Lesson 24: Senses Alert I have read a lesson called ‘Senses Alert’. This lesson stresses on the development of the five human senses of touch, smell, taste, hearing and seeing. We looked at pictures and described what they made us feel. We talked about at least one sense or more while talking about each picture. This helps to develop our imagination, as well as our senses. Quick Check 53 1) What factors do we have to keep in mind when we see the pictures in the books? 2) What are the five senses that will be developed by our imagination? 3) Name some of the different kinds of sounds mentioned in the text. 4) Name some of the tastes that are mentioned in the lesson. Senses Alert
New Words ] Word Meaning Example honk sigh the sound of a car horn The car was honking loudly at the traffic signal. slimy let out a long, deep breath She sighed loudly when she aroma expressing some emotion heard the news of her pet passing fragrance away. odour covered by an unpleasant The road outside our house screech slippery substance became slimy and slippery with 54 moss. delicious pleasant smell The aroma near the bakery pulled huge crowds towards it. sweet smell The fragrance of the flowers in the house spread all around. unpleasant smell The chemistry lab in school could be found by just following its nasty odour. loud, harsh cry She screeched loudly when the lights went off all of a suddenly. very tasty The guests thanked the hostess for the delicious dinner.
Lesson 25: The Man in the Moon I have read a poem called ‘The Man in the Moon’. The poem is an account of how a good skipper sailing in the sky spilt milk that he took from the Milky Way with a dipper. This was because he was frightened by the Big Bear and the Little Bear in the sky. Quick Check 1) What is the man in the moon remarkable as? 2) Where is the man on the moon sailing? 3) Where did the man in the moon dip from? 4) What did the Big Bear do? 5) What did the Little Bear do? 65 The Man in the Moon
New Words Word Meaning Example skipper master or a captain of a Kapil Dev has been one of the team or a ship best skippers of the Indian cricket team. dipper a) a container for taking out a) She was watching the little water girl, who was running around the house with a dipper. b) there are two constellations called Little b) Little dipper is a small and Dipper(Little Bear or Ursa faint constellation, the minor) and Big Dipper(Big brightest star of which is the Bear or Ursa Major) pole star. growled a low sound made in anger The dog growled when the cat took away his bone. howled to make a loud sound when The little boy howled when his in pain or in anger brother broke his favourite toy. remarkable an act that is worth notice or The Principal praised the students attention for their remarkable performance in the final exams. Milky Way The Milky Way is the galaxy NASA’s Hubble telescope has that contains our solar system relayed remarkable images of the Milky Way back to Earth and 66 delighted astronomers. spilled when something runs or falls All of Divya’s hard work went to from a container waste as the water spilled on her painting.
Lesson 26: Water in the Well I have read a story called ‘Water in the Well’. In this story, Kasim, a farmer buys a well from Ahmad to water his fields. But the cunning Ahmad asks him to pay separately for the well and the water in the well. This story is about how the wise Qazi teaches Ahmad a lesson. Quick Check 1) What was the name of the farmer? 2) To whom did the well belong? 3) What kind of a person was Ahmad? 4) What kind of a person was Kasim? 5) Why was Kasim shocked to hear Ahmad’s argument? 71 Water in the Well
New Words Word Meaning Example sorry feeling sad due to sympathy I feel sorry when I see animals for someone else’s misfortune being treated cruelly by their owners. unfair not fair, not honest Money earned through unfair means is soon lost. generous willing to give money or help The rich man was generous to his more than what is expected servants. crafty cunning The fox is a crafty animal. summoned send for, ask someone to be Akbar summoned Birbal to his present court. 72
Lesson 27: The Legend of Marathon I have read a story called ‘The Legend of Marathon’. In this story, the Greek hero, Pheidippides, carries a message from the battlefield of Marathon to his people in Athens. He runs a distance of over 40 kilometres under very difficult conditions. Quick Check 1) What is a marathon? 2) When was the first marathon race organized? 3) Where were the first Olympic Games held? 4) In whose memory is the marathon held? 5) Where did Pheidippides run to with the message? 77 The Legend of Marathon
New Words Word Meaning Example accurate correct, exact The boy provided an accurate description of the robber to the police. with a heavy with grief or sorrow The child left the toy shop with a heart heavy heart when his mother refused to buy him a toy car. terrain physical features of an area The route to the fort was through of land hilly terrain. anchored fixed or fastened a boat or The fishermen anchored the ship by dropping a heavy boat close to the sea shore. weight in the water devised thought of; planned The boy devised a plan to escape. strategists people skilled in planning Good strategists plan their work well. laid down his sacrificed his life; died Bhagat Singh laid down his life life for the freedom of our country. legend popular or great story, or Pele is a football legend. 78 tale commemorate to do something special to India Gate was built to remember and honour an commemorate the Indian important event or person soldiers who laid down their lives during World War I.
