The Blue Planet — Environmental Studies Course Book for Class 1: The Blue Planet

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.