Lesson Plan: The Lagori Champions
Class 4 English Santoor NCERT: Unit 3 Fun with Games
Lesson Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Lesson | The Lagori Champions (Chapter 8) |
| Class | 4 |
| Subject | English (L2 – Second Language) |
| Unit | 3: Fun with Games |
| Type | Story (Narrative – Traditional Game) |
| Duration | 5 Days (30–35 minutes per day) |
| Page Reference | Pages 73-101 |
| 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
“The Lagori Champions” is the eighth chapter of Unit 3: Fun with Games in the Santoor Class 4 English textbook. This exciting story follows a group of friends in the village of Sundarpur who are passionate about the traditional Indian game of Lagori (also known as Satoliya in Rajasthan).
The story introduces:
- Prakash – a visitor from Rajasthan who doesn’t know about Lagori
- Ravi – Prakash’s cousin who introduces him to his friends
- Deepa – the captain of the Sundarpur Tigers
- Guneet, Nidhi, Imran – other team members
- The Green Warriors – the opposing team from a nearby village
The Game of Lagori:
- Seven flat stones are stacked one on top of another
- One team knocks them down with a ball
- The other team tries to rebuild the stack while avoiding being hit
- The game is called Satoliya in Rajasthan
The chapter teaches children about:
- Traditional Indian games – Lagori/Satoliya
- Teamwork and sportsmanship – working together to win
- Respect for opponents – shaking hands after the match
- Unity and community – villagers celebrating together
- Traditional games vs video games – the joy of playing outside
- Past perfect tense – had + past participle
- Adverbs of time – soon, badly, lately, etc.
The chapter also includes activities related to:
- Comprehension questions
- True/False questions
- Sequencing events
- Adverb activity
- Unscrambling letters
- Sentence formation
- Creating a team badge
- Spotting differences
Learning Objectives (सीखने के उद्देश्य)
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Read and understand the story “The Lagori Champions.” (कहानी “द लगोरी चैंपियंस” को पढ़ और समझ सकेंगे।)
- Identify the rules of the game Lagori/Satoliya. (लगोरी/सतोलिया खेल के नियमों की पहचान कर सकेंगे।)
- Explain the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship. (टीमवर्क और खेल भावना के महत्व को समझा सकेंगे।)
- Sequence events of the story in correct order. (कहानी की घटनाओं को सही क्रम में लगा सकेंगे।)
- Identify and use adverbs correctly. (क्रियाविशेषणों की पहचान और उपयोग कर सकेंगे।)
- Unscramble words to form meaningful words. (अक्षरों को सही क्रम में लगाकर शब्द बना सकेंगे।)
- Create a team badge reflecting teamwork and traditional games. (टीम बैज बना सकेंगे।)
- Appreciate traditional games and their importance in Indian culture. (पारंपरिक खेलों और उनके भारतीय संस्कृति में महत्व को समझ सकेंगे।)
Key Vocabulary (मुख्य शब्दावली)
Story-Specific Words (कहानी से संबंधित शब्द)
| English | Hindi |
|---|---|
| Lagori | लगोरी |
| Satoliya | सतोलिया |
| Stack | ढेर (Dher) |
| Stones | पत्थर (Patthar) |
| Rebuild | फिर से बनाना (Phir se banana) |
| Opponent | विरोधी (Virodhi) |
| Dodged | बच निकला (Bach nikla) |
| Scattered | बिखर गया (Bikhargaya) |
| Whistle | सीटी (Seeti) |
| Referee | रेफरी (Referee) |
| Boundary | सीमा (Seema) |
| Champion | विजेता (Vijeta) |
| Cousin | चचेरा भाई/बहन (Chachera bhai/behan) |
| Sweat | पसीना (Paseena) |
| Precision | सटीकता (Sateekta) |
| Cheers | जयकारे (Jaykaare) |
| Appreciated | सराहना की (Saraahna ki) |
Adverbs (क्रियाविशेषण)
| Adverb | Hindi | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Soon | जल्दी (Jaldi) | Time |
| Badly | बुरी तरह (Buri tarah) | Manner |
| Lately | हाल ही में (Haal hi mein) | Time |
| Cheerfully | खुशी से (Khushi se) | Manner |
| Quietly | चुपचाप (Chupchaap) | Manner |
| Early | जल्दी (Jaldi) | Time |
| Carefully | सावधानी से (Savdhani se) | Manner |
| Highly | अत्यधिक (Atyadhik) | Degree |
| Fast | तेज़ (Tez) | Manner |
| Regularly | नियमित रूप से (Niyamit roop se) | Frequency |
| Nearby | पास में (Paas mein) | Place |
