing – Join the Dots (Alphabetical Order) | CG-13 – Writing readiness and motor control. CG-3 – Fine motor development. |
Join letters A–Z in correct order to complete a picture. | Alphabet tracing, guided drawing. | Art, Language. | Worksheet completion. | Alphabet sheet, pencil, crayons. | Hand-eye coordination. | Practise tracing letters at home. |
| 9. Matching – Animals and Names | CG-7 – Logical classification. CG-9 – Word-picture association. |
Match pictures of animals with their English names. | Pair activity, flashcard matching game. | TWAU, Language. | Worksheet checking. | Animal name cards. | Memory, logic. | Label animal pictures in notebook. |
| 10. Moral – Safety and Care | CG-5 – Socio-emotional development. CG-4 – Awareness of safety and empathy. |
Understand importance of being careful and avoiding risky behaviour like monkeys. | Story discussion, safety rule chart. | Moral Education, TWAU. | Oral reflection. | Pictures, chart. | Empathy, safety awareness. | Discuss with parents about safety during play. |
Suggested Activities (Short Explanations)
- Picture Talk: Observe and discuss animals in the given picture.
- Animal Sound Game: Make and guess animal sounds.
- Recitation: Perform “Five Little Monkeys” with actions.
- Counting Game: Count objects using fingers.
- Rhyming Race: Match rhyming words from the rhyme.
- Alphabet Dots: Join A–Z to complete a fish drawing.
- Animal Match: Match animal names to pictures (lion, rabbit, frog).
- Safety Talk: Discuss why the monkeys got hurt and how to play safely.
Chapter: The Cap-seller and the Monkeys (Class 1 English)
| Concept | Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023) | Learning Outcomes | Pedagogical Strategies | Integration with Other Subjects / Areas | Assessment | Resources (Digital / Physical) | 21st Century Skills / Values | Extension / Real-Life Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Story Reading – “The Cap-seller and the Monkeys” | CG-9 – Listening comprehension. CG-4 – Understanding emotions and actions. |
Listen and retell story events in sequence. | Storytelling with actions and voice modulation. | Language, TWAU, Moral Education. | Oral comprehension questions. | Story pictures, puppet props, flashcards. | Listening, imagination. | Share the story with parents in simple English. |
| 2. Sequencing – Story Events | CG-7 – Logical thinking and order understanding. CG-9 – Reading comprehension. |
Arrange story pictures in correct order. | Cut and paste sequencing activity. | Language, Art. | Sequence worksheet. | Printed story strips, glue. | Logical thinking. | Tell any other story in correct order. |
| 3. Vocabulary – cap, basket, monkey, tree | CG-9 – Vocabulary building. CG-10 – Word-picture association. |
Recognise and use new words in sentences. | Picture labeling, pronunciation practice. | Language, Art. | Worksheet evaluation. | Flashcards, real basket, toy cap. | Language enrichment. | Point and name objects around home. |
| 4. Grammar – Beginning Sounds (c, m, b) | CG-10 – Phonemic awareness. CG-9 – Sound recognition. |
Identify words starting with same sound. | Circle-the-sound game, phonics chanting. | Phonics, Music. | Oral quiz. | Phonics chart, word cards. | Listening, sound discrimination. | Find home items starting with the same sound. |
| 5. Speaking – Role Play (Monkeys & Cap-seller) | CG-13 – Oral communication. CG-4 – Emotional expression. |
Enact story parts using simple dialogues. | Group dramatization, puppet play. | Drama, Moral Education. | Participation rubric. | Puppets, caps, basket. | Confidence, expression. | Perform story in class assembly. |
| 6. Phonics – Short “a” Sound Words | CG-10 – Phonemic and word decoding. CG-9 – Reading readiness. |
