Part I Change of Heart
Let us discuss
1. State whether the following is True or False.
Prabhat would accept losing to anyone easily.
2. What was special about the last Friday of each month?
3. Who was responsible for maintaining the score for the match?
4. Do you think Prabhat wished to play another match with Surya? Why do you think so?
5. How did Surya feel about playing?
6. What was it about Surya that Prabhat observed?
Answer:
1. Prabhat would accept losing to anyone easily.
Answer: False.
(Prabhat could not bear losing and only played games when he was sure of winning.)
2. What was special about the last Friday of each month?
Answer: The last Friday of each month was significant because the coach conducted friendly matches during the games period.
3. Who was responsible for maintaining the score for the match?
Answer: Prabhat was responsible for maintaining the score for the match.
4. Do you think Prabhat wished to play another match with Surya? Why do you think so?
Answer: No, Prabhat likely did not wish to play another match with Surya. This is because Prabhat only played games when he was sure of winning, and Surya was clearly a better player. Prabhat had to cheat to win, so he might avoid playing Surya again to avoid the risk of losing.
5. How did Surya feel about playing?
Answer: Surya enjoyed playing games regardless of whether he was winning or losing. He always had a happy smile on his face and had fun during the game, even if he wasn’t good at it.
6. What was it about Surya that Prabhat observed?
Answer: Prabhat observed that Surya enjoyed every game equally, no matter how well or poorly he played. Surya didn’t care about the scoreboard or winning; he simply enjoyed playing the game for its own sake and had fun throughout.
Let us think and reflect
1. Read the lines given below and answer the questions.
(a) If Prabhat sensed that he would lose a game, he would not play it. He would take part only when he was sure of winning, even if he game lasted only for a minute. You could not stop him from playing the kind of games he was really good at, like badminton.
(i) Complete the sentences suitably.
Prabhat would play a game only if ________.
(ii) Which game was Prabhat good at playing?
(iii) Select the most suitable option to complete the sentence.
This behaviour of Prabhat tells us that he was __________.
a. good at the game
b. sure to win
c. afraid of losing
(b) Surprisingly, Prabhat could not sleep well that night. He had won the game but he did not feel as happy as he usually did. What was surprising was that Surya did not feel bad about losing. What was more surprising was that Prabhat saw Surya playing basketball the next day.
(i)Select the one option that tells us about the way Prabhat was feeling that night.
a. hurt
b. unhappy
c. afraid
d focused
(ii) Why does Prabhat find Surya’s behaviour ‘surprising’?
(iii) Fill in the blanks by choosing the most suitable option given in the bracket.
We can say that Surya’s reaction to not winning was ______- (similar to/as serious as/different from) Prabhat’s.
2. Answer the following questions.
(a) How did Prabhat’s attitude towards winning and losing affect his enjoyment of games in the beginning?
(b) Why do you think Prabhat cheated in the beginning to win the badminton match against Surya?
(c) How did Surya’s attitude differ from Prabhat’s?
(d) Do you think Prabhat’s approach to games was healthy? Why or Why not?
(e) Why do you think sporting spirit is important?
(f) Explain how the title of the story, ‘Change of Heart’, is suitable.
Answer:
1. Read the lines given below and answer the questions.
(a) If Prabhat sensed that he would lose a game, he would not play it. He would take part only when he was sure of winning, even if the game lasted only for a minute. You could not stop him from playing the kind of games he was really good at, like badminton.
(i) Complete the sentence suitably:
Prabhat would play a game only if he was sure of winning.
(ii) Which game was Prabhat good at playing?
Prabhat was good at playing badminton.
(iii) Select the most suitable option to complete the sentence:
This behaviour of Prabhat tells us that he was c. afraid of losing.
(b) Surprisingly, Prabhat could not sleep well that night. He had won the game, but he did not feel as happy as he usually did. What was surprising was that Surya did not feel bad about losing. What was more surprising was that Prabhat saw Surya playing basketball the next day.
(i) Select the one option that tells us about the way Prabhat was feeling that night.
b. unhappy
(ii) Why does Prabhat find Surya’s behaviour ‘surprising’?
Prabhat found Surya’s behaviour surprising because, even after losing the game, Surya did not feel upset. Instead, he remained cheerful and continued playing other games the next day.
(iii) Fill in the blanks by choosing the most suitable option given in the bracket.
We can say that Surya’s reaction to not winning was different from Prabhat’s.
