Description:
Amaira's The World Around Us (Environmental Studies) books for classes 1 and 2 are specially designed and developed as per the latest guidelines based on the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) and the National Curriculum Framework for Foundational Stage 2022 (NCF – FS 2022).
Salient features:
- Environmental awareness: The primary aim of these books is to introduce young learners to the wonders of the environment and instil in them a sense of responsibility towards the planet, aligning with the goals of environmental education.
- Engaging and child-friendly design: The books are designed with lively illustrations, simple language, and interactive activities to engage young learners effectively and make the learning process enjoyable.
- Comprehensive coverage: The content covers a wide range of topics relevant to classes 1 and 2.
- Holistic learning: The multidisciplinary approach integrates various aspects of environmental studies, including science and social studies providing a well-rounded education.
- Encourage children to observe and interact sensitively with plants, animals, and birds.
- Sufficient end-of-chapter exercises, such as Quick Response, MCQs, Enquiry Based Learning, Higher
- Order Thinking Skills and Active and Experiential Learning have been provided.
- Exercises are based on Bloom's taxonomy and efforts have been made to develop skills like critical thinking, creative skills, value-based learning and life skills, collaborative learning, and so on.
- Competencies and learning outcomes: The books are planned to achieve the competencies and the learning outcomes for classes 1 and 2
Series Author:
Latika Mishra, MSc, MPhil, Bed. She also has a Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication degree. She is a young author with immense academic energy. Environmental studies is the focus of her principal research and writings.