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Module 4: Values, Humanity & Supplementary Reading (An Alien Hand)

The chapter emphasizes the importance of gratitude and understanding towards the brave individuals serving in the armed forces and explores the intrinsic connections humans share with nature and animals. It illustrates key themes of empathy, community, and environmental stewardship through prose and poetry. The text encourages students to reflect on their feelings towards these themes through various writing activities.

Sections

  • 4

    Values, Humanity & Supplementary Reading (An Alien Hand)

    This section explores themes of values and humanity through prose and poetry, focusing on our connection to soldiers and nature.

  • 4.1

    Unit 1: Prose - Homage & Understanding Human Bonds

    This section emphasizes the importance of honoring soldiers for their sacrifices and patriotism in protecting national freedom.

  • 4.1.1

    A Homage To Our Brave Soldiers

    This section pays tribute to the sacrifices and bravery of soldiers, emphasizing the importance of patriotism and the impacts of their contributions to society.

  • 4.2

    Unit 2: Poetry - Observation & Empathy

    This section explores the themes of observation and empathy in nature through poetry, emphasizing how understanding can transform fear into appreciation.

  • 4.2.1

    Garden Snake

    The poem 'Garden Snake' illustrates how understanding and observation can transform initial fear into appreciation for nature.

  • 4.2.2

    Trees

    The poem 'Trees' highlights the critical importance of trees for life on Earth, emphasizing their roles in oxygen production, habitat provision, and environmental stability.

  • 4.3

    Unit 3: An Alien Hand - Animal Relationships & Survival

    This section explores the remarkable relationships between humans and animals, emphasizing themes of empathy, cooperation, and the significant lessons we can learn from the animal kingdom.

  • 4.3.1

    The Tiny Teacher

    The section explores the organized society of ants, highlighting their roles, discipline, and hard work as valuable lessons for humans.

  • 4.3.2

    Bringing Up Kari

    This section narrates the touching bond between a boy and his elephant, Kari, emphasizing the importance of empathy, trust, and mutual understanding in animal training.

  • 4.3.3

    Golu Grows A Nose

    The story of Golu, a curious baby elephant, illustrates how his inquisitive nature led to the origin of the elephant's trunk.

Class Notes

Memorization

What we have learnt

  • Understanding and showing r...
  • The exploration of initial ...
  • Trees play a vital role in ...

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