Our National Anthem – Class 3 Arts Chapter 6 Notes & NCERT PDF

Introduction

Chapter 6 opens the Music unit of Bansuri–I. The note for teachers says most songs have audio or video you can reach by scanning the QR code in the textbook. It also says children love songs they sing at home during festivals, and that music is everywhere in daily life. It even suggests playing a melody instead of ringing the school bell! The chapter begins with the most important song of our country, our National Anthem, and then invites children to listen to the sounds around them.

What's in this Chapter

- The book prints the full lyrics, from "Jana-gana-mana-adhinayaka jaya he, Bharata-bhagya-vidhata" to "Jaya he, Jaya he, Jaya he, jaya jaya jaya jaya he."

- It gives the Composer: Rabindranath Tagore and the Language: Bangla.

- Do You Know: every country has a National Anthem. It is the official song of the country and is played at important events. "Whenever the National Anthem is played, we must always stand up as a mark of respect for the country."

- Questions: How do you feel while singing it? Sing your school song or prayer. What other types of music do you know?

- There are sounds all around us: rain, chirping birds, moving trains, the moo of a cow, rustling leaves, bells or prayers from places of worship.

- Drums such as the dumroo, pakhavaj, dhol make sounds too, and so does the manjeera.

- Each sound is unique. Children list the sounds they hear around them.

- Do You Know: some sounds can become music. Music is made of melody and rhythm that are pleasant to the ears and enjoyable.

Key Ideas

Activities from the Book

Singing the National Anthem with the QR audio, singing the school song or prayer, and listing sounds from the surroundings.

Words to Learn

Tips for Parents & Teachers

Common Mistakes