2. Answer the following questions.
(a) How did Prabhat’s attitude towards winning and losing affect his enjoyment of games in the beginning?
In the beginning, Prabhat’s attitude made him anxious and selective about games. He only played when he was sure of winning, which limited his enjoyment. Instead of focusing on the fun and learning aspect of games, he focused only on victory, making his experience less fulfilling.
(b) Why do you think Prabhat cheated in the beginning to win the badminton match against Surya?
Prabhat cheated because he was afraid of losing. He had always wanted to win, and when he realized that he might not, he chose an unfair way to secure victory rather than accepting defeat gracefully.
(c) How did Surya’s attitude differ from Prabhat’s?
Surya’s attitude was completely different from Prabhat’s. He played for enjoyment and did not mind losing. He focused on participation rather than just winning. Unlike Prabhat, he did not let losing affect his confidence or enthusiasm for playing games.
(d) Do you think Prabhat’s approach to games was healthy? Why or Why not?
No, Prabhat’s approach was not healthy because he avoided challenges and only played when he was sure of winning. This prevented him from improving his skills and learning important life lessons, such as handling failure and sportsmanship.
(e) Why do you think sporting spirit is important?
Sporting spirit is important because it teaches us fairness, discipline, teamwork, and how to accept both victory and defeat gracefully. It helps in developing a positive attitude and resilience in life.
(f) Explain how the title of the story, ‘Change of Heart,’ is suitable.
The title ‘Change of Heart’ is suitable because Prabhat undergoes a transformation in his attitude towards games and competition. Initially, he feared losing and only played when he was sure of winning. However, after seeing Surya’s positive approach, he realized that enjoying the game and accepting failure with grace is more important than just winning.
Let us Learn
1. Make as many words as possible using consecutive letters, without changing the order of the letter’s from the words in the boxes. One has been done for you.
| (a) Badminton | Bad | Admin | Mint | In | Ton | On |
| (b) Phenomenon | ||||||
| (e) basketball |
Now, you can choose words of your own and create your own such puzzle. Share them with your class and try solving others’.
2. Read the following sentences and circle the verbs.
(a) Everyone was discussing their game and how Prabhat had played so well.
(b) He had won the game but he feel as happy s he usually did.
(c) What was more surprising was that Surya had not felt bad about losing.
3. Arrange the circled verbs as the action (old action) or second action (new action). One has been done for you.
| S. No. | Column A FIRST ACTION (OLD) | Column B SECOND ACTION (NEW) |
| 1. | had played | was discussing |
| 2. | ||
| 3. |
The verbs in column A that refer to the first action or the old action are past perfect.
4. Fill in the blanks with the past perfect form of verbs given within the brackets.
(a) Prabhat ________ already ________ his homework before going to the badminton match. (finish)
(b) Surya ______ basketball for years before joining the school’s badminton team. (play)
(c) By the time Prabhat arrived, Surya _______ already ________ several matches. (win)
(d) The new student, Surya _______ Prabhat before coming the school. (never meet)
(e) Before the games period, Prabhat _____ badminton extensively. (practice)
Answer:
1. Make as many words as possible using consecutive letters, without changing the order of letters.
(b) Phenomenon
- Phen
- Phone
- Nome
- Men
- One
- On
- Non
(c) Basketball
- Basket
- Ask
- Ball
- All
- Tall
- Ate
- Bet
- Set
2. Read the sentences and circle the verbs.
(a) Everyone was discussing their game and how Prabhat had played so well.
(b) He had won the game but he felt as happy as he usually did.
(c) What was more surprising was that Surya had not felt bad about losing.
3. Arrange the circled verbs into First Action (Old) and Second Action (New).
| S. No. | First Action (Old) | Second Action (New) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | had played | was discussing |
| 2. | had won | felt |
| 3. | had not felt | was |
Explanation: The verbs in column A are in past perfect tense, indicating an action that was completed before another past action.
4. Fill in the blanks with the past perfect form of the given verbs.
(a) Prabhat had already finished his homework before going to the badminton match.
(b) Surya had played basketball for years before joining the school’s badminton team.
(c) By the time Prabhat arrived, Surya had already won several matches.
(d) The new student, Surya had never met Prabhat before coming to the school.
(e) Before the games period, Prabhat had practiced badminton extensively.
Let us Speak
Look at the situations given below. In pairs, take turns to use three magic words-‘please’, thank you’ and ‘sorry’ -for the situations given below. Use the prompts given in the prompts given in the table to learn how to thank and apologies properly.
