NCERT Class 4 The World Around Us Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit): Chapter 7 — अस्माकं पारिपार्श्विकानि वस्तूनि
This chapter, 'Our Surroundings' (अस्माकं पारिपार्श्विकानि वस्तूनि), from NCERT's Class 4 'Our Wondrous World' textbook in Sanskrit, introduces students to the objects around them. It explores how these objects function and are made. Students will learn through hands-on activities with simple toys like spinning tops and paper boats, observing and experimenting with how objects work. They will also investigate which objects float or sink in water. The chapter delves into the manufacturing process, explaining how paper is made by hand and then on a larger scale using machines. It covers paper-making tools and colored papers, introducing concepts of waste control and responsible decision-making. By comparing traditional and modern methods, students will gain a deeper understanding of everyday objects and their relationship with the environment. This chapter aims to foster curiosity and a scientific approach to understanding the material world.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 4 |
| Subject | The World Around Us |
| Book | Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 7 — अस्माकं पारिपार्श्विकानि वस्तूनि |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 3 minutes |
| Word count | 414 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify and understand objects in their surroundings.
- Experiment with how objects move, float, and sink.
- Learn about the process of making paper, both by hand and machine.
- Understand basic concepts of waste control and sustainability.
- Develop curiosity and a scientific approach to observing the world.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| पारिपार्श्विकानि | surroundings |
| वस्तूनि | objects |
| प्रवर्तन्ते | function/move |
| निर्मीयन्ते | are made/created |
| क्रीडकैः | toys |
| भ्रामिका | spinning top |
| कागदनौका | paper boat |
| तरन्ति | float |
| शुद्ध्यन्ति | sink |
| हस्तनिर्मितानि | handmade |
| यन्त्रेषु | in machines |
| पत्रानि | papers |
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Practice questions
- What are some common objects mentioned in the chapter that students can experiment with? Answer: Spinning tops (भ्रामिका) and paper boats (कागदनौका) are mentioned.
- What two main processes related to objects are discussed in this chapter? Answer: How objects function/move (कथं प्रवर्तन्ते) and how objects are made (कथं निर्मीयन्ते).
- What activity can students do to understand floating and sinking? Answer: Placing different objects in water to see which ones float (तरन्ति) or sink (शुद्ध्यन्ति).
- What is one way paper is mentioned as being made? Answer: By hand (हस्तनिर्मितानि) and in machines (यन्त्रेषु).
Frequently asked questions
What is the main theme of Chapter 7 in NCERT Class 4 'Our Wondrous World'?
The chapter, 'Our Surroundings' (अस्माकं पारिपार्श्विकानि वस्तूनि), focuses on understanding the objects around us, how they work, and how they are made.
What kind of activities will students do in this chapter?
Students will engage in practical activities using toys like spinning tops and paper boats, and conduct experiments on floating and sinking.
Does the chapter discuss manufacturing processes?
Yes, it explains how paper is made, both by hand and using machines, and introduces concepts of waste control.
What is the language of this NCERT textbook chapter?
The chapter is in Sanskrit.
What broader concepts does the chapter touch upon?
It introduces sustainability, waste control, and the relationship between everyday objects and the environment.
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NCERT Class 4 The World Around Us — Our Wondrous World (Sanskrit) — Chapter 7 — अस्माकं पारिपार्श्विकानि वस्तूनि. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.