The Blue Planet, Environmental Studies is a series of five books for Classes 1 to 5.The series is planned
to meet the vision of NCF(National Curriculum Framework), by the National Council of Educational
Research and Training(NCERT).
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.
· A 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.
Goyal Brothers Prakashan