Lesson 28: All about Money I have read a lesson called ‘All about Money’. This lesson gives us information about the currency used all over the world and in India. It also tells us about the history of money and educates us about how we should handle our money. Quick Check 1) What is currency? 2) What are the currencies of USA and England? 3) Name some precious metals that were used as money in ancient times. 4) Where and when was paper money first used? 5) What do we need money for? 84
New Words Word Meaning Example currency a system of money used in a The currency of Singapore is country. Singapore dollars. barter exchange of goods and The barter system of exchange services for other goods and was practised in ancient times. services cowries the shells of a type of sea- The necklace made from snail cowries was very beautiful. farm produce things that have been The farmers sold their farm grown on a farm produce in the farmers’ market. implements tools The gardener stored his gardening implements in the store room. wages fixed, regular payment for The workers were waiting work done impatiently for their wages on the first day of the month. precious having great value The jeweller used precious stones to make the bracelet. unbelievable something that is difficult to The story that was narrated by 85 believe the children was unbelievable. All about Money
Lesson 29: A Lark I have read a poem called ‘A Lark’. In this poem, the poet is asking a lark if he is really happy soaring high in the sky alone. The poet also asks a goldfish if she really is happy under the cold waves. The poet asks them both if they want to exchange places. Quick Check 1) Write what the lark does. (Textbook, Pg. 71) 2) Write what the goldfish does. (Textbook, Pg. 71) 3) What is the name of the poet? 4) How is the sky and how are the waves? 5) What does he ask the bird about the clouds? 93 A Lark
New Words Word Meaning Example weary dreary without energy; tired He has been weary after a long longing day at school. soaring creep feeling sad or dull After fighting with his friends diving Rahul was in a dreary mood. glad desiring or wanting He has been longing to go on a something badly holiday. flying upward Rahul smiled in glee as his kite started soaring high in the sky. to move slowly and quietly The little girl screamed as she behind someone saw a spider creep towards her. jumping into the water The adventurers went diving deep in the sea to look for lost treasures. happy or joyful She was glad to get a new book. 94
Lesson 30: Be a Netizen I have read a lesson called ‘Be a Netizen’. The lesson talks about computers and how the use of computers has become an integral part of our lives. We learnt about the internet. We were also encouraged to become a part of this amazing revolution by becoming netizens! Quick Check 1) Have you ever seen or used a computer? (Textbook, Pg. 74) 2) What is the ‘Internet’? (Textbook, Pg. 74) 3) What is a website? (Textbook, Pg. 74) 4) What is the World Wide Web? (Textbook, Pg. 74) 5) What is meant by being ‘online’? (Textbook, Pg. 74) 98
New Words Word Meaning Example network systematic an arrangement of The spider makes a complex browsing intersecting horizontal and network of different kinds of surfing vertical lines threads. update download according to an agreed set We have to be more systematic of methods or agreed plans in our method of doing our unique tasks. to look through a book, I was browsing through the magazine or website biology book to look for a without reading everything suitable hair style. the activity of spending time While surfing the internet I found visiting different sites on the a fantastic website on music. internet to make something more The data about the children will modern or suitable by have to be updated regularly by adding new information the school. to copy or move She downloaded her favourite information on to the songs on to her laptop. computer’s memory from the internet 99 being the only existing one I would recognize your of its type handwriting anywhere because it is unique. Be a Netizen
