EarthWise is a new series on Environmental Studies for Classes 1-5. Powered by the principles of Competency Based Education (CBE), as envisioned by the NEP 2020, EarthWise covers important concepts in Environmental Studies, Science and Social Studies in a simple and clear manner. By doing so, the series aims to build a strong foundation in students so that the transition from primary to middle school is smooth and easy. The series encourages experiential learning and critical thinking through an activity-based approach. The series also aims to help young learners develop a sense of responsibility towards the environment.

• Learning outcomes: goals clearly matched to curriculum and Bloom’s taxonomy
• Concept maps: visual representation of relationships between concepts and ideas, that aid student understanding
• Let’s begin, Activity and Learn as you do: cross-curricular enrichment activities for experiential learning, 21st century skills, experiential skills, real-world applications of knowledge and 21st century skills
• Exercises, Passage-based and Picture-based questions, and Think and Answer
• (HOTS): sections that support critical thinking and formative assessment
• In Connection: concepts relevant to the topic covered by the NCERT syllabus
• Know more: interesting information relevant to the topic
• Values and life skills: thinking questions or situations that help develop social and emotional learning (SEL), critical thinking, and communication
• Our heritage: facts that showcase India’s rich past, culture and traditions
• Sample test papers: test papers that enable quick revision