Lesson Plan: Badal and Moti
Class 3 English Santoor NCERT: Unit 1 Fun with Friends
Lesson Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Lesson | Badal and Moti (Chapter 2) |
| Class | 3 |
| Subject | English (L2 – Second Language) |
| Unit | 1: Fun with Friends |
| Type | Story (Narrative) |
| Duration | 5 Days (30–35 minutes per day) |
| Page Reference | Pages 33-42 |
| Curricular Goals (NCF-SE 2023) | CG 1 (Sustains effective communication skills), CG 2 (Develops fluency in reading and comprehension), CG 3 (Expresses understanding in writing), CG 4 (Develops wide range of vocabulary) |
Introduction
“Badal and Moti” is the second chapter of Unit 1: Fun with Friends in the Santoor Class 3 English textbook. This heartwarming story tells the tale of a young boy named Badal who finds a shivering puppy by the roadside and brings him home.
The puppy is named Moti (meaning “pearl” in Hindi). Badal and his mother care for Moti, who grows up to be a loyal companion. The story takes a dramatic turn when Badal slips and falls into a deep pit on a rainy day. Moti, with his sharp senses, helps locate Badal and saves him.
The story beautifully teaches children about:
- Compassion and kindness towards animals
- Friendship and loyalty
- The bond between humans and animals
- Past tense (-ed verbs)
- Sequencing of events
- Sentence punctuation (question marks and full stops)
The story also includes activities related to:
- True/False questions
- Sequencing the story (numbering sentences)
- Adding ‘-ed’ to verbs
- Matching words to make pairs
- Understanding and using punctuation
- Conversation completion
Learning Objectives (सीखने के उद्देश्य)
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Listen to and understand the story “Badal and Moti.” (कहानी सुन और समझ सकेंगे।)
- Identify the main characters – Badal, Moti (the puppy), and Badal’s mother. (मुख्य पात्रों को पहचान सकेंगे – Badal, Moti, और Badal की माँ।)
- Narrate the story in their own words with picture support. (अपने शब्दों में कहानी सुना सकेंगे।)
- Understand and use past tense verbs (-ed endings). (भूतकाल को समझ और उपयोग कर सकेंगे।)
- Sequence the events of the story in the correct order. (कहानी की घटनाओं को सही क्रम में लगा सकेंगे।)
- Answer comprehension questions about the story. (कहानी से संबंधित प्रश्नों के उत्तर दे सकेंगे।)
- Use question marks and full stops correctly. (प्रश्नवाचक चिह्न और पूर्ण विराम का सही उपयोग कर सकेंगे।)
- Develop empathy and compassion for animals. (जानवरों के प्रति सहानुभूति और करुणा विकसित कर सकेंगे।)
Key Vocabulary (मुख्य शब्दावली)
Story-Specific Words (कहानी से संबंधित शब्द)
| English | Hindi |
|---|---|
| Village | गाँव (Gaon) |
| Puppy | पिल्ला (Pilla) |
| Shivering | काँपना (Kaampna) |
| Cold | ठंड (Thand) |
| Smile | मुस्कान (Muskaan) |
| Named | नाम रखा (Naam rakha) |
| Grew up | बड़ा हुआ (Bada hua) |
| Best friends | सबसे अच्छे दोस्त (Sabse achhe dost) |
| Rainy day | बरसात का दिन (Barsaat ka din) |
| Slipped | फिसल गया (Phisal gaya) |
| Muddy lane | कीचड़ भरी गली (Keechar bhari gali) |
| Deep pit | गहरा गड्ढा (Gehra gaddha) |
| Worried | चिंतित (Chintit) |
| Neighbours | पड़ोसी (Padosi) |
| Accompanied | साथ गया (Saath gaya) |
| Scent | गंध (Gandh) |
| Barking | भौंकना (Bhaukna) |
| Hugged | गले लगाया (Gale lagaya) |
| Thanked | धन्यवाद दिया (Dhanyavaad diya) |
Past Tense Words (-ed endings)
| Present | Past (-ed) | Hindi |
|---|---|---|
| Live | Lived | रहता था |
| Love | Loved | प्यार करता था |
| Play | Played | खेलता था |
| Gather | Gathered | इकट्ठा किया |
| Thank | Thanked | धन्यवाद दिया |
| Name | Named | नाम रखा |
| Follow | Followed | पीछा किया |
| Wait | Waited | इंतज़ार किया |
Sight Words (दृश्य शब्द)
was, with, in, and, on, of, from, to, for, but, when, then
Day-Wise Lesson Plan
Day 1: Introduction to the Story (कहानी का परिचय)