| Loudly | ज़ोर से (Zor se) | Manner |
Past Perfect Tense (पूर्ण भूतकाल)
| English | Hindi |
|---|---|
| I had completed my homework. | मैंने अपना होमवर्क पूरा कर लिया था। |
| She had already eaten. | उसने पहले ही खा लिया था। |
New Words (नए शब्द)
| English | Hindi |
|---|---|
| Stacked | ढेर किया |
| Scattered | बिखर गया |
| Dodged | बच निकला |
| Referee | रेफरी |
| Precision | सटीकता |
Sight Words (दृश्य शब्द)
the, and, to, of, for, with, on, at, by, from, in, it, they, their, them, he, she, his, her, had
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: “What traditional Indian games do you know?” (तुम कौन से पारंपरिक भारतीय खेल जानते हो?) “Have you ever played Lagori?” (क्या तुमने कभी लगोरी खेली है?) |
| 5 min | Pre-listening | आज क्या सीखेंगे? (Aaj kya seekhenge?) | Show the title “The Lagori Champions”. Ask: “What do you think this story is about?” “Today we will read a story about a traditional game called Lagori!” |
| 10 min | Story Narration (Part 1) | कहानी सुनो (Kahani suno) | Narrate the first part of the story (Pages 73-75): Prakash meets Ravi and his friends, learns about Lagori from them. |
| 5 min | Vocabulary Introduction | नए शब्द सीखो (Naye shabd seekho) | Introduce key words: Lagori, Satoliya, stack, stones, opponent, champion, cousin. |
| 5 min | Wrap-up | आज क्या सीखा? (Aaj kya seekha?) | Ask: “Who is Prakash?” “What game did he learn about?” “What is Lagori called in Rajasthan?” |
Story Summary (Part 1 – Pages 73-75):
Prakash and Ravi went to the children’s park. Ravi introduced Prakash to his friends. Guneet suggested including Prakash in the Lagori match. Prakash didn’t know what Lagori was.
Nidhi explained: “Lagori is a game of seven stones. Seven flat stones are stacked one above the other. One team knocks them down with a ball, and the other team tries to rebuild the stack while avoiding the ball.”
Prakash said, “In Rajasthan, we call this game Satoliya.” Everyone was excited to learn another name for their favourite game.
Deepa was the captain of the Sundarpur Tigers. Their opponent team was the Green Warriors from the nearby village.
Key Characters – Part 1:
| Character | Hindi | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Prakash | प्रकाश | Visitor from Rajasthan |
| Ravi | रवि | Prakash’s cousin |
| Deepa | दीपा | Captain of Sundarpur Tigers |
| Guneet | गुनीत | Team member |
| Nidhi | निधि | Team member |
| Imran | इमरान | Team member |
Key Vocabulary – Part 1:
| Word | Hindi |
|---|---|
| Lagori | लगोरी |
| Satoliya | सतोलिया |
| Stack | ढेर |
| Stones | पत्थर |
| Opponent | विरोधी |
Hindi Instructions to Use:
- “Kahaani suno” (कहानी सुनो) – Listen to the story
- “Lagori kya hai?” (लगोरी क्या है?) – What is Lagori?
- “Satoliya kya hai?” (सतोलिया क्या है?) – What is Satoliya?
- “Sundarpur Tigers ka captain kaun hai?” (सुंदरपुर टाइगर्स का कैप्टन कौन है?) – Who is the captain of Sundarpur Tigers?
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: “What is Lagori?” “What is it called in Rajasthan?” “Who is the captain of Sundarpur Tigers?” |
| 10 min | Story Narration (Part 2) | कहानी पूरी सुनो (Kahani puri suno) | Narrate the rest of the story (Pages 76-78): The match begins, the Tigers play well, Prakash sets the seventh stone, the Tigers win, everyone celebrates. |
| 5 min | Comprehension Questions | प्रश्न-उत्तर (Prashn-uttar) | Ask from Pages 79-80: “What is Lagori, and how is it played?” “What is the name of Deepa’s team, and who are they competing against?” “Why is Prakash selected for the match?” “Who told Prakash about Lagori?” “What did the villagers do after the match?” |
| 5 min | True/False Activity | सही/गलत (Sahi/Galat) | Use Page 81 (C): Write T for true and F for false. |
| 5 min | Wrap-up | आज क्या सीखा? | Ask: “Who won the match?” “What happened at the end of the match?” |
Story Summary (Part 2 – Pages 76-78):
The referee blew the whistle. Deepa took the first shot and scattered the stones. The Sundarpur Tigers began to rebuild the stack. The Green Warriors tried to hit them with the ball.
