NCERT Class 4 Environmental Studies Looking Around(EVS): Chapter 27 — Chuskit Goes to School
This chapter introduces Chuskit, a ten-year-old girl from Skitpo Pul village, who is incredibly excited to attend school for the first time. Her school is located a short distance from her house, requiring a journey past a lake, across a river near poplar trees, and up a small climb. This is the usual route for all the children in her village. However, Chuskit's situation is different, hinting at a challenge she faces in reaching school like her peers. The narrative builds anticipation for Chuskit's first day and the unique circumstances surrounding her education, setting the stage for understanding her dreams and potential obstacles.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 4 |
| Subject | Environmental Studies |
| Book | Looking Around(EVS) |
| Chapter | Chapter 27 — Chuskit Goes to School |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 116 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the excitement and anticipation associated with starting school.
- Identify the typical route children take to school in a specific village.
- Recognize that individual circumstances can affect a child's ability to attend school.
- Develop empathy for characters facing challenges in accessing education.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| special day | An important or memorable occasion. |
| anticipation | The feeling of expecting or looking forward to something. |
| village | A group of houses and associated buildings, larger than a hamlet and smaller than a town, situated in a rural area. |
| journey | An act of traveling from one place to another. |
| climb | Ascend, especially by using the hands and feet. |
The complete chapter text is read in the official NCERT PDF viewer below (streamed from ncert.nic.in). This page provides NCERT Help study material — summary, vocabulary, practice questions, and FAQs — not a full reproduction of the textbook.
Read chapter online
This PDF is loaded from the official NCERT website (ncert.nic.in). Use the page buttons below to read — download is disabled on NCERT Help.
Read page by page below. PDF is streamed from the official NCERT website — no download button on this page.
Practice questions
- Why was Chuskit so excited on this particular day? Answer: Chuskit was excited because she was going to school for the first time.
- How old is Chuskit? Answer: Chuskit is ten years old.
- Describe the route to Chuskit's school. Answer: The route involves taking the big road, walking along the lake, crossing the river near poplar trees, and then a small climb to reach the school.
- Who reaches the school by this route? Answer: All the children of Skitpo Pul village reach the school by this route.
Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the chapter?
The chapter is titled 'Chuskit's Dream'.
Which class and subject is this chapter from?
This chapter is from NCERT Class 4 Environmental Studies (EVS) - Looking Around.
Who is the main character introduced in the chapter?
The main character introduced is Chuskit, a ten-year-old girl.
What is special about the day for Chuskit?
It is a special day because Chuskit is going to school for the very first time.
Where does Chuskit live?
Chuskit lives in Skitpo Pul village.
What is the general route to school for children in Skitpo Pul village?
Children take the big road, walk along the lake, cross the river near poplar trees, and then make a small climb to reach the school.
Related resources
Important topics
Topics covered
NCERT Class 4 Environmental Studies — Looking Around(EVS) — Chapter 27 — Chuskit Goes to School. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.