Lesson 31: Give your Mind a Workout! 1 I have read a lesson called ‘Give your Mind a Workout!’ This is a lesson about keeping our mind as healthy as our body by making it work on puzzles, riddles and board games. Quick Check 1) What do we understand by the proverb ‘a sound mind in a sound body’? 2) Which simple games are mentioned in the lesson? 3) What do we need to do to keep our mind healthy just like our body? 4) What is the puzzle with nine pieces played on a square board by two people called? 5) In the Mathemagic trick, what answer do you always get? 106
New Words Word Meaning Example sound mind proverb the ability to think, reason A big decision should be made healthy and understand with a sound mind. workout puzzle a short, well-known saying ‘Too many cooks spoil the broth’ riddle is a popular proverb. in good physical or mental We should all try to live a condition healthy life. to exercise A good workout every day keeps us in good health. a game or toy which Nasir played with the puzzle for exercises our mind an hour before he could solve it. a question that describes She asked a riddle to all her something in a difficult and friends in class. confusing way 107 Give your Mind a Workout!
Lesson 32: Helen Keller I have read a story called ‘Helen Keller’. This is a story about a blind and deaf girl, who with the help of her teacher, overcame her handicap by learning how to read and write. Through this lesson, we have seen how education, strength and courage can help us lead a happy life. Quick Check 1) What was the name of the blind and deaf girl in the story? 2) How old was she when she became blind and deaf? 3) Who taught Helen how to read and write? 4) Helen Keller’s life is the story of......... (Textbook, Pg. 79) (a) a blind woman (b) courage, patience and struggle (c) a helpless, unfortunate girl 111 Helen Keller
New Words Word Meaning Example temper heat of mind shown in My grandfather has a quick devoted outbursts of anger and so temper. sensitive on obediently overflowed faithfully attached, loyal or Sachin is a devoted friend. affectionate darted incredibly very responsive to touch My skin is very sensitive to soap. distinctly 112 willingly; doing something I try to obediently follow my readily teacher’s instructions. flowed or ran over The river overflowed and caused great damage to the city. moved suddenly and swiftly The cat darted into the dark alley behind my house. hard to believe; The cyclist was moving unbelievably incredibly fast. clearly I distinctly remember seeing two men enter the building.
Lesson 33: Rangoli I have read a lesson called ‘Rangoli’. This lesson discusses the art of making Rangoli or ‘Rangaawali’ which is used to decorate houses and courtyards. It is famous in many regions of India and is called by different names. Rangolis are common especially during festivals. Quick Check 1) What does ‘Rangaawali’ mean? (Textbook, Pg. 82) 2) What is the most interesting feature of Rangoli? 3) Why are Rangoli lines made using coarse-grained powders? 4) What is most important when making a Rangoli? 5) What is Geru? 117 Rangoli
New Words Word Meaning Example vine a trailing woody-stemmed Many Rangoli designs are made in plant like a grapevine the shape of vines and creepers. courtyard an unroofed area in front Mr. Gupta waited in his courtyard to of the house which is welcome his guests who were either partially or coming to visit his family. completely surrounded by walls pleasing satisfying or appealing The new room’s curtains and furniture gave a very pleasing appearance to it. finely having been cut or made The soup has finely chopped into very small particles, vegetables in it. like a powder magnificent very good, excellent, The Principal complimented the extremely beautiful students’ magnificent performance during the annual day. coarse powdered material Rangoli powder is better to grip grained having particles that are when it is coarse-grained. slightly rough to touch 118 beautify to make or decorate We do a lot of things to beautify our something to make it houses like putting pretty curtains beautiful and show pieces fragrant having a pleasant odour The bouquet of roses is very fragrant. or smell
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