Ravi stacked two stones and ducked. Deepa added a stone. Nidhi placed the fourth and fifth stones. Ravi placed the sixth stone. Prakash set the seventh stone on top just before the final whistle.
The referee announced: “The Sundarpur Tigers have won!”
Both teams shook hands and appreciated each other. The villagers clapped and cheered. The referee lifted the hands of both captains. Everyone celebrated with laughter and joy.
Comprehension Questions (Pages 79-80):
| Question | Expected Answer |
|---|---|
| What is Lagori, and how is it played? | Seven stones are stacked. One team knocks them down with a ball. The other team rebuilds while avoiding being hit. |
| What is the name of Deepa’s team? | The Sundarpur Tigers. They are competing against the Green Warriors. |
| Why is Prakash selected for the match? | Because he is a good and fast runner. |
| Who told Prakash about Lagori? | Nidhi told Prakash about Lagori. He calls it Satoliya. |
| What did the villagers do after the match? | They clapped and cheered for both teams. |
True/False Activity (Page 81 C):
| Statement | Answer |
|---|---|
| Satoliya is played in Sundarpur village. | F |
| Ravi plays for Green Warriors team. | F |
| Prakash set the seventh stone on top. | T |
| Imran helped Nidhi to dodge the ball. | F |
| The Sundarpur Tigers won the match. | T |
Hindi Instructions to Use:
- “Match kaun jeeta?” (मैच कौन जीता?) – Who won the match?
- “Green Warriors kaun the?” (ग्रीन वॉरियर्स कौन थे?) – Who were the Green Warriors?
- “Referee ne kya kiya?” (रेफरी ने क्या किया?) – What did the referee do?
Day 3: Sequencing, Adverbs, and Discussion (क्रम, क्रियाविशेषण और चर्चा)
Duration: 30 minutes
| Time | Activity | Hindi Term / Instruction | Teacher’s Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Revision | पुनरावृत्ति (Punaravritti) | Quick story recall. True/False recap. |
| 10 min | Sequencing Activity | क्रम में लगाओ (Kram mein lagao) | Use Page 81 (E): Number the sentences in order as per the events given in the story. |
| 10 min | Adverb Activity | क्रियाविशेषण (Kriya visheshan) | Use Page 68: “Encircles the adverbs that describe how something is done.” Practice: soon, badly, lately, cheerfully, quietly, early, carefully, highly, fast, regularly, nearby, loudly. Write sentences using each adverb. |
| 5 min | Wrap-up | आज क्या सीखा? | Ask: “What is an adverb?” “Give an example of an adverb of manner.” |
Sequencing Activity (Page 81 E):
| Sentence | Order |
|---|---|
| The referee blew the whistle and Deepa took the first shot. | 1 |
| Deepa threw the ball with precision, and the stones scattered. | 2 |
| Cheers erupted from the Tigers’ side. | 3 |
| The Sundarpur Tigers began to rebuild the stack of stones. | 4 |
| The Green Warriors took the ball and aimed to hit the Tigers. | 5 |
| All the players from both teams shook hands and appreciated each other. | 6 |
| The Referee lifted the hands of both captains and everyone celebrated. | 7 |
Adverbs Activity (Page 68):
| Adverb | Type | Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Soon | Time | I will finish my homework soon. |
| Badly | Manner | He played badly in the match. |
| Lately | Time | I have been very busy lately. |
| Cheerfully | Manner | She greeted me cheerfully. |
| Quietly | Manner | The students sat quietly. |
| Early | Time | I woke up early today. |
| Carefully | Manner | She carefully placed the stones. |
| Highly | Degree | She is highly talented. |
| Fast | Manner | He runs very fast. |
| Regularly | Frequency | I exercise regularly. |
| Nearby | Place | There is a park nearby. |
| Loudly | Manner | The crowd cheered loudly. |
Definition of Adverb (Page 68):
“Words that tell us more about the verb – how, when, where, or how often an action happens.”
Hindi Instructions to Use:
- “Kram mein lagao” (क्रम में लगाओ) – Put in order
- “Adverb kya hai?” (Adverb क्या है?) – What is an adverb?
