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Lesson Plan – Class 4 Mathematics
Chapter 8: “Weigh It, Pour It”

Aligned with NCF Curricular Goals (2024)

Detailed Lesson Plan

Concepts	Curricular Goals / Competencies (NCF 2023)	Learning Outcomes	Pedagogical Strategies	Integration with Other Subjects	Assessment	Resources (Digital / Physical)	21st Century Skills / Values / Vocational Skills	Extension / Real Life Application
Understanding Weight (g and kg)	CG-7 (C-26): Children make sense of their world by observing, comparing, and reasoning logically to classify objects and understand their relationships.	Students will be able to differentiate between light and heavy objects and identify which objects are heavier or lighter using appropriate reasoning.	Observation, comparison, and use of real-life objects for hands-on understanding.	EVS – Living & Non-living things	Sorting activity based on weights.	Objects, weighing balance	Observation, estimation	Compare weights of fruits and vegetables at home or market.
Units of Weight	CG-8 (C-37): Learners develop understanding of mathematical quantities, shapes, and measures, selecting and using appropriate tools and standard units for real-world measurement.	Students will be able to use the correct standard units such as gram and kilogram while measuring weights.	Demonstration using a weighing scale and unit labels on packages.	Science – Measurement	Worksheet and oral questioning.	Scale, packets	Analytical thinking	Read weight labels on packets at home or in shops.
Measuring with Balance	CG-8 (C-28, C-37): Learners engage in hands-on experiences using measurement tools to explore accuracy, comparison, and quantification of objects in their environment.	Students will be able to measure and compare weights using a pan balance and standard weights.	Hands-on practice using a physical balance and objects of known weight.	Home Science – Kitchen	Checklist and peer observation.	Pan balance, weights	Teamwork, accuracy	Measure rice, pulses, or grains at home.
Conversion of Units	CG-8 (C-37): Learners relate quantities and understand the relationship between different units, such as grams and kilograms, developing number sense and logical reasoning.	Students will be able to convert grams into kilograms and vice versa using the correct mathematical relation.	Demonstration and guided practice using examples and conversion charts.	Maths – Multiples and Factors	Worksheet practice.	Flashcards, charts	Logical reasoning	Compare the weights of items in grams and kilograms at a grocery store.
Measuring Capacity	CG-8 (C-37): Learners understand capacity and volume by using standard units (litre, millilitre) and perform real-life measurement activities.	Students will be able to identify and measure capacity using litres and millilitres accurately.	Water pouring and measuring activity using standard measuring cups.	EVS – Water usage	Worksheet and practical assessment.	Measuring cups, bottles	Problem solving	Measure and compare water quantity used at home for different tasks.
Relation ml–l	CG-8 (C-37): Learners convert between millilitres and litres, applying understanding of equivalence between units in practical contexts.	Students will be able to convert millilitres into litres and vice versa through observation and practice.	Demonstration using bottles of various capacities and conversion chart.	Science – Liquids	Oral and written exercises.	Bottles, measuring jars	Accuracy, attention to detail	Compare different milk and juice pack capacities.
Estimation and Verification	CG-13 (C-66): Children develop curiosity, observation, estimation, and verification skills through exploration and inquiry-based learning in real situations.	Students will be able to estimate the weight or capacity of objects and verify through actual measurement.	Estimation followed by measurement and reflection on differences.	Physical Education – weights in sports	Practice task and peer evaluation.	Scale, bottles	Observation, reflection	Estimate daily water or milk use at home.
Importance of Measurement	CG-8 / CG-13 (C-37 / C-66): Learners connect mathematical understanding with real-life applications, using observation, communication, and reasoning to explain importance of measurement.	Students will be able to explain why accurate measurement is important in daily life situations.	Discussion and role play involving shopkeepers, buyers, and measurement tools.	Language – communication skills	Oral questioning and self-reflection.	Props, weighing scale	Communication, reasoning	Observe market weighing activities and discuss experiences.

Suggested Activities (Short List)

Weighing Corner
Students bring classroom objects to weigh and record their weights.

Market Role Play
Buyers and sellers simulate a market with weighing balances.

Water Measuring Race
Teams fill bottles to exactly one litre as quickly as possible.

Conversion Game
Convert 250 g, 500 g, and 750 g to kilograms using flashcards.

Kitchen Capacity Hunt
Find utensils at home marked with millilitres or litres.

Guess & Check
Estimate weights before weighing them accurately.

Mirabai Chanu Story
Relate strength and balance to real-life measurement understanding.

Home Task
Measure daily water or milk use and record readings for a week.

Applied Curricular Goals (Detailed Reference)

• CG-7 (C-26): Children make sense of their world through observation, logical grouping, and reasoning.
• CG-8 (C-28 / C-37): Learners develop mathematical understanding of quantities, shapes, and measures.
• CG-13 (C-66): Learners develop curiosity and observation, estimate, explore, and verify findings.
• Integration Insight: EVS, Home Science, PE, and Language subjects reinforce experiential understanding of measurement.

NCF 2023–24 Aligned Lesson Plan | Class 4 Mathematics | Chapter 8: “Weigh It, Pour It”