Introduction
- Did you know the year is like a big magical story with four different chapters? These chapters are called Seasons!
- In India, we have four seasons—summer, monsoon (rains), autumn, and winter. But not all countries have all four! Some places are hot all year, while others stay cold and snowy.
- We will first learn about the four seasons and then read stories about each of them. Let’s explore how our world changes throughout the year!
Spring
- Description: Spring is a time when the weather starts getting warmer after the cold winter.
- Key Features: Children play outside, and colourful flowers bloom everywhere.
- New Words: Bloom (to open and show flowers), Play (to have fun and games)
Word Meanings: Bloom means when flowers open up, and play means having fun with games and friends.
Try yourself:
What is the main characteristic of spring?
- A.Warm weather and blooming flowers
- B.Snowfall and cold temperatures
- C.Hot weather and dry conditions
- D.Windy weather and falling leaves
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Summer
- Description: Summer is the hottest season of the year.
- Key Features: People try to stay cool and often go for a swim in the pool to beat the heat.
- New Words: Dip (to go into the water quickly), Pool (a place to swim)
Word Meanings: Dip means going into water for a short time, and pool is a place where you can swim.
Monsoon
- Description: A monsoon is a season when heavy rain falls.
- Key Features: Clouds in the sky become dark and filled with rain.
- New Words: Monsoon (a season of heavy rains)
Word Meanings: Monsoon is a special word for the rainy season.
Winter
- Description: Winter is the coldest season.
- Key Features: People enjoy the warmth of the sun on sunny winter days.
- New Words: Rays (beams of sunlight)
Word Meanings: Rays are the beams of sunlight that make you feel warm.
Summer – Brinda’s Visit to Hyderabad
- Description: Brinda and her family visit Hyderabad during the hot summer.
- Clothing: Brinda wears a cotton frock to stay cool.
- What Others Wear: Brinda’s mother, father, grandfather, grandmother, and brother may wear light and comfortable clothes to beat the heat.
Winter – Prithvi in Shimla
- Description: Prithvi goes to Shimla, which is a cold place during the winter.
- Clothing: Prithvi wears warm clothes to stay comfortable in the cold weather.
- Objects in the Picture: In the picture, you may see snow, people in warm coats, and maybe even a snowman.
Try yourself:
Which season is known for heavy rains?
- A.Summer
- B.Monsoon
- C.Winter
- D.Spring
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Pitter Patter
Monsoon – Picture Hunt
- Description: Look at the picture and circle the words you see related to the monsoon.
- New Words: Pitter patter (the sound of light raindrops falling)
Word Meanings: Pitter patter is the sound raindrops make when they fall lightly.
Rain
- Description: Rain is a part of the monsoon season.
- Key Features: Rain falls on the green grass, trees, rooftops, and people.
Word Meanings: Rain is water falling from the sky.
In this chapter, we have learned about the four seasons – Spring, Summer, Monsoon, and Winter – and the different weather conditions associated with each. We also discovered how people dress appropriately for the weather in different seasons and how they enjoy the unique characteristics of each season.
Try yourself:Which of the following would you wear in summer?
- A.Raincoat
- B.Beanie cap
- C.Sweater
- D.T-shirt
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