Read and form words like cat, cap, bat, mat. | Word-building and clapping for syllables. | Language, Music. | Word matching sheet. | Alphabet cards, audio clips. | Sound awareness. | Spot “a” sound words in storybooks. |
| 7. Reading – “Catch Me If You Can” Poem | CG-9 – Reading fluency. CG-10 – Rhyming and rhythm recognition. |
Read poem lines with correct rhythm. | Choral reading, clapping per word. | Language, Music. | Observation during recitation. | Poem chart, flashcards. | Rhythm, coordination. | Read poem with family members. |
| 8. Writing – Picture Sequencing & Colouring | CG-13 – Fine motor skill and handwriting. CG-3 – Visual coordination. |
Number and colour pictures based on story sequence. | Guided drawing and numbering activity. | Art, Language. | Notebook check. | Worksheet, crayons. | Observation, creativity. | Draw your favourite part of the story. |
| 9. Listening & Doing – Action Commands | CG-3 – Coordination through movement. CG-6 – Following verbal instructions. |
Follow teacher commands – catch, throw, open, close. | Interactive “Listen and Do” game. | Physical Education, Music. | Oral observation. | Audio cues, flashcards. | Coordination, alertness. | Practise similar instructions with parents. |
| 10. Art & Craft – Mask Making (Cat & Rat) | CG-12 – Art integration and creativity. CG-5 – Collaborative activity. |
Make and decorate animal masks using paper. | Guided craft activity with narration. | Art, Language, Moral Science. | Participation observation. | Paper plates, colours, threads. | Creativity, teamwork. | Use masks for story dramatization at home. |
Suggested Activities (Short Explanations)
- Story Time: Narrate “The Cap-seller and the Monkeys” with puppets.
- Monkey Mimic: Children copy actions of the teacher like monkeys did.
- Rhyming Claps: Clap on every rhyming word in “Catch Me If You Can”.
- Sound Sort: Group words with same beginning sounds (cap, cat, cup).
- Mask Craft: Create and wear cat or rat masks for dramatization.
- Listen & Do: Follow instructions – “Open your box”, “Catch the ball”.
- Story Sequencing: Arrange the 4 story pictures in correct order.
- Explore Nature: Draw birds and animals seen around your home.
Chapter: A Farm & Animals and Birds (Class 1 English)
| Concept | Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023) | Learning Outcomes | Pedagogical Strategies | Integration with Other Subjects / Areas | Assessment | Resources (Digital / Physical) | 21st Century Skills / Values | Extension / Real-Life Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Poem – “A Farm” (Old MacDonald) | CG-9 – Listening and rhythmic comprehension. CG-3 – Coordination and pronunciation. |
Recite the rhyme with rhythm and animal sounds. | Action rhyme, sound imitation, singing with claps. | Music, TWAU. | Observation and oral performance. | Poem audio, animal sound cards. | Listening, coordination, joy of learning. | Sing and replace animals in the rhyme at home. |
| 2. Vocabulary – Farm Animals | CG-9 – Word-picture association. CG-10 – Vocabulary expansion. |
Identify animals like cow, hen, goat, pig, sparrow. | Flashcard naming game, farm scene observation. | TWAU, Art. | Oral naming and matching test. | Animal flashcards, toy animals, farm chart. | Language development. | Visit a local farm or discuss animals seen nearby. |
| 3. Phonics – Animal Sound Words | CG-10 – Phonemic awareness. CG-9 – Sound-word connection. |
Recognise sounds like moo, cluck, meow, oink. | Sound imitation, “Guess the Animal” game. | Music, Language. | Listening test. | Audio clips of animal sounds. | Auditory learning. | Identify animal sounds while watching videos. |
| 4. Reading – “Animals and Birds” | CG-9 – Reading comprehension. CG-7 – Observation and identification. |