Duration: 30 minutes
| Time | Activity | Hindi Term / Instruction | Teacher’s Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Warm-up | शुभ प्रभात! (Shubh Prabhat!) | Greet students. Ask: “Do you like animals?” (क्या तुम्हें जानवर पसंद हैं?) “Do you have a pet?” (क्या तुम्हारे पास कोई पालतू जानवर है?) “What is its name?” (उसका नाम क्या है?) |
| 5 min | Pre-listening | आज क्या सीखेंगे? (Aaj kya seekhenge?) | Show the picture on Page 33. Ask: “What do you see?” “A boy and a puppy.” “Today we will read a story about a boy named Badal and his puppy Moti!” |
| 10 min | Story Narration (Part 1) | कहानी सुनो (Kahani suno) | Narrate the first part of the story (Pages 33-34): Badal finds a shivering puppy, brings him home, names him Moti, and they become best friends. |
| 5 min | Vocabulary Introduction | नए शब्द सीखो (Naye shabd seekho) | Introduce key words: village, puppy, shivering, cold, named, grew up, best friends. |
| 5 min | Wrap-up | आज क्या सीखा? (Aaj kya seekha?) | Ask: “Who is the boy in the story?” (Badal) “What did he find?” (A puppy) “What did they name the puppy?” (Moti) |
Story Summary (Part 1 – Pages 33-34):
There was a boy called Badal. He lived with his mother in a village and they were very happy.
One evening, when Badal was returning from school, he saw a puppy shivering in the cold.
Badal brought him home. “Can this puppy stay with us, Maa?” asked Badal. “Yes beta, but only if you promise to take care of the puppy”, said his mother with a smile.
Badal and his mother named the puppy Moti. As days went by, Moti grew up and loved Badal. They became best friends. They ate and played together. Moti followed Badal wherever he went.
Key Characters:
| Character | Hindi | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Badal | बादल | A young boy |
| Moti | मोती | The puppy |
| Badal’s mother | बादल की माँ | Takes care of Badal and Moti |
Hindi Instructions to Use:
- “Kahaani suno” (कहानी सुनो) – Listen to the story
- “Badal kaun hai?” (Badal कौन है?) – Who is Badal?
- “Usne kya paaya?” (उसने क्या पाया?) – What did he find?
- “Puppy ka naam kya rakha?” (Puppy का नाम क्या रखा?) – What did they name the puppy?
Day 2: Story Narration (Part 2) and Comprehension (कहानी का दूसरा भाग और समझ)
Duration: 30 minutes
| Time | Activity | Hindi Term / Instruction | Teacher’s Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Revision | कल क्या सीखा? (Kal kya seekha?) | Quick recall: “Who is Badal?” “What did he find?” “What did they name the puppy?” |
| 10 min | Story Narration (Part 2) | कहानी पूरी सुनो (Kahani puri suno) | Narrate the rest of the story (Pages 35-36): Badal slips and falls into a pit, Moti helps find him, Badal’s mother and neighbours search, Moti finds Badal and saves him. |
| 5 min | Comprehension Questions | प्रश्न-उत्तर (Prashn-uttar) | Ask questions from Page 36: “What did Badal come across by the side of the road?” “What did Badal and his mother name the puppy?” “What did Badal fall into?” “How did Moti find Badal?” |
| 5 min | True/False Activity | सही/गलत (Sahi/Galat) | Use Page 36 (Question 5): Write T for true and F for false. |
| 5 min | Wrap-up | आज क्या सीखा? | Ask: “How did Moti help Badal?” “What happened in the end?” |
Story Summary (Part 2 – Pages 35-36):
One rainy day, while Badal was on his way home from school, he slipped on the muddy lane and fell into a deep pit. He tried hard, but could not come out of the pit.
Badal’s mother was worried when he did not come home in time. Moti too was waiting at the gate. Badal’s mother gathered the neighbours to help search for him. Moti too accompanied them.
Moti followed Badal’s scent and went near the pit. He started barking loudly. The neighbours followed the sound and saw Badal. Badal hugged his puppy Moti and thanked him.