1. You are Vani – You want to tell request your friends to take you in their team during games period.
2. You Somiwon – You want to tell Hitesh to help you with the cleaning of the classroom cupboard.
3. You are Sumit – You accidently spilled water on Nupur’s desk.
4. You are Hitesh – You forgot to get Simran’s Art file to school.
5. You are Kriti – You spoke rudely to Nupur.
6. You are Mohan – You wish to thank Hitesh for helping you practice for the Inter-House speech competition.
7. You are Meher – You are grateful that Simran helped you understand a chapter taught at school when you were absent.
8. You are Rima- You are thankful to Gita for helping you collect the notebooks from the staff-room.
| Request | |
| Could you please…. | |
| Please can you help me with ….. | |
| Kindly _________. Please. | |
| For rude behaviour | I’m sorry, That was my fault. |
| I’m very sorry for the way I behaved. | |
| I apologise. I was out of line. | |
| Thank you. It means so much to me that you…. | |
| I truly appreciate your help wait….. Thank you | |
| I wish to thank you from the bottom of my heart because you…… | |
Answer:
1. Vani – Requesting to join the team
🗣️ Vani:
“Could you please take me in your team for the games period? I would really love to play with you all.”
2. Somiwon – Asking Hitesh to help clean cupboard
🗣️ Somiwon:
“Please can you help me with cleaning the classroom cupboard? It’s quite messy, and I could use your help.”
3. Sumit – Apologizing for spilling water
🗣️ Sumit:
“I’m sorry. That was my fault. I didn’t mean to spill water on your desk, Nupur. Let me help you clean it.”
4. Hitesh – Apologizing for forgetting file
🗣️ Hitesh:
“I apologise. I was out of line. I forgot to get your Art file today, Simran. I’ll bring it first thing tomorrow.”
5. Kriti – Apologizing for rude behaviour
🗣️ Kriti:
“I’m very sorry for the way I behaved. I didn’t mean to be rude, Nupur. Please forgive me.”
6. Mohan – Thanking Hitesh for speech practice help
🗣️ Mohan:
“Thank you. It means so much to me that you helped me prepare for the Inter-House speech competition. I couldn’t have done it without you!”
7. Meher – Thanking Simran for helping with studies
🗣️ Meher:
“I wish to thank you from the bottom of my heart because you helped me understand the chapter when I was absent. You made it so easy for me.”
8. Rima – Thanking Gita for collecting notebooks
🗣️ Rima:
“I truly appreciate your help with collecting the notebooks from the staff room. Thank you! That was very kind of you.”
Let us Write
Prabhat managed to change the scoreboard while Surya was looking elsewhere. Yet, he did not feel so happy that night. Unable to sleep, he decided to write down his feelings in his diary.
Given below is the page where he wrote his feelings that night. Complete it with the help of the phrases given in the box below.
| I won the match | I do not feel happy about it. |
| I will lose the match | I manged to change the scoreboard |
| I felt very happy | Everyone Congratulated me after my win |
| Surya did not feel bad | He had fun playing with me |
Saturday
17 August 20XX
Today, I defeated Surya in a badminton match but (i) _________ . He was playing very well and was getting the points easily. I was sure that (ii) _______. So, when everyone was laughing at a joke he cracked, (ii) _______. No one noticed the change and (iv)_______-. What surprised me the most was that he said (v) _______ and we should play again. How could he be so relaxed after losing a match? He should have been sad if not crying over his loss!
Though (vi) ______ I did not enjoy as I usually do. It really disturbed me that (vii) ________ about losing the match. It is still bothering me. Is it because I changed the score? I do not enjoy as I usually do. It really disturbed me that (vii) ________ about losing the match. It is still bothering me. Is it because I changed the score? I do not understand myself.
Let me sleep now. I feel that it may make me feel better.
Good night!
Answer:
Saturday
17 August 20XX
Today, I defeated Surya in a badminton match but (i) I do not feel happy about it. He was playing very well and was getting the points easily. I was sure that (ii) I will lose the match. So, when everyone was laughing at a joke he cracked, (iii) I managed to change the scoreboard. No one noticed the change and (iv) I won the match. What surprised me the most was that he said (v) he had fun playing with me and we should play again. How could he be so relaxed after losing a match? He should have been sad if not crying over his loss!