Read and understand short text about animals and birds. | Shared reading, picture pointing, teacher modeling. | TWAU, Language. | Oral reading fluency test. | Textbook pictures, reading chart. | Observation, comprehension. | Identify domestic animals near your home. |
| 5. Speaking – Colour and Describe | CG-13 – Oral communication. CG-6 – Expressing observation. |
Speak sentences: “A cow is white.” “A parrot is green.” | Pair conversation, guided questioning. | Language, TWAU. | Speaking rubric. | Flashcards, coloured pictures. | Confidence, vocabulary use. | Describe animals seen on television or at home. |
| 6. Grammar – Last Sounds in Words | CG-10 – Phonics and spelling awareness. CG-9 – Pronunciation accuracy. |
Identify ending sounds like /t/, /p/, /m/. | Sound sorting, circle-the-ending-sound activity. | Language, Phonics. | Worksheet evaluation. | Sound chart, word cards. | Phonemic discrimination. | Find words at home ending with the same sound. |
| 7. Classification – Domestic and Wild Animals | CG-7 – Logical reasoning. CG-6 – Environmental awareness. |
Differentiate between domestic and wild animals. | Sorting game, T-chart classification. | TWAU, Art. | Matching worksheet. | Animal picture cards. | Analytical thinking. | Discuss which animals can live at home. |
| 8. Colouring & Labelling – Farm Scene | CG-12 – Art integration. CG-3 – Fine motor development. |
Colour farm animals and write their names correctly. | Guided drawing and colouring activity. | Art, Language. | Art rubric and spelling check. | Worksheet, crayons, chart paper. | Creativity, handwriting. | Make a small animal poster for classroom display. |
| 9. Listening – Animal Sounds Quiz | CG-9 – Listening comprehension. CG-3 – Auditory association. |
Identify animals by listening to their sounds. | Audio quiz, “Who Am I?” game. | Music, Language. | Oral answers. | Audio clips or teacher’s imitation. | Listening skill. | Play the same sound quiz at home. |
| 10. Moral – Kindness Towards Animals | CG-4 – Ethical and emotional development. CG-5 – Social empathy. |
Understand importance of treating animals kindly. | Story discussion and moral talk. | Moral Education, TWAU. | Oral reflection. | Story video or chart. | Empathy, values. | Feed birds or keep a water bowl for animals. |
Suggested Activities (Short Explanations)
- Sing & Imitate: Recite “Old MacDonald” replacing animals and sounds.
- Farm Talk: Identify animals and say where they live.
- Sound Quiz: Guess animals by their sounds.
- Animal Chart: Paste pictures of domestic and wild animals.
- Colour Fun: Colour farm animals and label them correctly.
- Pair Talk: Ask – “What is the colour of a parrot?” “It is green.”
- Phonic Hunt: Find words ending in t, m, or p sounds.
- Kindness Pledge: Discuss ways to help and protect animals.
Chapter: Fun with Pictures & A Visit to the Market (Class 1 English)
| Concept | Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023) | Learning Outcomes | Pedagogical Strategies | Integration with Other Subjects / Areas | Assessment | Resources (Digital / Physical) | 21st Century Skills / Values | Extension / Real-Life Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Picture Talk – Fruits and Vegetables | CG-6 – Observation and environmental awareness. CG-7 – Naming and categorising objects. |
Identify fruits and vegetables in the given picture. | Guided questions, visual talk, naming activity. | TWAU, Art. | Oral responses, observation checklist. | Picture chart, flashcards, real fruits/vegetables. | Observation, categorisation. | Identify fruits and vegetables at home or market. |
| 2. Poem – “Fruits for All” | CG-9 – Listening and rhythmic comprehension. CG-4 – Sharing and empathy. |