- “Kriya visheshan ke udaharan” (क्रिया विशेषण के उदाहरण) – Examples of adverbs
Day 4: Unscramble Words and Sentence Formation (शब्दों को सही क्रम में लगाना और वाक्य निर्माण)
Duration: 30 minutes
| Time | Activity | Hindi Term / Instruction | Teacher’s Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Revision | दोहराव (Dohrav) | Quick adverb recall. Sequencing recap. |
| 10 min | Unscramble Words Activity | अक्षरों को सही क्रम में लगाओ | Use Page 83 (B): “Let’s unscramble the letters as per the meaning of the words given.” |
| 10 min | Sentence Formation Activity | वाक्य बनाओ (Vakya banao) | Use Page 86: “Rearrange the words to form meaningful sentences.” |
| 5 min | Wrap-up | आज क्या सीखा? | Ask: “What words did you unscramble?” “How do we form a proper sentence?” |
Unscramble Words Activity (Page 83 B):
| Hint | Jumbled | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| A place or region beyond a boundary | D E O T I U S | OUTSIDE |
| To raise your hand and move it from side to side as a way of greeting someone | V E A W | WAVE |
| A sports competition or event | H M T A C | MATCH |
| A child of a person’s aunt or uncle | I O U N S C | COUSIN |
Sentence Formation Activity (Page 86 B):
| Jumbled Sentence | Correct Sentence |
|---|---|
| boundary / field / is / the / marked / a / with | The field is marked with a boundary. |
| looked / Prakash / at / surprise / everybody / with | Everybody looked at Prakash with surprise. |
| peacock / saw / a / dancing / I / the / in / rain | I saw a peacock dancing in the rain. |
| white / there / and / grey / are / the / clouds / sky / in | There are white and grey clouds in the sky. |
| fresh / need / every day / water / plants | Plants need fresh water every day. |
Question and Statement Rules (Page 86):
| Statement | Question |
|---|---|
| My name is Sonam. | What is your name? |
| My shirt is blue in colour. | What colour is your shirt? |
| This flower is beautiful. | Is this flower beautiful? |
| I stay in Delhi. | Where do you stay? |
Hindi Instructions to Use:
- “Shabd banao” (शब्द बनाओ) – Make words
- “Vakya banao” (वाक्य बनाओ) – Make sentences
- “Sahi kram mein lagao” (सही क्रम में लगाओ) – Put in correct order
Day 5: Team Badge Activity, Assessment, and Celebration (टीम बैज गतिविधि, मूल्यांकन और उत्सव)
Duration: 30 minutes
| Time | Activity | Hindi Term / Instruction | Teacher’s Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Revision | पुनरावृत्ति (Punaravritti) | Full story recall. Quick adverbs and sentence formation recall. |
| 10 min | Team Badge Activity | टीम बैज (Team badge) | Use Page 87: “Divide the class into small groups and imagine that you are forming a Lagori team. Create your own Lagori Team Badge.” |
| 5 min | Speaking Assessment | बातचीत परीक्षण (Baatcheet parikshan) | Call students one by one. Ask: “What is Lagori?” “Why is teamwork important in games?” “What did the villagers do after the match?” |
| 5 min | Writing Assessment | लेखन परीक्षण (Lekhan parikshan) | Dictate 5 words: Lagori, Satoliya, stones, champion, team. Students write. |
| 5 min | Wrap-up & Celebration | समापन और शाबाशी (Samaapan aur Shabashi) | Celebrate learning about traditional games. Clap for all students. |
Team Badge Activity (Page 87):
Instructions:
- Materials Needed: Drawing sheets, coloured pencils, markers, glitter, decorative materials
- Each group decides a team name (e.g., Rainbow Runners or Sky Warriors)
- Design a unique badge or logo
- Include images like stacked stones, a ball, or symbols of unity
- Present the badge to the class
- Explain the meaning behind the design
Presentation Questions:
- What is your team name?
- What does your badge represent?
- How does it reflect the spirit of Lagori and teamwork?
