Class 4 EVS NCERT Book Chapter 3 Nature Trail

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Unit 2
Life Around Us
About the Unit
Nature is home to a variety of plants, 
animals, birds and insects, each 
playing an important role in our world. 
Through observation and hands-on 
activities, students will explore the 
unique features of different plants 
and animals, understand their 
interdependence, and develop a deep 
appreciation for the environment. 
Through observation and experience, 
students will imbibe the spirit of 
‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ — the 
world as one family.
This unit highlights the connection 
between nature and culture, 
showing how traditional practices 
are associated with different aspects 
of nature. From studying plants and 
animals to discovering tribal art, 
and medicinal plants, students will 
engage in meaningful experiences that 
promote conservation and sustainable 
living. Interactive activities, including 
festivals and games, will help students 
recognise the harmony in nature and 
their role in protecting it. 
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Unit 2
Life Around Us
About the Unit
Nature is home to a variety of plants, 
animals, birds and insects, each 
playing an important role in our world. 
Through observation and hands-on 
activities, students will explore the 
unique features of different plants 
and animals, understand their 
interdependence, and develop a deep 
appreciation for the environment. 
Through observation and experience, 
students will imbibe the spirit of 
‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ — the 
world as one family.
This unit highlights the connection 
between nature and culture, 
showing how traditional practices 
are associated with different aspects 
of nature. From studying plants and 
animals to discovering tribal art, 
and medicinal plants, students will 
engage in meaningful experiences that 
promote conservation and sustainable 
living. Interactive activities, including 
festivals and games, will help students 
recognise the harmony in nature and 
their role in protecting it. 
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Note to the Teacher
This unit consists of Chapter 3 — Nature Trail 
and Chapter 4 — Growing up with Nature. The 
key concepts covered in these chapters are  
listed below. 
Chapter 3
 • ‘Nature Trail’ guides students to explore 
the variety of plants and animals around 
them, and study their unique features. 
It shows how all animals and plants are 
deeply connected to each other. Students 
will observe the birds, leaves and animals, 
and play the ‘web of life’ game to understand 
the interdependence in nature and society. 
A variety of engaging activities and safety 
lessons help them appreciate, and care for 
the natural world.
Chapter 4: 
 • ‘Growing up with Nature’ portrays how 
nature and culture are deeply connected 
in our daily lives — from the food we eat 
to the traditions we follow. Students will 
discover some unique features of trees, 
flowers, tribal art and medicinal plants, 
while learning about the ways and means 
of sustainable living. They will also learn 
the medicinal values of different plants 
through some engaging activities and safety 
lessons that will help them appreciate, and 
protect their environment.
 Teacher to Facilitate
• Teacher and students will 
collect various samples 
from nature, such as 
leaves, seeds, flowers, etc., 
and may use in various 
activities.
• Arrange nature walks, 
role-plays and ‘web of 
life’ games, and prepare 
observation sheets 
for students to record 
footprints, movements of 
birds and plant details.
• Provide materials for leaf 
tracing, natural dye making 
and traditional house 
models, and guide students 
in food-picking activities 
and nature-inspired crafts.
• Organise visits to nature 
parks, farms or plant 
nurseries, or invite experts 
from community or farmers 
to interact with students 
about nature conservation 
and traditional practices.
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Unit 2
Life Around Us
About the Unit
Nature is home to a variety of plants, 
animals, birds and insects, each 
playing an important role in our world. 
Through observation and hands-on 
activities, students will explore the 
unique features of different plants 
and animals, understand their 
interdependence, and develop a deep 
appreciation for the environment. 
Through observation and experience, 
students will imbibe the spirit of 
‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ — the 
world as one family.
This unit highlights the connection 
between nature and culture, 
showing how traditional practices 
are associated with different aspects 
of nature. From studying plants and 
animals to discovering tribal art, 
and medicinal plants, students will 
engage in meaningful experiences that 
promote conservation and sustainable 
living. Interactive activities, including 
festivals and games, will help students 
recognise the harmony in nature and 
their role in protecting it. 
Chapter 3.indd   33 Chapter 3.indd   33 30-03-2025   09:43:00 30-03-2025   09:43:00
Note to the Teacher
This unit consists of Chapter 3 — Nature Trail 
and Chapter 4 — Growing up with Nature. The 
key concepts covered in these chapters are  
listed below. 
Chapter 3
 • ‘Nature Trail’ guides students to explore 
the variety of plants and animals around 
them, and study their unique features. 
It shows how all animals and plants are 
deeply connected to each other. Students 
will observe the birds, leaves and animals, 
and play the ‘web of life’ game to understand 
the interdependence in nature and society. 
A variety of engaging activities and safety 
lessons help them appreciate, and care for 
the natural world.