Recite the poem with rhythm and understand sharing values. | Choral recitation with claps, fruit role play. | Music, Moral Science. | Oral performance observation. | Audio clip, fruit props. | Rhythm, empathy. | Share fruits at home with friends or family. |
| 3. Activity – Fruit Chaat Preparation | CG-5 – Cooperation and hygiene awareness. CG-3 – Hands-on coordination. |
Participate in making fruit chaat with teacher’s help. | Group preparation, hygiene discussion, sharing circle. | TWAU, Moral Science. | Participation and hygiene habits observation. | Fruits, knife (teacher use), plates. | Teamwork, cleanliness, sharing. | Prepare and share fruits at home responsibly. |
| 4. Story Reading – “A Visit to the Market” | CG-9 – Reading comprehension. CG-7 – Environmental and situational understanding. |
Read and understand short story about Mini’s visit to market. | Shared reading, role play (Mini & Father). | TWAU, Language. | Reading aloud and comprehension questions. | Textbook story, picture cards. | Observation, comprehension. | Describe your last visit to a market. |
| 5. Vocabulary – Market Words | CG-10 – Vocabulary building. CG-9 – Word-picture connection. |
Recognise and use words like tomato, basket, orange, cabbage. | Flashcard matching, picture labeling. | TWAU, Art. | Worksheet completion. | Word cards, real samples. | Language enrichment. | Use words while shopping with parents. |
| 6. Grammar – This / These, That / Those | CG-10 – Grammar and sentence formation. CG-9 – Practical usage of pronouns. |
Use “this”, “that”, “these”, “those” correctly in context. | Demonstration using real fruits and vegetables. | Language. | Oral activity test. | Flashcards, objects. | Grammar application. | Identify objects at home using correct demonstratives. |
| 7. Reading – Sight Words Practice | CG-9 – Reading fluency. CG-10 – Word recognition. |
Read sight words such as “his, her, these, those, behind.” | Flashing words on board, sentence reading. | Language, TWAU. | Oral sight-word check. | Word wall, reading cards. | Reading fluency, confidence. | Spot sight words in storybooks at home. |
| 8. Writing – Colour and Write | CG-13 – Writing skill and colour association. CG-3 – Fine motor control. |
Colour fruits/vegetables and write their names. | Guided drawing and writing activity. | Art, Language. | Notebook checking. | Worksheet, crayons. | Creativity, handwriting. | Make your own fruit chart at home. |
| 9. Speaking – Role Play “At the Market” | CG-13 – Communication and expression. CG-5 – Cooperation and social skill. |
Use simple dialogues: “How much is this?”, “Give me apples.” | Group dramatization with props. | Language, TWAU. | Participation and fluency. | Props: baskets, fruits, fake money. | Confidence, vocabulary. | Practise same dialogues during real market visits. |
| 10. Moral – Do Not Waste Food | CG-4 – Ethical and social awareness. CG-5 – Respect for food and gratitude. |
Realise importance of food and avoid wasting it. | Story discussion and class pledge. | Moral Science, TWAU. | Reflection discussion. | Video clip or chart on food waste. | Responsibility, empathy. | Practise taking only required food during meals. |
Suggested Activities (Short Explanations)
- Picture Naming: Identify fruits and vegetables shown in charts.
- Fruit Song: Sing “Five Yellow Mangoes” or “Five Red Apples.”
- Fruit Salad Activity: Prepare fruit chaat together in class.
- Role Play: Enact “At the Market” with dialogue practice.
- Word Circle: Pass a fruit and say its English name aloud.
- Colour & Write: Colour and label favourite fruits/vegetables.
- Food Pledge: “I will not waste food.” Display it in class.
- Market Talk: Discuss what you see and hear in a market.
