Chuskit Goes to School – Class 4 EVS NCERT Solutions

Explore the solutions for Chuskit Goes to School, Class 4 EVS NCERT. This inspiring chapter teaches us about determination, inclusivity, and the power of community support. It shows how obstacles can be overcome when people work together to help others. The story emphasizes that every child has the right to education, regardless of their physical abilities.

Chapter Summary (English)

The chapter “Chuskit Goes to School” tells the heartwarming story of a 10-year-old girl named Chuskit from Skitpo Pul village in Ladakh. Due to her inability to use her legs since birth, Chuskit couldn’t attend school like other children. Though she had a wheelchair, the uneven road and river crossing made it impossible for her to reach school. Abdul, a thoughtful friend, took initiative and with the help of teachers, students, and community members, they made the path accessible for Chuskit by leveling the road and building a small wooden bridge. The story beautifully illustrates how community effort can help overcome barriers and make education accessible to all.

अध्याय सारांश (Hindi)

चुस्कित की कहानी एक प्रेरणादायक कहानी है जो लद्दाख के स्कितपो पुल गाँव की एक 10 वर्षीय लड़की के बारे में है। जन्म से ही अपने पैरों का उपयोग न कर पाने के कारण, चुस्कित अन्य बच्चों की तरह स्कूल नहीं जा पाती थी। हालांकि उसके पास व्हीलचेयर थी, लेकिन ऊबड़-खाबड़ सड़क और नदी पार करने की समस्या के कारण वह स्कूल नहीं पहुंच पाती थी। अब्दुल नाम के एक संवेदनशील दोस्त ने पहल की और शिक्षकों, छात्रों और समुदाय के सदस्यों की मदद से सड़क को समतल बनाकर और एक छोटा लकड़ी का पुल बनाकर चुस्कित के लिए रास्ता सुगम बना दिया। यह कहानी दर्शाती है कि कैसे सामुदायिक प्रयास बाधाओं को दूर कर सभी के लिए शिक्षा को सुलभ बना सकती है।

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Exercise Solutions

1. How do you go to school?

I go to school by walking with my friends. We walk together through our neighborhood streets. Some of my friends come by school bus, while others come by their parents’ vehicles. The walk to school is enjoyable as we get to chat with friends and observe the surroundings on our way.

2. Find out where Ladakh is. What kind of a place is it?

Ladakh is a Union Territory located in the northern part of India. It is known for its:

• High-altitude desert landscape with mountains and valleys
• Beautiful monasteries and Buddhist culture
• Cold climate with temperatures often below freezing point
• Sparse vegetation and unique geographical features
• Traditional villages scattered across mountainous terrain

3. What are the things that you enjoy doing in school?

As a student, I enjoy many activities in school:

• Learning new subjects and participating in classroom discussions
• Playing with friends during break time
• Taking part in sports and cultural activities
• Working on science projects and art activities
• Reading interesting books in the library

4. Do you like going to school?

Yes, I really enjoy going to school because it’s not just about studying but also about meeting friends, learning new things, and participating in various activities. School helps me develop new skills, make friends, and discover my interests. The teachers are supportive, and every day brings something new to learn and experience.

5. Would you like it if you never could go to school?

No, I would not like it if I could never go to school. School is essential for our growth and development. Without school, I would miss out on:

• Quality education and learning opportunities
• Making friends and learning social skills
• Participating in sports and cultural activities
• Developing important life skills
• The joy of discovering new things

6. Who all helped Chuskit to reach school?

Many people helped Chuskit reach school:

• Abdul, who took the initiative and spoke to the teachers
• The Headmaster and teachers who supported the idea
• One group of children who helped level the road
• Another group who worked near the river
• Older children who helped build the wooden bridge
• Her parents (Aama-le and Aaba-le) who supported and encouraged her

7. If you were Abdul what would you have done?

If I were Abdul, I would have done exactly what he did – take initiative to help Chuskit. I would:

• Talk to teachers and school authorities about making the school accessible
• Gather friends and classmates to help with the work
• Plan and organize the work of leveling the road and building the bridge
• Ensure regular maintenance of the path and bridge
• Encourage other students to help and support Chuskit in school

8. At last, Chuskit could reach school. Do you think that she may face some difficulties in school? What kind of difficulties? If you were Chuskit’s friend, how would you help her?

Yes, Chuskit might face some difficulties in school:

• Moving around between different classrooms
• Accessing different floors if the school has stairs
• Participating in certain physical activities
• Using facilities like libraries and laboratories

• Helping her move around the school
• Carrying her books and materials
• Including her in all activities and games
• Standing up for her if anyone treats her unkindly
• Making sure she feels comfortable and included in class

9. Do you have ramps in your school on which a wheelchair can move?

Yes, our school has ramps at various locations to make it accessible for students using wheelchairs. There are ramps:

• At the main entrance of the school
• Leading to the classrooms and laboratories
• Near the playground and assembly area
• At emergency exits

10. Do you know any child near your house who cannot go to school because of some difficulty? Would you like to help such a child? How will you help?

Yes, there is a child in our neighborhood who has difficulty walking and cannot go to school regularly. I would definitely like to help them by:

• Sharing my school notes and study materials
• Helping them with homework and lessons
• Talking to teachers about ways to make school more accessible
• Encouraging other friends to help and support
• Suggesting online learning options when physical attendance is difficult

11. Look at the buildings around your house. Can a wheelchair go inside the building?

After observing the buildings around my house, I notice:

• Some buildings have ramps while others only have stairs
• The newer buildings are more wheelchair-friendly
• Many shops and public places still need proper wheelchair access
• Some buildings have steep ramps that are difficult to use
• Most residential buildings need modifications to become wheelchair accessible

Activity Solutions

1. Draw pictures of a ramp and a wheelchair in your notebook.

For this activity, I would draw:

• A wheelchair with all its parts – wheels, armrests, footrests, and handles
• A ramp showing proper slope and railings
• Different views of both to understand their structure better

2. Why not make your own bridge? For this, use material that you can find around you.

To make a model bridge, I would:

• Collect ice cream sticks, plastic spoons, small sticks, rope, and string
• Design a simple but sturdy bridge structure
• Use glue or string to join the materials
• Test the bridge’s strength with small weights
• Make improvements based on testing results

3. In a group of friends make a model showing fields, rivers, mountains, roads, and railway tracks, etc.

To create this model, we would:

• Use clay for making mountains and uneven terrain
• Create rivers using blue paper or aluminum foil
• Make roads using sand or brown paper
• Add small twigs for trees and vegetation
• Place our handmade bridges at appropriate positions
• Use pebbles to create realistic landscape features