Chapter 4: 
 • ‘Growing up with Nature’ portrays how 
nature and culture are deeply connected 
in our daily lives — from the food we eat 
to the traditions we follow. Students will 
discover some unique features of trees, 
flowers, tribal art and medicinal plants, 
while learning about the ways and means 
of sustainable living. They will also learn 
the medicinal values of different plants 
through some engaging activities and safety 
lessons that will help them appreciate, and 
protect their environment.
 Teacher to Facilitate
• Teacher and students will 
collect various samples 
from nature, such as 
leaves, seeds, flowers, etc., 
and may use in various 
activities.
• Arrange nature walks, 
role-plays and ‘web of 
life’ games, and prepare 
observation sheets 
for students to record 
footprints, movements of 
birds and plant details.
• Provide materials for leaf 
tracing, natural dye making 
and traditional house 
models, and guide students 
in food-picking activities 
and nature-inspired crafts.
• Organise visits to nature 
parks, farms or plant 
nurseries, or invite experts 
from community or farmers 
to interact with students 
about nature conservation 
and traditional practices.
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Have you ever seen a banyan tree with its hanging 
roots touching the ground? 
A coloured bird diving into the water? 
A spider weaving its web? 
Butterflies flying around a flower?
Nature is full of amazing animals and plants. Let 
us explore more about them!
The Adventure Begins
The students along with their teacher got ready for 
a nature trail at Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh.
Nature Trail Nature Trail 3
Note to the Teacher
Encourage students to locate Madhya Pradesh on the Map of 
India.
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Unit 2
Life Around Us
About the Unit
Nature is home to a variety of plants, 
animals, birds and insects, each 
playing an important role in our world. 
Through observation and hands-on 
activities, students will explore the 
unique features of different plants 
and animals, understand their 
interdependence, and develop a deep 
appreciation for the environment. 
Through observation and experience, 
students will imbibe the spirit of 
‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ — the 
world as one family.
This unit highlights the connection 
between nature and culture, 
showing how traditional practices 
are associated with different aspects 
of nature. From studying plants and 
animals to discovering tribal art, 
and medicinal plants, students will 
engage in meaningful experiences that 
promote conservation and sustainable 
living. Interactive activities, including 
festivals and games, will help students 
recognise the harmony in nature and 
their role in protecting it. 
Chapter 3.indd   33 Chapter 3.indd   33 30-03-2025   09:43:00 30-03-2025   09:43:00
Note to the Teacher
This unit consists of Chapter 3 — Nature Trail 
and Chapter 4 — Growing up with Nature. The 
key concepts covered in these chapters are  
listed below. 
Chapter 3
 • ‘Nature Trail’ guides students to explore 
the variety of plants and animals around 
them, and study their unique features. 
It shows how all animals and plants are 
deeply connected to each other. Students 
will observe the birds, leaves and animals, 
and play the ‘web of life’ game to understand 
the interdependence in nature and society. 
A variety of engaging activities and safety 
lessons help them appreciate, and care for 
the natural world.
Chapter 4: 
 • ‘Growing up with Nature’ portrays how 
nature and culture are deeply connected 
in our daily lives — from the food we eat 
to the traditions we follow. Students will 
discover some unique features of trees, 
flowers, tribal art and medicinal plants, 
while learning about the ways and means 
of sustainable living. They will also learn 
the medicinal values of different plants 
through some engaging activities and safety 
lessons that will help them appreciate, and 
protect their environment.
 Teacher to Facilitate
• Teacher and students will 
collect various samples 
from nature, such as 
leaves, seeds, flowers, etc., 
and may use in various 
activities.
• Arrange nature walks, 
role-plays and ‘web of 
life’ games, and prepare 
observation sheets 
for students to record 
footprints, movements of 
birds and plant details.
• Provide materials for leaf 
tracing, natural dye making 
and traditional house 
models, and guide students 
in food-picking activities 
and nature-inspired crafts.
• Organise visits to nature 
parks, farms or plant 
nurseries, or invite experts 
from community or farmers 
to interact with students 
about nature conservation 
and traditional practices.
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Have you ever seen a banyan tree with its hanging 
roots touching the ground? 
A coloured bird diving into the water? 
A spider weaving its web? 
Butterflies flying around a flower?
Nature is full of amazing animals and plants. Let 
us explore more about them!
The Adventure Begins
The students along with their teacher got ready for 
a nature trail at Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh.
Nature Trail Nature Trail 3
Note to the Teacher
Encourage students to locate Madhya Pradesh on the Map of 
India.
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36 Our Wondrous World
As they reached the forest entrance, the students 
got excited to see a lot of tall trees and chirping birds. 
