NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Where do animals live
4. Where do animals live? Background The places of living or habitats of different animals vary. Some live in water, some on land, some burrow into the ground, some amongst bushes, some on leaf litters, etc. Human activities often disturb their natural habitat and threaten…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Social interdependence
9. Social interdependence Objective Background People in our immediate neighbourhood and society/community earn their livelihood by doing different kinds of work. Some are involved in agriculture related activities, others have jobs that provide services and some others are…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Sharing space
12. Sharing space Objective Background Different animals depend on each other in many ways. It may be interesting to study some aspects (elements) of interdependence within a small region like a house, a kitchen garden or a park. It can help learners to find some of the ways…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Reducing wastage of food
1. Reducing wastage of food Objective Background It is commonly observed that food is wasted/thrown away in many households, hotels, restaurants, parties, etc. This wastage could be reduced if proper practices are followed during preparation and serving of food. It is…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Nutrients in food
2. Nutrients in food Objective Background Food items that we consume in our homes or outside, contain nutrients in different proportions. Everyone of us needs to consume food items that contain different nutrients in sufficient amount in order to maintain a healthy body.…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Life in diverse regions
8. Life in diverse regions Background All living things adapt themselves to the environment in which they live. In fact, adaptability is essential for life to exist in different climatic conditions. Harsh climatic conditions and their impact on the lives of animals and…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Lets keep our surroundings clean
20. Let’s keep our surroundings clean Objectives Background It is often seen that irrespective of their education, place of work or any other social factors people lack the basic civic sense of keeping their surroundings clean. Littering is a common sight despite the fact that…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Knowing about cave art
16. Knowing about cave art Objectives Background The earliest form of the art, which has survived, is often referred to as cave art. Cave art has been found the world over including India. Some places where cave art is found in India are Bhimbetka and Bagh caves of Madhya…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Importance of terrace farming
13. Importance of terrace farming Objectives Background A terrace farm is a levelled section of a hilly cultivated area, designed as a method of soil conservation to slow or prevent the rapid surface runoff. Often a hilly land is changed into multiple terraces, giving it a …
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Great personalities of the past
19. Great personalities of the past Objective Background A city or village may be known for renowned writers, painters, poets, social reformers, soldiers, industrialists, social scientists, and scientists, etc., who were born or have worked in that place. Many of them find…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Getting to know trees
3. Getting to know trees Objectives Background There are many trees in our surroundings. But often we are unable to name them and we are also not aware of their usefulness. Methodology 1. Identify how many different types of trees are there in your school/colony. Make a list…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Exploring the history of a village or a city
18. Exploring the history of a village or a city Objective Background Every village/city, whether small or big, has a past. Many present features reflect the socio-cultural traditions and customs of the past. It may be interesting to prepare a brief historical report on the…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Exploring historical objects and places
15. Exploring historical objects and places Objectives Background In history an object assumes importance when we understand its value in the past. Careful observation of historical objects can help us unfold many secrets of the past. It could be a ceramic pot, painting, and…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Exploring community craftspersons
17. Exploring community craftspersons Objectives Background Pottery, woodcarving, glass work, metal work, weaving are some examples of crafts which require specific skills. A craft is a skilled trade. India has a wide variety of traditional crafts. A large number of persons…
NCERT Book Class 6 EVS Development of urban slums
14. Development of urban slums Objectives Background A slum area is an over populated urban area with sub-standard housing, hygiene and sanitation. Slum dwellers generally do not have access to clean water, electricity, sanitation and other basic services. Methodology 1. The…