Trips in Time: A Textbook for ICSE History and Civics (Book -1)

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Trips in Time is a series in History and Civics for classes III, IV and V. It follows the latest guidelines laid down by the Inter- State Board for Anglo-Indian Education. The three books in the series aim to enable students to appreciate the study of History in the future years. It inculcates in them a sense of interest in the past and helps them grasp the concept of time and change in different contexts. Combining the chronological and the biographical approaches, the series gives a holistic picture of the subject to the learners. The part on Civics helps them identify and understand their role in the family as well as in the society. The narrative technique linksit with the learner’s own, immediate world. The series aims at making the study of History and Civics an enjoyable experience while preparing them to be responsible and sensitive citizens of the future. Key features Narrative technique to create involvement and interest Learning objectives clearly stated at the beginning of every chapter Specific chapters in every book devoted to environmental education Interesting art-work to reinforce the narrative element Real-life images to give exposure to things of the past Exercises to hone skills of sequencing, classifying and tabulating Context-embedded activities to inculcate values and to develop reasoning skills Ideas for discussions and debates to hone thinking skills Teacher’s manual with additional teaching and testing material Web links to facilitate research and project work On-line teacher support material at www.cambridgeindia.org Table of Contents Unit I  1. The Changing World: History and Change  2. Understanding Time  3. Crossing Barriers Conquering Elements  Unit II  1. Beyond Time and Change: Emperor Ashoka  2. Different but United  3. Unity in Diversity  4. Festivals in India: Unity through Celebration  Unit III  1. How We Live: Our Needs  2. Togetherness and Interdependence in Society  3. Services We Share