Speaking Assessment Questions:
| Question | Expected Answer |
|---|---|
| What is Lagori? | It is a game of seven stones. |
| What is Lagori called in Rajasthan? | Satoliya. |
| Why is teamwork important in games? | Because we can win by working together. |
| Who was the captain of Sundarpur Tigers? | Deepa. |
| What did the villagers do after the match? | They clapped and cheered for both teams. |
Writing Assessment:
| Dictation Word | Expected Spelling |
|---|---|
| Lagori | L-A-G-O-R-I |
| Satoliya | S-A-T-O-L-I-Y-A |
| Stones | S-T-O-N-E-S |
| Champion | C-H-A-M-P-I-O-N |
| Team | T-E-A-M |
Assessment Checklist (मूल्यांकन सूची):
| Skill | Criteria | Yes/No |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | Reads the story with comprehension | ☐ |
| Comprehension | Answers 4+ questions correctly | ☐ |
| Vocabulary | Names 5+ new words | ☐ |
| Sequencing | Orders events correctly | ☐ |
| Adverbs | Identifies and uses adverbs | ☐ |
| Sentence Formation | Rearranges words to form sentences | ☐ |
| Creativity | Designs a team badge | ☐ |
| Speaking | Answers questions in sentences | ☐ |
| Writing | Writes dictation words correctly | ☐ |
Additional Activities (अतिरिक्त गतिविधियाँ)
| Activity | Description | Hindi Instruction |
|---|---|---|
| Play Lagori | Take students outside and actually play the game of Lagori. | “Lagori khelo.” (लगोरी खेलो।) |
| Traditional Game Research | Research other traditional Indian games (Gilli-danda, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Pitthu). | “Parmparik khel research karo.” (पारंपरिक खेल रिसर्च करो।) |
| Class Tournament | Organize a class tournament of Lagori or another traditional game. | “Class tournament karo.” (क्लास टूर्नामेंट करो।) |
| Team Cheer | Each team creates a cheer or chant for their team. | “Team cheer banao.” (टीम चीयर बनाओ।) |
| Spot the Differences | Use Page 88: Point out eight differences between two pictures. | “Antar dhundho.” (अंतर ढूंढो।) |
| Word Treasure Hunt | Use Page 85: Find hidden words from the story in a word grid. | “Shabd khoj karo.” (शब्द खोज करो।) |
Resources Needed (आवश्यक सामग्री)
- Textbook: Santoor Class 4 English (Pages 73-88)
- Stones (for demonstration or actual game)
- Ball for Lagori game
- Flashcards: adverbs
- Flashcards: vocabulary words
- Drawing sheets and crayons for team badge
- Decorative materials for team badge
- Notebooks and pencils
- Chart paper for team badge display
Integration with Indian Knowledge System (भारतीय ज्ञान परंपरा से जुड़ाव)
- Traditional Indian Games: Lagori is a traditional Indian game played across the country. It is known by different names in different states – Satoliya in Rajasthan, Piththu in Punjab, etc.
- Unity in Diversity: The game is called by different names but is enjoyed by everyone. This reflects India’s “Unity in Diversity.”
- Teamwork and Sportsmanship: The story teaches the value of teamwork, fair play, and respecting opponents – core Indian values.
- Physical Activity: Traditional Indian games promote physical fitness and mental agility, keeping children healthy and active.
- Community Bonding: The story shows how the entire village comes together to watch and celebrate the match, reflecting the community spirit in India.
- Indian Games vs Video Games: The story emphasizes that traditional games are more exciting than video games, promoting healthy outdoor activity.
Note to the Teacher (शिक्षक के लिए नोट)
- Children often have the habit of using terms like “cousin brother” or “cousin sister”. The teacher may enlighten the students that it is grammatically incorrect, as “cousin” is a common gender. (As mentioned on Page 83)
- Draw learners’ attention to the similarity in how the words sound, difference in spelling, and difference in meaning for homophones.
- Help students revise the concept of personal pronouns while filling in the blanks.
- Encourage children to speak about their experiences with traditional games.
- Use the story to teach values – teamwork, sportsmanship, unity, and respect.
Links to Other Curricular Areas (पाठ्यक्रम के अन्य क्षेत्रों से जुड़ाव)
| Area | Connection |
|---|---|
| Physical Education | Traditional games, Lagori, outdoor play |
| Social Studies | Indian traditional games, cultural diversity |
| Values Education | Teamwork, sportsmanship, unity |
| Art & Craft | Team badge, drawing, creativity |
| Language Development | Vocabulary, adverbs, sentence formation |
| Mathematics | Counting, scoring, geometry (stacking stones) |
Quick Reference Card
Key Characters:
Prakash, Ravi, Deepa (Captain), Guneet, Nidhi, Imran
Key Teams:
Sundarpur Tigers vs Green Warriors
The Game:
Seven stones stacked → Ball knocks them down → Rebuild while avoiding ball
Key Facts:
- Lagori is called Satoliya in Rajasthan
- Seven stones are used
- Deepa is the captain
- Sundarpur Tigers won
Key Message:
“Traditional games are exciting and teach us teamwork!”