The Impressions series is designed in accordance with the new pedagogical and curriculum structure 5 + 3 + 3 + 4 proposed under National Educational Policy [NEP] 2020. The series caters to the five foundational years and three preparatory stages [5 + 3 + 3] comprising Nursery, LKG, UKG, classes 1 – 5 and classes 6 . The aim of this series is to instil inquisitiveness and the passion for learning in children. Each part of the series is carefully planned and builds conceptual linkage with real-life experience for lifelong learning.

Special Features of the Book

•Key Idea: Highlights the real-life relevance and purpose of the chapter

•Let’s Connect: Warm-up to recall the learner’s prior knowledge

•Let’s Explore: Each chapter begins with a list of learning outcomes

•Snippet: Facts impart bits of important information related to concepts

•Let’s Collaborate: Encourages teamwork and discussion-based learning to develop communication and social skills.

•Skills: 21st century skills are incorporated to help students become aware global citizens

•Art Integration: Activities incorporated to promote learning by art

•Subject Link: Concepts are integrated with other subjects to promote interdisciplinary learning

•Word Bud: Introduces key terms with simple definitions to enhance understanding

•Let’s Recall: Comprehensive and precise summary of the entire chapter

•Let’s Practice: Provides a variety of questions and exercises to assess understanding and build retention of key concepts.

•HOTS: Encourages learners to think critically and develop reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

•Map Work: Enhances learning of geography through engaging map tasks

•SDG Connect: Questions linking the chapter with SDG themes

•360-Degree Holistic Progress Card: To assess student’s progress on parameters suggested in National Education Policy 2020

•Digital Support: Enhanced with additional digital support like ebooks, test generator and interactive classroom activities