Class 3 The World Around Us — Lesson Plans (Mapped with NCF 2023 Curricular Goals)

Class 3 The World Around Us — Lesson Plans

Concept-wise Lesson Plan (Mapped with NCF 2023 Curricular Goals)

Concept	Curricular Goals / Competencies	Learning Outcomes	Pedagogical Strategies	Integration	Assessment	Resources	Skills / Values	Extension
Observing Rain and Its Forms	CG 2, CG 7	Observe rainfall and describe effects.	Field observation, drawing.	Art, Language	Checklist	Notebook, chart	Curiosity	Rain diary
Journey of Rainwater	CG 7, CG 6	Trace what happens to rainwater.	Experiment, discussion	Science, Geography	Concept map	Soil, sand, bowls	Critical thinking	Groundwater awareness
Sources and Storage of Water	CG 7, CG 6	Identify different water sources.	Storytelling, visit	Social Studies	Quiz	Pictures, videos	Collaboration	Community awareness
Water Use and Conservation	CG 6, CG 4, CG 5	List uses of water and avoid wastage.	Brainstorming, role play	Moral Ed.	Group work	Charts, cards	Empathy	“Every Drop Counts”
Traditional & Modern Vessels	CG 12, CG 6	Compare old and new vessels.	Exhibit, interview	Art, History	Reflection	Clay, brass, steel	Creativity	Reuse traditional
Sharing Water	CG 4, CG 5, CG 6	Share water & care for beings.	Birdbath, discussion	Science, Moral Ed.	Checklist	Bowl, chart	Compassion	Provide water to animals

Suggested Activities

• Rain Observation Journal
• Mini Experiment on Absorption
• Water Source Visit
• Vessel Exhibition
• “Save Every Drop” Role Play

Concept-wise Lesson Plan

Concept	Curricular Goals / Competencies	Learning Outcomes	Pedagogical Strategies	Integration	Assessment	Resources	Skills / Values	Extension
Understanding Food Variety	CG 7, CG 9	Identify food types.	Group discussion	Art, Language	Worksheet	Pictures	Observation	Family meal discussion
Healthy & Balanced Diet	CG 6, CG 4	Explain balanced diet.	Storytelling, role play	Science	Matching groups	Charts	Health awareness	Follow balanced diet
Food in Seasons	CG 7, CG 6	Identify seasonal foods.	Sorting, chart making	Geography	Observation	Pictures	Analysis	Eat local foods
Food Sources	CG 7, CG 6	Classify plant/animal food.	Sorting, Venn diagram	Science	Quiz	Flashcards	Classification	Recognize food sources
Cultural Food Diversity	CG 12, CG 5	Recognize food diversity.	Map activity	Social Studies	Worksheet	Pictures	Respect diversity	Try regional dishes
Reducing Waste	CG 4, CG 5, CG 6	Reduce food waste.	Pledge, discussion	Moral Ed.	Observation	Posters	Empathy	Share meals

Suggested Activities

• Food Drawing & Naming
• Balanced Plate Chart
• Seasonal Food Collage
• Regional Food Fair
• Anti-Food Waste Pledge

Concept-wise Lesson Plan

Concept	Curricular Goals	Learning Outcomes	Strategies	Integration	Assessment	Resources	Skills	Extension
Cleanliness & Hygiene	CG1, CG4	Importance of hygiene.	Picture observation	Science	Checklist	Charts	Responsibility	Follow hygiene
Oral Hygiene	CG1, CG12	Learn brushing habits.	Storytelling	Moral Ed.	Oral Q&A	Brush model	Cultural respect	Practice brushing
Exercise & Fitness	CG1, CG3	Understand importance.	Outdoor games	PE	Observation	Sports tools	Teamwork	Play daily
Healthy Eating	CG7, CG4	Know balanced food.	Sorting, drawing	Science	Quiz	Flashcards	Decision making	Healthy meals
Safety & Play	CG1, CG5	Safe playing habits.	Role play	Social Studies	Evaluation	Charts	Awareness	Apply rules
Rest & Sleep	CG3, CG4	Importance of rest.	Story, routine chart	Language	Checklist	Planner	Self-awareness	Sleep routine

Suggested Activities

• Hygiene Chart
• Story Discussion
• Exercise Fun
• Healthy Plate Drawing
• Safety Sorting

Concept-wise Lesson Plan

Concept	Curricular Goals	Outcomes	Strategies	Integration	Assessment	Resources	Skills	Extension
Identifying Materials	CG7, CG2	Identify materials.	Observation walk	Science	Chart	Objects	Observation	Group household items
Transparency	CG7, CG3	Differentiate materials.	Light experiment	Science	Sheet	Glass, paper	Reasoning	Identify at home
Natural/Artificial	CG7, CG6	Classify things.	Picture sorting	Geography	Worksheet	Charts	Awareness	List nearby things
Properties	CG7, CG2	Compare textures.	Touch-feel activity	Language	Discussion	Objects	Critical thinking	Home observation
Solids, Liquids, Gases	CG7, CG1	Classify materials.	Demonstration	Science	Quiz	Bottles	Reasoning	Daily life examples
3Rs	CG6, CG5	Manage waste.	Role play	Art	Activity	Waste items	Creativity	Reuse materials

• Material Hunt
• Light Experiment
• Texture Test
• State Sorting
• Eco Craft

Concept-wise Lesson Plan

Concept	Curricular Goals	Outcomes	Strategies	Integration	Assessment	Resources	Skills	Extension
Pottery	CG2, CG12	Understand clay work.	Storytelling	Art	Feedback	Clay	Creativity	Visit potter
Making Clay	CG3, CG7	Make clay at home.	Demonstration	Science	Oral Q&A	Soil, bowl	Observation	Eco-friendly craft
Patterns in Nature	CG12, CG7	Observe natural patterns.	Drawing	Art	Portfolio	Sheets	Creativity	Nature drawing
Brick Making	CG7, CG6	Describe process.	Video demo	Social Studies	Worksheet	Clay molds	Respect for labor	Local materials
Types of Houses	CG7, CG6	Identify houses.	Comparison	Geography	Chart	Flashcards	Observation	Local study
Safety at Work	CG1, CG4	Recognize safety.	Role play	Moral Ed.	Checklist	Posters	Awareness	Safety chart

• Visit Potter
• Clay Prep
• Pattern Drawing
• Mini Brick Workshop
• Safety Skit

Concept-wise Lesson Plan

Concept	Curricular Goals	Outcomes	Strategies	Integration	Assessment	Resources	Skills	Extension
Understanding Waste	CG7, CG6	Identify waste creation.	Brainstorming	Science	Q&A	Pictures	Observation	Reduce waste
3Rs	CG6, CG5	Apply 3Rs.	Poster making	Art	Evaluation	Waste items	Creativity	Recycling craft
Clean Surroundings	CG1, CG4	Value cleanliness.	Clean-up drive	PE	Checklist	Brooms	Empathy	Community drive
Zero Waste Villages	CG7, CG6	Learn examples.	Storytelling	Social Studies	Writing	Videos	Awareness	Adopt ideas
Waste Segregation	CG7, CG3	Sort waste types.	Demonstration	Science	Worksheet	Bins	Decision making	Practice at home
Our Role	CG5, CG4	Promote Swachh Bharat.	Slogan writing	Civics	Competition	Posters	Leadership	Join awareness

• Waste Hunt
• 3R Craft
• Clean Class Campaign
• Segregation Game
• Slogan Poster