Chapter: The Food We Eat (Class 1 English)
| Concept | Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023) | Learning Outcomes | Pedagogical Strategies | Integration with Other Subjects / Areas | Assessment | Resources (Digital / Physical) | 21st Century Skills / Values | Extension / Real-Life Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Story Reading – “The Food We Eat” | CG-9 – Listening and comprehension. CG-5 – Empathy and sharing. |
Listen to the story and understand the value of sharing food. | Story narration with puppets or flashcards. | Language, Moral Science. | Oral comprehension questions. | Storybook, props (tiffin boxes). | Listening, empathy. | Share your tiffin with a friend at school. |
| 2. Vocabulary – Food Words (poori, idli, paratha, chilla, fruits) | CG-10 – Vocabulary enrichment. CG-7 – Awareness of regional diversity. |
Identify and name different food items from the text. | Flashcard activity, food picture naming game. | TWAU, Art. | Oral naming and matching test. | Flashcards, food chart. | Language development. | Talk about your favourite food at home. |
| 3. Speaking – Sharing Experience | CG-13 – Oral communication and expression. CG-4 – Social-emotional development. |
Talk about sharing food with friends or family. | Circle talk, pair discussion. | Moral Education, Language. | Oral expression rubric. | Props: lunch box, toy fruits. | Communication, empathy. | Practise saying “Thank you” when someone shares food. |
| 4. Reading – Sight Words | CG-9 – Reading readiness. CG-10 – Word-picture connection. |
Read words like lunch, share, fruits, thank, have, sick. | Flashing sight words, reading aloud in pairs. | Language, TWAU. | Oral reading test. | Word cards, textbook. | Reading fluency. | Spot sight words during home reading. |
| 5. Grammar – This / These, Is / Are | CG-10 – Grammar and structure understanding. CG-7 – Logical sentence construction. |
Use correct demonstratives and verbs while describing items. | Sentence formation with real objects. | Language, TWAU. | Worksheet checking. | Charts, sentence strips. | Grammar practice, logic. | Say sentences like “This is my lunch.” “These are my fruits.” |
| 6. Writing – Match and Label | CG-13 – Fine motor writing skills. CG-3 – Visual coordination. |
Match pictures of food with their names and write labels. | Guided worksheet and colouring task. | Art, Language. | Notebook activity. | Worksheet, crayons. | Creativity, accuracy. | Label your lunch box items at home. |
| 7. Phonics – Short and Long Vowel Sounds | CG-10 – Sound recognition. CG-9 – Listening discrimination. |
Differentiate between short and long vowel sounds. | Sound games: food–foot, eat–it, hot–hut. | Language, Music. | Oral sound test. | Audio clips, flashcards. | Phonemic awareness. | Find similar sound words in storybooks. |
| 8. Let’s Do – Draw Your Lunch Box | CG-12 – Art integration. CG-5 – Self-expression and care for food. |
Draw and colour what you bring for lunch. | Guided drawing, sharing explanation of drawings. | Art, Language. | Drawing rubric. | Chart paper, crayons. | Creativity, awareness. | Share why you like that food. |
| 9. Listening – Food Sound and Word Game | CG-9 – Listening comprehension. CG-3 – Coordination and recall. |
Identify food items by listening to clues (e.g., “I am round and yellow.”). | “Who Am I?” riddle game. | Language, TWAU. | Oral participation. | Audio or teacher narration. | Critical thinking. | Play the same guessing game with family. |
| 10. Moral – Respect for Food and Farmers | CG-4 – Ethical development. CG-6 – Environmental awareness. |
Understand that food is valuable and should not be wasted. | Story reflection, “Thank You Farmer” poster creation. | TWAU, Moral Science, Art. | Participation and discussion. | Chart paper, markers, videos. | Gratitude, empathy. | Say “Thank you” to helpers who serve food. |
Suggested Activities (Short Explanations)
- Lunch Box Talk: Share what’s in your tiffin with classmates.
- Food Chart: Paste pictures of favourite foods and label them.
- Rhyme Time: Sing a short poem about food and sharing.
- Who Am I? Quiz: Guess food items from teacher’s clues.
- Thank You Farmer: Draw and colour a thank-you note for farmers.
- Sharing Circle: Discuss how it feels to share food.
- Market Match: Match fruits and vegetables to their colours.
- Food Pledge: “I will not waste food and will share with others.”