Though (vi) everyone congratulated me after my win, I did not enjoy as I usually do. It really disturbed me that (vii) Surya did not feel bad about losing the match. It is still bothering me. Is it because I changed the score?
I do not understand myself. Let me sleep now. I feel that it may make me feel better.
Good night!
Part 2 The Winner
Let us discuss
1. Read the given lines from the poem. Write the meaning of the lines by identifying the words/expressions in them.
| S. No. | Lines from the poem | Meaning |
| 1. | next to the creek Clue: a small body of water | |
| 2. | I can’t even catch my breath Clue: the child has been running | |
| 3. | When blue dark turns to black Clue: the colour of the sky changes from blue to black. What does it mean? | |
| 5. | trees creep close Clue: it is evening time Why do you think the trees seem close? |
2. Read the poem. Complete the following based on the poem.
The children play ________ in the _______ in the neighbour’s ______. They run so ______ that they run out of breath. They continue to play till the evening when the blue sky turns ________. and the trees are not clearly visible. They can feel feet ______ . now that it is cold. Finally, they stop ________ and go home as it is night.
Answer:
1. Read the given lines from the poem. Write the meaning of the lines by identifying the words/expressions in them.
| S. No. | Lines from the poem | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | next to the creek | Playing near a small stream or water body |
| 2 | I can’t even catch my breath | The child is out of breath from running fast and being very active |
| 3 | When blue dark turns to black | The sky is changing from evening (dark blue) to night (black), indicating nightfall |
| 5 | trees creep close | As it gets darker, the trees seem to move closer or appear bigger because of the shadows and reduced light |
2. Read the poem. Complete the following based on the poem.
The children play ball in the evening in the neighbour’s field. They run so fast that they run out of breath. They continue to play till the evening when the blue sky turns black, and the trees are not clearly visible. They can feel feet ache now that it is cold. Finally, they stop playing and go home as it is night.
Let us think and reflect
1. Read the given lines and answer the questions that follow.
(a) We run so fast
I
can’t
even
catch
my
breath.
(i) Complete the sentence given below with the correct option. The speaker needs to catch her breath because ______________.
a. everyone decides to walk
b. all the friends wish to go home
c. running fast result in being breathless
d. they need to do breathing exercises
(ii) Is the speaker alone? Why do you say so?
(iii) What does the pattern in the lines tell us?
(b) When blue dark turns to black,
cold grass aches our feet,
trees creep close-
game’s over,
Nights wins!
(i) Give one reason why the grass is cold.
(ii) Complete the sentence suitably.
The children’s feet are aching because ______.
(iii) Why does ‘Night’ win?
Night wins because the ____________.
a. time for play has ended
b. children are tired
c. time to play at home begins
d. night follows day
Answer:
(a) “We run so fast / I / can’t / even / catch / my / breath.”
(i) Complete the sentence given below with the correct option:
The speaker needs to catch her breath because
→ c. running fast results in being breathless
(ii) Is the speaker alone? Why do you say so?
→ No, the speaker is not alone. The use of the word “we” shows that the speaker is playing with other children.
(iii) What does the pattern in the lines tell us?
→ The broken and staggered line pattern shows the speaker’s breathlessness. It gives the feeling of someone trying to speak while gasping for air, reflecting how tired she is after running.
(b) “When blue dark turns to black, / cold grass aches our feet, / trees creep close— / game’s over, / Night wins!”
(i) Give one reason why the grass is cold.
→ The grass is cold because it is evening turning into night, and the temperature is dropping as the sun sets.
(ii) Complete the sentence suitably:
The children’s feet are aching because they have been running barefoot on the cold grass for a long time.
(iii) Why does ‘Night’ win?
Night wins because the
→ a. time for play has ended
Let us Learn
1. Read the information given in the table and see what he poet has done in the poem ‘The Winner’.
| Lines from the poem | what the poet has done | other examples |
| I can’t even catch my breath | This tells us that the children are really out of the breath. The pattern is used to highlight them being out of breath. | The leaves are falling, falling, falling. |
| Night wins! | The poet has used human qualities for inanimate things. Here, night has been shown as winning This is called personification. | The sun played hide-and-seek with the clouds. |
Now, try to write some examples of your own for both. Use your imagination when creating these examples.
Answer:
Lines from the poem:
I / can’t / even / catch / my / breath
What the poet has done:
This tells us that the children are really out of breath. The pattern is used to highlight them being breathless.
