NCERT Class 3 Arts Bansuri - I: Chapter 8 — Travel Around
This chapter, "TRAVEL AROUND," from NCERT Class 3 Arts Bansuri, introduces students to the concept of travel through a scenic Odia folk song. It describes a bullock cart journey through a beautiful village, past mountains and a river, with birds chirping and flowers blooming. The song highlights the joy of the journey and the beauty of nature. The chapter also includes activities to explore dynamics in music, like singing louder when closer to an object and softer when farther away. Students are encouraged to learn songs from elders and share them, fostering an appreciation for different languages and cultural expressions through music. This chapter aims to enhance listening skills, musical understanding, and cultural awareness.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Bansuri - I |
| Chapter | Chapter 8 — Travel Around |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 290 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the concept of travel through music and lyrics.
- Explore musical dynamics (loudness and softness).
- Learn and appreciate an Odia folk song.
- Engage in activities related to music and language.
- Develop listening and observational skills.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Melodious | Pleasant-sounding |
| Rhythmic | Having a regular, repeated pattern of sound or movement |
| Dynamics | Variations in loudness in music |
| Folk song | A song traditionally sung by ordinary people in a country or community |
| Scenic | Providing or relating to views of impressive or beautiful natural scenery |
| Bullock cart | A cart pulled by bullocks, used as a means of transport |
| Chirping | The short, high-pitched sound made by small birds |
| Blooming | In the state of flowering |
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Practice questions
- What is the main theme of the Odia folk song in the chapter? Answer: The main theme is a bullock cart journey through a scenic village.
- What does the song describe about the journey? Answer: It describes the bullock cart moving slowly and merrily, with mountains, a river, birds chirping, and flowers blooming.
- What musical concept is explored in Activity 2? Answer: The musical concept of dynamics (singing louder or softer).
- What are students encouraged to do in Activity 1? Answer: To sing a song in a group on any topic and present it to the class.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main focus of NCERT Class 3 Arts Bansuri Chapter 8?
The chapter focuses on the theme of travel, exploring it through an Odia folk song and musical activities.
What is an Odia folk song?
It is a traditional song from the Odia culture, featured in the chapter to describe a scenic journey.
What are musical dynamics as explained in the chapter?
Musical dynamics refer to variations in loudness, such as singing louder when closer to an object and softer when farther away.
What activities are included in this chapter?
Activities include singing a song, playing a game to learn dynamics, and learning an Odia folk song.
Why is learning songs from elders encouraged?
It is encouraged to appreciate different languages and cultural expressions through music.
What kind of journey is described in the song?
The song describes a bullock cart journey through a beautiful village, highlighting natural scenery.
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NCERT Class 3 Arts — Bansuri - I — Chapter 8 — Travel Around. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.