Chapter: The Four Seasons (Class 1 English)
| Concept | Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023) | Learning Outcomes | Pedagogical Strategies | Integration with Other Subjects / Areas | Assessment | Resources (Digital / Physical) | 21st Century Skills / Values | Extension / Real-Life Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Poem – “The Four Seasons” | CG-9 – Listening and rhythmic comprehension. CG-7 – Understanding changes in nature. |
Recite and identify features of each season – summer, winter, monsoon, spring. | Action rhyme, flashcards, weather sound effects. | Music, TWAU. | Recitation and oral questioning. | Poem audio, season flashcards. | Observation, rhythm, memory. | Relate seasons to personal experiences. |
| 2. Vocabulary – Summer, Winter, Monsoon, Spring | CG-10 – Word recognition and meaning. CG-6 – Observation of surroundings. |
Identify and spell the four seasons correctly. | Flashcard matching, spelling games. | Language, TWAU. | Oral and written spelling check. | Word wall, chart paper. | Language enrichment. | Match real-life clothing to each season. |
| 3. Reading – “Let’s Read” Passages | CG-9 – Reading comprehension. CG-7 – Understanding through observation. |
Read short texts on seasonal changes. | Guided reading with teacher assistance. | TWAU, Language. | Reading aloud and answering questions. | Textbook, word cards. | Reading fluency, comprehension. | Observe changes in weather every day. |
| 4. Speaking – What to Wear in Each Season | CG-13 – Oral communication. CG-6 – Relating personal habits to weather. |
Speak in sentences about what we wear in summer, winter, etc. | Pair talk using picture prompts. | TWAU, Moral Science. | Oral rubric and participation. | Clothes pictures, flashcards. | Communication, observation. | Identify appropriate clothes to wear at home. |
| 5. Grammar – Use of “It is…” | CG-10 – Sentence structure awareness. CG-9 – Usage in context. |
Form simple sentences like “It is hot.” “It is raining.” | Sentence building and picture prompts. | Language. | Worksheet completion. | Flashcards, worksheets. | Grammar practice. | Say daily weather sentences at home. |
| 6. Activity – Paper Hat Making | CG-12 – Art integration. CG-3 – Fine motor coordination. |
Follow folding steps to make a paper hat. | Step-by-step guided folding activity. | Art, TWAU. | Observation and completion check. | A4 sheet, crayons. | Creativity, coordination. | Make a hat for sun protection in summer. |
| 7. Listening – Sound of Seasons | CG-9 – Listening discrimination. CG-3 – Coordination through auditory cues. |
Identify sounds like rain, wind, thunder, birds. | Audio quiz and sound matching. | Music, TWAU. | Oral response. | Audio clips, nature videos. | Listening, concentration. | Listen to real weather sounds outside classroom. |
| 8. Writing – Weather Words and Pictures | CG-13 – Writing readiness. CG-7 – Vocabulary enrichment. |
Write words like hot, cold, rain, flowers. | Colour and label pictures of each season. | Art, Language. | Notebook check. | Worksheet, crayons. | Creativity, handwriting. | Draw and label your favourite season. |
| 9. Poem – “Pitter Patter” | CG-9 – Listening and recitation. CG-4 – Emotional expression through art. |
Recite poem with rhythm and actions. | Sing-along, clapping, role-play of rain. | Music, Drama. | Observation and performance rubric. | Poem audio, props (umbrella, hat). | Creativity, rhythm. | Perform poem in morning assembly. |
| 10. Moral – Respect Nature’s Cycles | CG-4 – Ethical and emotional awareness. CG-6 – Environmental sensitivity. |
Realise importance of different seasons for life and food. | Story discussion and reflection talk. | TWAU, Moral Science. | Oral reflection. | Charts, seasonal videos. | Awareness, gratitude. | Discuss how plants, animals, and humans depend on weather. |
Suggested Activities (Short Explanations)
- Season Song: Sing “The Four Seasons” rhyme with actions.
- Clothes Sort: Match clothes to correct seasons.
- Sound Quiz: Guess sounds of rain, thunder, wind, birds.
- Paper Hat Craft: Make a hat as shown in textbook steps.
- Weather Talk: Say sentences like “It is rainy today.”
- Drawing Time: Colour and label favourite season scene.
- Rhyme Performance: Recite “Pitter Patter” in pairs.
- Season Collage: Paste magazine cuttings showing all four seasons.
