NCERT Class 5 Arts Bansuri: Chapter 2 — PEEPING OUT OF THE WINDOW
This chapter, "Peeping Out of the Window," from NCERT Class 5 Arts Bansuri, explores the beauty and resilience of climbers and creepers. It draws parallels between their growth, overcoming obstacles, and seeking support, with the flow of rivers. The chapter highlights how these plants offer flowers, fruits, and vegetables while adding beauty to their surroundings. It then transitions to an art class scenario where students learn about "low relief" inspired by the flexible stems of climbers and creepers. The activity encourages creating designs based on these plants, particularly through the traditional art of Mehndi, emphasizing gentleness, flexibility, and trust. This chapter aims to inspire students to observe nature and express its forms through art, connecting with cultural practices.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 5 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Bansuri |
| Chapter | Chapter 2 — PEEPING OUT OF THE WINDOW |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 3 minutes |
| Word count | 411 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the characteristics and growth patterns of climbers and creepers.
- Recognize the artistic inspiration derived from plants, particularly in low relief.
- Explore the traditional art of Mehndi and its connection to natural designs.
- Develop observational skills and artistic expression inspired by nature.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Germinate | Begin to grow or develop. |
| Creepers | Plants with stems that trail or creep along the ground. |
| Climbers | Plants that grow upwards by twining around a support. |
| Obstacles | Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress. |
| Tendrils | A slender thread-like plant appendage that is used for climbing or supporting. |
| Low relief | A sculptural technique where the sculpted elements are slightly raised from a flat background. |
| Sculptures | The art of making two- or three-dimensional representative or abstract forms, especially by carving stone or wood or by casting metal or plaster. |
| Carvings | A work of art made by carving wood, stone, or other material. |
| Henna | A plant used to make a dye for temporary skin decoration. |
| Paste | A thick, soft, moist substance, typically semi-solid. |
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Practice questions
- What are the main differences between creepers and climbers? Answer: Creepers have stems that trail along the ground, while climbers grow upwards by twining around a support.
- What is 'low relief' in art? Answer: Low relief is when sculpted elements are slightly raised from a flat background, making them appear raised but not fully detached.
- What natural elements inspired the art class activity? Answer: The thin and flexible stems of climbers and creepers inspired the art class activity.
- What is Mehndi, and how is it made? Answer: Mehndi is a tradition of skin decoration using a paste made from henna leaves, applied mainly on palms, arms, and feet.
Frequently asked questions
What lessons do climbers and creepers teach us?
They teach us about being gentle, flexible, trusting, seeking support, and having faith in our surroundings.
What is the artistic technique called 'low relief'?
Low relief is a technique where elements are slightly raised from a flat background, often seen in sculptures and carvings.
How are climbers and creepers different from other plants?
Their thin and flexible stems curve, twist, spiral, and loop as they grow, allowing them to bend and cling to supports.
What is Mehndi made from?
Mehndi is prepared from fresh or dried henna leaves, ground into a thick paste.
Where is Mehndi traditionally applied?
It is applied mainly on the palms, arms, and feet.
What inspired the students in the art class?
The students were inspired by the flowing lines and flexibility of climbers and creepers, which they learned could be represented in low relief.
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NCERT Class 5 Arts — Bansuri — Chapter 2 — PEEPING OUT OF THE WINDOW. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.