Environmental Science for The Young Scholar - 5

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE FOR THE YOUNG SCHOLAR is a series of five books specially designed for the schools following the CBSE curriculum. It conforms to the vision of the National Curriculum Framework 2023 and are strictly based on the CBSE and NEPs guidelines. The series is based on principles of child-centered education; activity based learning and holistic child development. Books also carries a variety of objective exercises like MCQs, true or false, fill ups, matching etc. In addition to curiosity, these books aim to develop communication skills, observation, estimation, investigation, critical analysis and evaluation skills.

SOME KEY FEATURES OF THE BOOKS ARE-

Age-appropriate content: The contents are tailored to the age and interests of the children.

Simple language: The language is related to the students’ daily lives so that they can connect with the concepts.

Visuals: The books include eye-catching illustrations and adequate visuals.

Activities: The books include activities such as quizzes, games, and hands-on projects to reinforce learning.

Open-ended questions: The books include open-ended questions at the end of each lesson to encourage divergent thinking and creativity.

Learning by doing: The books provide opportunities for children to express themselves, ask questions, and experiment.

Eco-friendly learning: The books promote sustainability and teach children how to protect the planet.

Examples from everyday life: The books develop understanding of biological, social, and cultural aspects of life by citing examples from everyday life

Yasmin Khan: She is an Educationist with 30 years of experience across progressive schools in New Delhi and Gurgaon. She launched the Paras World School in Gurugram and carried it forward till Grade 8. She has also worked in Vasant Valley School. Being one of the founder teachers, she has contributed to every area of the School’s journey to be ranked as the best School in India for many years. She has been teaching Environmental Science for several years.

Author and the series Editor-Richa Kaw She is a dynamic and resourceful teaching professional with genuine interest in student’s cognitive and social growth. She started her professional journey in 1985 with Presentation Convent, Srinagar. She has also worked with prestigious Schools of Delhi and Gurgaon which equipped her to take the next step as an author. Presently she is working as a felicitator, helping schools to redesign and create their curriculum aligned to NEP 2020.