Comprehension Questions (Page 36):
| Question | Expected Answer |
|---|---|
| What did Badal come across by the side of the road? | Badal came across a puppy by the side of the road. |
| What did Badal and his mother name the puppy? | They named the puppy Moti. |
| What did Badal fall into? | Badal fell into a deep pit. |
| How did Moti find Badal? | Moti followed Badal’s scent and started barking near the pit. |
True/False Activity (Page 36 – Q5):
| Statement | Answer |
|---|---|
| a) Badal lived with his grandmother. | F |
| b) Moti grew up and loved Badal. | T |
| c) Badal’s mother was worried when he did not come home in time. | T |
| d) Moti caught Badal’s photo. | F |
| e) Badal hugged his puppy Moti and thanked him. | T |
Hindi Instructions to Use:
- “Aage kya hua?” (आगे क्या हुआ?) – What happened next?
- “Badal kahan gira?” (Badal कहाँ गिरा?) – Where did Badal fall?
- “Moti ne kya kiya?” (Moti ने क्या किया?) – What did Moti do?
- “Sahi ya galat?” (सही या गलत?) – True or false?
Day 3: Past Tense and Vocabulary (भूतकाल और शब्दावली)
Duration: 30 minutes
| Time | Activity | Hindi Term / Instruction | Teacher’s Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Revision | पुनरावृत्ति (Punaravritti) | Quick story recall. True/False quick check. |
| 10 min | Past Tense Activity | भूतकाल (Bhutkaal) | Use Page 37 (A): “Look at the following words from the lesson. lived, loved, played, gathered, thanked. Notice that all these words end with ‘ed’. All these actions have already happened. Add ‘ed’ and write.” Practice with: walk, talk, jump, look, help, like, play, watch. |
| 5 min | Sentence Practice | वाक्य अभ्यास (Vakya abhyas) | Students make sentences using past tense: “I walked to school yesterday.” “I played with my friend.” |
| 5 min | Matching Activity | मिलान करो (Milan karo) | Use Page 38 (B): “Match the words to make pairs.” |
| 5 min | Wrap-up | आज क्या सीखा? | Ask: “What do we add to a verb to show it happened in the past?” (-ed) “Say one past tense word.” |
Past Tense Activity (Page 37 A):
| Word | Add ‘ed’ | Past Tense |
|---|---|---|
| walk | + ed | walked |
| talk | + ed | talked |
| jump | + ed | jumped |
| look | + ed | looked |
| help | + ed | helped |
| like | + ed | liked |
| play | + ed | played |
| watch | + ed | watched |
Matching Activity (Page 38 B):
| Word 1 | Word 2 | Pair |
|---|---|---|
| Good | bye | Goodbye |
| Sun | flower | Sunflower |
| Rain | bow | Rainbow |
| Cup | cake | Cupcake |
| Snow | man | Snowman |
| Tooth | brush | Toothbrush |
Hindi Instructions to Use:
- “‘ed’ lagao” (‘ed’ लगाओ) – Add ‘ed’
- “Past tense mein bolo” (Past tense में बोलो) – Say in past tense
- “Milan karo” (मिलान करो) – Match
Day 4: Sequencing, Punctuation, and Speaking (क्रम, विराम चिह्न और बातचीत)
Duration: 30 minutes
| Time | Activity | Hindi Term / Instruction | Teacher’s Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Revision | दोहराव (Dohrav) | Quick past tense recall. Story recall. |
| 10 min | Sequencing Activity | क्रम में लगाओ (Kram mein lagao) | Use Page 38 (A): “Your teacher will read out the story of Badal and Moti once again to you. Now read the following sentences and number them in the sequence of the story.” |
| 5 min | Punctuation Activity | विराम चिह्न (Viraam chihn) | Use Page 40 (C): “Add a ‘?’ or a ‘.’ to the following sentences.” Practice with: “What is your name ?” “The sun rises in the east .” “May I borrow your book ?” |
| 5 min | Speaking Practice | बातचीत (Baatcheet) | Use Page 37 (B): Share experiences: “Do you remember when you fell down last time? How did you fall? Who picked you up?” “Do you have a pet?” “If you could keep any animal as a pet, which would you choose and why?” |
| 5 min | Wrap-up | आज क्या सीखा? | Ask: “What punctuation mark do we use for a question?” (?) “What do we use for a statement?” (.) |
Sequencing Activity (Page 38 A):
| Sentence | Order |
|---|---|
| Badal came across a puppy by the side of the road. | 1 |
