Handbook On Understanding Science Through Activities, Games, Toys And Art Forms

Secondary Stage

PREFACE

Activities and demonstrations are crucial in the teaching-learning process of science. Conduct of activities on scientific concepts in a play-way method is expected to be effective for children at the secondary stage. The present publication is an attempt in this direction.

This book is an outcome of the efforts made in the direction of making science learning interactive, interesting and child-centric. This becomes more relevant considering the declining interest of children in learning science. Attempts has been made to suggest activities in the form of games, toys and fun generating concepts through a child-centric approach, so that the students at the secondary stage can learn the concepts in an interesting way.

The unique feature of this book is the suggestion of some innovative pedagogical strategies. Traditional games, which are struggling for their existence in the present era of technology, have been used as a tool to learn science concepts in an innovative manner. Indoor and outdoor games have been used as a pedagogic tool to learn science. This is expected to ultimately result in the holistic development of a child. Besides, some art forms have also been used to present the concepts of science in an interesting and interactive manner. Development of creative domain of a child through learning science is addressed through activities suggested in the handbook to make learning of science stimulating and exciting.

The activities, toys and games suggested in the handbook may be used for assessment as a tool for learning, assessment for learning or assessment of learning.

Another interesting feature of the book is the scope for involvement of children with special needs. In each and every activity this issue has been addressed and accordingly incorporated. It is expected to facilitate an inclusive setup in school in general and classroom in particular.

Sincere gratitude is due to the development team who have put their sincere efforts into bringing out this handbook. Also, thanks are due to the technical staff of the NCERT for their support in the entire process.