NCERT Class 3 Mathematics Maths Mela: Chapter 4 — Vacation with My Nani Maa
This chapter, "Vacation with My Nani Maa," from the NCERT Class 3 Mathematics textbook, introduces basic arithmetic concepts through engaging scenarios. Chirag and Nandini visit their Nani Maa, who plays a 'magic trick' involving hidden marbles, subtly introducing subtraction. The chapter then moves to addition with sweets (balushahi), showing how to combine quantities. It also presents subtraction problems, like how many sweets were eaten. The 'Let Us Do' section encourages practical application of these concepts with seeds. The teacher's note suggests variations for practicing number bonds. This chapter helps students understand addition and subtraction in a relatable context, reinforcing their foundational math skills for CBSE learning.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Maths Mela |
| Chapter | Chapter 4 — Vacation with My Nani Maa |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 353 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand and perform simple addition of two-digit numbers.
- Understand and perform simple subtraction of two-digit numbers.
- Apply addition and subtraction in real-life contexts.
- Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Vacation | A period spent away from home or business in travel or recreation. |
| Nani Maa | Maternal grandmother. |
| Marbles | A small spherical toy, usually made of glass. |
| Handkerchief | A piece of cloth used for wiping one's nose or eyes, or as a decorative accessory. |
| Seeds | The part of a plant from which a new plant can grow. |
| Magazines | A periodical publication containing articles and illustrations, typically covering a particular subject or area of interest. |
| Sweet | A type of food that contains a lot of sugar, such as cakes and chocolates. |
| Balushahi | A traditional Indian sweet, a deep-fried doughnut-like pastry soaked in sugar syrup. |
| Addition | The process or skill of adding numbers together. |
| Subtraction | The process or skill of taking one number away from another. |
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Practice questions
- If Chirag had 7 balushahi and Nandini had 5, how many did they have together? Answer: 12 balushahi
- Nandini had 7 balushahi. If she ate 3, how many are left? Answer: 4 balushahi
- In the 'Let Us Do' activity, if there were 15 total seeds and 12 were on the table, how many were hidden? Answer: 3 seeds
- If Chirag had 5 balushahi and ate some, and 2 are left, how many did he eat? Answer: 3 balushahi
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of the NCERT Class 3 Mathematics Chapter 4?
The chapter 'Vacation with My Nani Maa' focuses on introducing basic addition and subtraction concepts through relatable scenarios involving children and their grandmother.
What mathematical trick does Nani Maa show?
Nani Maa shows a magic trick where she can guess the number of marbles hidden by a child, which is a simple introduction to subtraction.
What are the examples of addition and subtraction used in the chapter?
The chapter uses examples like counting balushahi sweets (addition) and figuring out how many were eaten (subtraction).
What is the purpose of the 'Let Us Do' activity?
The 'Let Us Do' activity encourages students to practice the concepts of hidden and total quantities, reinforcing subtraction skills with seeds.
How does this chapter help students in CBSE studies?
It builds foundational understanding of addition and subtraction, essential for future mathematical learning in CBSE curriculum.
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NCERT Class 3 Mathematics — Maths Mela — Chapter 4 — Vacation with My Nani Maa. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.