| Badal and his mother named the puppy Moti. | 2 |
| One rainy day, he slipped and fell into a deep pit. | 3 |
| Moti accompanied Badal’s mother to search for him. | 4 |
| Moti followed Badal’s scent and went near the pit and started barking. | 5 |
| Badal hugged Moti. | 6 |
Punctuation Activity (Page 40 C):
| Sentence | Punctuation |
|---|---|
| The sun rises in the east | . (full stop) |
| What is your name | ? (question mark) |
| I like to eat mangoes | . (full stop) |
| May I borrow your English textbook | ? (question mark) |
| Brinda and Namrata are good friends | . (full stop) |
| Whose shoes are these | ? (question mark) |
Speaking Practice Questions (Page 37 B):
| Question | Possible Answer |
|---|---|
| Do you remember when you fell down last time? How did you fall? Who picked you up? | I fell while playing. My mother picked me up. |
| Do you have a pet? | Yes, I have a dog/cat. / No, I don’t. |
| If you could keep any animal as a pet, which would you choose and why? | I would choose a dog because they are loyal and friendly. |
Hindi Instructions to Use:
- “Kram mein lagao” (क्रम में लगाओ) – Put in sequence
- “‘?’ ya ‘.’ lagao” (‘?’ या ‘.’ लगाओ) – Add ‘?’ or ‘.’
- “Apna anubhav batao” (अपना अनुभव बताओ) – Share your experience
Day 5: Creative Activity, Assessment, and Celebration (रचनात्मक गतिविधि, मूल्यांकन और उत्सव)
Duration: 30 minutes
| Time | Activity | Hindi Term / Instruction | Teacher’s Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Revision | पुनरावृत्ति (Punaravritti) | Full story recall. Quick past tense and punctuation recall. |
| 10 min | Picture Story Activity | चित्र कहानी (Chitra kahani) | Use Page 39-40 (A & B): “Look at the pictures. They show a story of two friends: a pigeon and an ant. But the pictures are jumbled up. Number them to get the correct order to make a story.” Then fill in the blanks. |
| 5 min | Conversation Completion | बातचीत पूरी करो (Baatcheet puri karo) | Use Page 41: “Complete the following conversation between two children.” |
| 5 min | Drawing Activity | चित्र बनाओ (Chitra banao) | Use Page 42: “Look at the picture below. It shows three children playing. Would you like to add anything to this picture? Use your crayons or colour pencils to add to the picture.” |
| 5 min | Wrap-up & Celebration | समापन और शाबाशी (Samaapan aur Shabashi) | Sing the “Colours” poem. Clap for all students. Celebrate their learning! |
Picture Story Activity (Pages 39-40 A & B):
Sequence of Pictures:
- Dove resting on a branch near a stream
- Ant falls into the stream
- Dove drops a leaf into the stream
- Ant climbs on the leaf and lands safely
- Hunter aims at the dove
- Ant bites the hunter’s hand
Fill in the Blanks (Page 40 B):
| Blank | Answer |
|---|---|
| A dove was resting on a ______ of a tree near a ______. | branch, stream |
| An ant ______ into the stream and cried for help. | fell |
| The dove dropped a ______ into the stream. | leaf |
| The ant ______ on the leaf and landed safely. | climbed |
| Another day the ant saw a ______ aiming at the dove. | hunter |
| She quickly climbed up and bit the hunter’s hand. The dove ______ away unhurt. | flew |
Conversation Completion (Page 41):
| Speaker | Dialogue |
|---|---|
| Child 1 | What is your name? |
| Child 2 | My name is ______. |
| Child 1 | How old are you? |
| Child 2 | I am ______ years old. |
| Child 1 | What is your favourite colour? |
| Child 2 | My favourite colour is ______. |
| Child 1 | What games do you like to play? |
| Child 2 | I like to play ______. |
Assessment Checklist (मूल्यांकन सूची):
| Skill | Criteria | Yes/No |
|---|---|---|
| Listening | Listens to the story attentively | ☐ |
| Comprehension | Answers 4+ questions correctly | ☐ |
| Story Recall | Narrates the story in sequence | ☐ |
| Vocabulary | Names 5+ new words | ☐ |
| Past Tense | Adds ‘-ed’ to verbs correctly | ☐ |
| Sequencing | Numbers events in correct order | ☐ |
| Punctuation | Uses ‘?’ and ‘.’ correctly | ☐ |