Chapter: Anandi’s Rainbow (Class 1 English)
| Concept | Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023) | Learning Outcomes | Pedagogical Strategies | Integration with Other Subjects / Areas | Assessment | Resources (Digital / Physical) | 21st Century Skills / Values | Extension / Real-Life Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Story Reading – “Anandi’s Rainbow” | CG-9 – Listening comprehension. CG-4 – Emotional connection with nature. |
Understand story about rainbow, colours, and imagination. | Storytelling with visual aids and expressive reading. | Language, Art, TWAU. | Oral questioning and recall. | Storybook, picture cards, rainbow chart. | Listening, imagination. | Observe the sky after rain and describe colours. |
| 2. Vocabulary – Colours of the Rainbow | CG-10 – Vocabulary enrichment. CG-7 – Observation and naming colours. |
Identify and name the seven colours of the rainbow. | Colour recognition through chart and drawing. | Art, TWAU. | Colour naming test. | Colour pencils, flashcards. | Observation, memory. | Identify rainbow colours in clothes or objects. |
| 3. Speaking – Talking About Favourite Colours | CG-13 – Oral communication. CG-4 – Expression of personal preferences. |
Speak in full sentences about favourite colour. | Pair conversation using prompts “I like… because…” | Language, Moral Science. | Speaking rubric. | Colour cards, classroom chart. | Confidence, expression. | Discuss favourite colour with parents at home. |
| 4. Grammar – Use of “and”, “but” | CG-10 – Grammar and sentence linking. CG-7 – Logical thinking in language. |
Use conjunctions to connect ideas, e.g., “I like red and blue.” | Sentence joining activity using colour words. | Language. | Worksheet activity. | Chart paper, sentence strips. | Logical sequencing. | Write sentences about clothes using “and”. |
| 5. Art Integration – Painting with Rainbow Colours | CG-12 – Art and self-expression. CG-3 – Fine motor coordination. |
Paint or colour flowers using seven rainbow shades. | Guided drawing and painting activity. | Art, Language. | Art rubric (creativity and colour use). | Drawing sheet, paints, crayons. | Creativity, colour sense. | Decorate classroom with rainbow art. |
| 6. Observation – Changes in the Sky | CG-6 – Environmental awareness. CG-7 – Scientific observation. |
Identify clouds, sun, and rainbow after rain. | Outdoor observation walk. | TWAU, Science. | Questioning and oral report. | Real sky observation, videos. | Curiosity, awareness. | Observe sky during different times of the day. |
| 7. Writing – About Myself | CG-13 – Writing skill and self-awareness. CG-5 – Self-identity expression. |
Write about name, age, favourite colour, and likes. | Guided writing using sentence starters. | Language, Moral Science. | Notebook review. | Worksheet, pencil. | Self-expression, handwriting. | Complete similar exercise at home. |
| 8. Poem Connection – “Pitter Patter Rain” | CG-9 – Listening to rhythm. CG-3 – Coordination with action. |
Recite poem with rain sound effects. | Action rhyme, singing, body movement. | Music, Language. | Performance observation. | Audio clips, props (umbrella). | Rhythm, coordination. | Perform with group during rainy season assembly. |
| 9. Activity – Draw the Sky | CG-12 – Artistic creativity. CG-7 – Observation skill. |
Draw sky scenes like rainbow, sun, clouds. | Free drawing with guided observation. | Art, TWAU. | Art display review. | Crayons, chart paper. | Observation, imagination. | Share drawing with classmates. |
| 10. Moral – Appreciating Nature’s Beauty | CG-4 – Emotional and ethical appreciation. CG-6 – Care for environment. |
Develop sense of wonder and respect for nature. | Story reflection and classroom discussion. | Moral Education, TWAU. | Oral reflection. | Pictures, nature videos. | Empathy, appreciation. | Spend time observing nature daily. |
Suggested Activities (Short Explanations)
- Colour Hunt: Find seven colours around the classroom.
- Sky Talk: Describe what you see in the sky today.
- Painting Fun: Paint rainbow and label its colours.
- Story Drama: Enact “Anandi painting flowers.”
- Poem Recitation: Sing “Pitter Patter” with hand actions.
- Observation Walk: Step out and identify cloud shapes.
- My Favourite Colour: Speak a few lines about your favourite colour.
- Nature Art: Use leaves and petals to create a rainbow collage.
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