Abha : Welcome to Pachmarhi! 
Teacher : This is Abha Didi, a nature scientist  
who studies plants and animals. She 
will guide us in exploring the forest.
Students : Abha Didi, will we see monkeys, deer, 
snakes, eagles and tigers on the way?
Abha : That is what we have to find out! We must 
also make sure that we do not harm the 
plants and animals in the forest. 
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Unit 2
Life Around Us
About the Unit
Nature is home to a variety of plants, 
animals, birds and insects, each 
playing an important role in our world. 
Through observation and hands-on 
activities, students will explore the 
unique features of different plants 
and animals, understand their 
interdependence, and develop a deep 
appreciation for the environment. 
Through observation and experience, 
students will imbibe the spirit of 
‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ — the 
world as one family.
This unit highlights the connection 
between nature and culture, 
showing how traditional practices 
are associated with different aspects 
of nature. From studying plants and 
animals to discovering tribal art, 
and medicinal plants, students will 
engage in meaningful experiences that 
promote conservation and sustainable 
living. Interactive activities, including 
festivals and games, will help students 
recognise the harmony in nature and 
their role in protecting it. 
Chapter 3.indd   33 Chapter 3.indd   33 30-03-2025   09:43:00 30-03-2025   09:43:00
Note to the Teacher
This unit consists of Chapter 3 — Nature Trail 
and Chapter 4 — Growing up with Nature. The 
key concepts covered in these chapters are  
listed below. 
Chapter 3
 • ‘Nature Trail’ guides students to explore 
the variety of plants and animals around 
them, and study their unique features. 
It shows how all animals and plants are 
deeply connected to each other. Students 
will observe the birds, leaves and animals, 
and play the ‘web of life’ game to understand 
the interdependence in nature and society. 
A variety of engaging activities and safety 
lessons help them appreciate, and care for 
the natural world.
Chapter 4: 
 • ‘Growing up with Nature’ portrays how 
nature and culture are deeply connected 
in our daily lives — from the food we eat 
to the traditions we follow. Students will 
discover some unique features of trees, 
flowers, tribal art and medicinal plants, 
while learning about the ways and means 
of sustainable living. They will also learn 
the medicinal values of different plants 
through some engaging activities and safety 
lessons that will help them appreciate, and 
protect their environment.
 Teacher to Facilitate
• Teacher and students will 
collect various samples 
from nature, such as 
leaves, seeds, flowers, etc., 
and may use in various 
activities.
• Arrange nature walks, 
role-plays and ‘web of 
life’ games, and prepare 
observation sheets 
for students to record 
footprints, movements of 
birds and plant details.
• Provide materials for leaf 
tracing, natural dye making 
and traditional house 
models, and guide students 
in food-picking activities 
and nature-inspired crafts.
• Organise visits to nature 
parks, farms or plant 
nurseries, or invite experts 
from community or farmers 
to interact with students 
about nature conservation 
and traditional practices.
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Have you ever seen a banyan tree with its hanging 
roots touching the ground? 
A coloured bird diving into the water? 
A spider weaving its web? 
Butterflies flying around a flower?
Nature is full of amazing animals and plants. Let 
us explore more about them!
The Adventure Begins
The students along with their teacher got ready for 
a nature trail at Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh.
Nature Trail Nature Trail 3
Note to the Teacher
Encourage students to locate Madhya Pradesh on the Map of 
India.
Chapter 3.indd   35 Chapter 3.indd   35 30-03-2025   09:43:03 30-03-2025   09:43:03
36 Our Wondrous World
As they reached the forest entrance, the students 
got excited to see a lot of tall trees and chirping birds. 
Abha : Welcome to Pachmarhi! 
Teacher : This is Abha Didi, a nature scientist  
who studies plants and animals. She 
will guide us in exploring the forest.
Students : Abha Didi, will we see monkeys, deer, 
snakes, eagles and tigers on the way?
Abha : That is what we have to find out! We must 
also make sure that we do not harm the 
plants and animals in the forest. 
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37 Nature Trail
 1. Can you think of rules that should be followed while 
you are in a zoo or a forest?
For example, 
(a) We should not feed birds.
(b) ………………………………
(c) ………………………………
(d) ………………………………
Now, look at the safety rules given below and 
match them with your list. Have you missed out any 
of the rules given?
Safety Rules
DOs and DON’Ts
1. Please be careful in a new place.
2. Please do not tease animals.
3. Please do not feed animals.
4. Please do not damage trees, and flowers.
5. Please do not bring pets, firearms, or any kind of  weapons.
6. Please do not bring polythene bags.
7. Please do not damage public utilities.
8. Please do not throw any garbage in the forest.
Why are these rules important to be followed? 
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