| Speaking | Answers questions in complete sentences | ☐ |
| Values | Understands kindness and loyalty | ☐ |
Additional Activities (अतिरिक्त गतिविधियाँ)
| Activity | Description | Hindi Instruction |
|---|---|---|
| Pet Show and Tell | Students bring a picture of their pet (or favourite animal) and describe it to the class. | “Apne pet ke baare mein batao.” (अपने पेट के बारे में बताओ।) |
| Role Play | Students act out the story of Badal and Moti. | “Badal aur Moti ka natak karo.” (बादल और मोती का नाटक करो।) |
| Story Sequencing Cards | Make cards with different parts of the story. Students arrange them in order. | “Kahani ke card kram mein lagao.” (कहानी के कार्ड क्रम में लगाओ।) |
| Animal Care Discussion | Discuss how to take care of pets – food, water, shelter, love. | “Pets ki dekhbhaal kaise karein?” (पेट्स की देखभाल कैसे करें?) |
| My Favourite Animal Drawing | Students draw their favourite animal and write 3 sentences about it. | “Apna pasandida janwar banao.” (अपना पसंदीदा जानवर बनाओ।) |
| Past Tense Race | Teacher says a present tense verb, students race to say the past tense. | “Past tense race.” (पास्ट टेंस रेस।) |
Resources Needed (आवश्यक सामग्री)
- Textbook: Santoor Class 3 English (Pages 33-42)
- Pictures of: puppy, village, pit, rainy day
- Flashcards: new words
- Flashcards: past tense verbs
- Flashcards: punctuation marks (?, .)
- Drawing sheets and crayons
- Notebooks and pencils
- Chart paper for story sequencing
Integration with Indian Knowledge System (भारतीय ज्ञान परंपरा से जुड़ाव)
- Animals in Indian Culture: In Indian culture, animals are respected and often considered part of the family. The story of Badal and Moti reflects this Indian value.
- Indian Names: The name “Badal” means “cloud” in Hindi. “Moti” means “pearl.” Discuss the meanings of Indian names.
- Loyalty of Dogs: In India, dogs have been considered loyal companions for centuries. Indian folklore has many stories of faithful dogs.
- Indian Villages: Badal lives in a village. Discuss what life is like in an Indian village – close-knit community, helping neighbours, etc.
- Helping Others: The neighbours help Badal’s mother search for him. This reflects the Indian value of community support and helping each other.
- Family Values: Badal’s mother lovingly agrees to keep the puppy. This reflects the Indian value of caring for animals and family bonds.
Note to the Teacher (शिक्षक के लिए नोट)
- Informally introduce the concept of past tense. Encourage learners to recall their actions from the previous day.
- Help learners recall the consonants and vowels of the English alphabet.
- Introduce the terms ‘question’ and ‘statement’ while explaining the punctuation marks.
- Draw learners’ attention to the use of ‘he’ and ‘she’ in the texts covered.
- Encourage students to create and share sentences using ‘he’ and ‘she’.
- Reinforce the concept of preposition by adding examples from the learners’ milieu.
- Give a help box according to the level of learners. Provide support as and when needed.
- Encourage children to speak about their experiences with pets or animals.
Links to Other Curricular Areas (पाठ्यक्रम के अन्य क्षेत्रों से जुड़ाव)
| Area | Connection |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | Animals, pets, animal care, village life |
| Art & Craft | Drawing pets, story illustration |
| Values Education | Kindness to animals, loyalty, friendship, helping others |
| Language Development | Past tense, vocabulary, punctuation, sequencing |
| Social Studies | Village life, community helpers |
Quick Reference Card
Key Characters:
Badal (boy), Moti (puppy), Badal’s mother, Neighbours
Key Events:
Finds puppy → Names him Moti → They become friends → Badal falls in pit → Moti finds him → Badal is saved
Key Message:
“Pets are loyal friends. Be kind to animals and they will love you forever!”
Past Tense (-ed):
lived, loved, played, gathered, thanked, followed, waited
Punctuation:
? (question mark) for questions
. (full stop) for statements