Other example (your own):
My heart
beats
loud,
louder,
loudest.
Lines from the poem:
Night wins!
What the poet has done:
The poet has used human qualities for inanimate things. Here, night has been shown as winning.
This is called personification.
Other example (your own):
The wind whispered secrets through the trees.
—or—
The moon smiled down at us from the sky.
Let us listen
Listen to the riddles and write which sport is being referred to in the table below.
| Riddle | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Sport |
Try to create a riddle about you favourite game/sport/activity. Share your riddles with your classmates. Let’s see who all are able to guess it right.
Answer:
Let us Speak
Enact the roles of a parent and a child.
Situation 1: Coming home late after play.
(Parent upset/Child explaining)
Situation 2 : Sharing details of the games you played.
(Child excited/ Parent asking details with interest)
Situation 3 : Bring a new friend home after playtime.
(Child introducing/Parent welcoming)
Answer:
🎭 Situation 1: Coming home late after play
(Parent upset / Child explaining)
Parent:
You’re so late! I was really worried. Why didn’t you come on time?
Child:
I’m really sorry, Mom. We were playing hide and seek, and I didn’t realize how late it had gotten.
Parent:
You could have at least called! It’s not safe to be out so late.
Child:
I know… I’ll be more careful next time and promise to call if I’m going to be late.
🎭 Situation 2: Sharing details of the games you played
(Child excited / Parent asking with interest)
Parent:
So, what games did you play today?
Child:
Oh, it was amazing! First, we played cricket, and I hit two fours! Then we played a game of tag—it was so much fun!
Parent:
Wow, sounds like you had a great time! Who all were there?
Child:
Almost everyone from our lane. Even Riya’s younger brother joined in today!
🎭 Situation 3: Bringing a new friend home after playtime
(Child introducing / Parent welcoming)
Child:
Hi Mom! This is my new friend, Aarav. We met in the park today and played together.
Parent:
Hello, Aarav! It’s so nice to meet you. Would you like some juice or snacks?
Aarav:
Thank you, Aunty! Yes, please.
Child:
Can we play in my room for a while?
Parent:
Of course! Just keep the noise down a little, okay?
Let us Write
Write a paragraph about your playtime, using the clues given below.
What time do I go out to play?
Who do I play with?
What games do we play?
Which is my favourite game?
What do we gain from playing together?
When do we finish playing and go home?
Now, give a little to your paragraph.
Answer:
My Playtime
I go out to play every evening at around 5 o’clock after finishing my homework. I play with my friends who live in the same neighbourhood. We play many fun games like cricket, hide-and-seek, football, and sometimes we even ride our bicycles together. My favourite game is cricket because I love batting and hitting the ball far. Playing with my friends makes me happy. It also helps us stay fit and learn how to work as a team. We laugh, run, and enjoy every moment together. We usually stop playing when it starts to get dark, around 7 o’clock, and then we all go back home tired but cheerful. I always look forward to playtime every day!
Let us explore
There are many indigenous games in India. Kho-Kho is an example of an native games of your state and other parts of India. Learn the rules one such game and play it with your classmates under the supervision of your teacher.
Answer:
Kho-Kho – The Tag Game of India
What You Need:
- A big open ground
- Two teams of 9 players each
- A centerline and two poles at each end
Basic Rules of Kho-Kho:
- Teams: There are two teams—one team takes the chasing role, and the other is the defending (running) team.
- Chasers: The chasers sit on the ground in a straight line, alternating directions. One player is active and runs around to catch the defenders.
- Defenders: Only 3 defenders from the defending team enter the field at a time. Their job is to dodge the chasers and not get touched.
- Giving Kho: The active chaser can give a ‘Kho’ (touch on the back) to a seated teammate to activate them, and that teammate then gets up to chase.
- Changing direction: The chaser can only run in one direction unless they go around a pole.
- Time: Each team gets 9 minutes to chase and 9 minutes to defend.
Winning the Game:
The team that tags more defenders in less time wins!
Why It’s Fun:
Kho-Kho is not only fast and exciting but also helps improve speed, teamwork, and strategy.
Yoga-A Way of Life
Let us discuss
1. Read the passage again and fill in the blanks with words from the box.
sleep
lifestyle
health
strength
calm
stress
balance
Yoga is a practice that not only improves physical flexibility but also improves mental (i) _______ and leads to a healthier (ii) ________. It involves a series of asanas, which increase muscular (iii) ________. Practicing yoga also leads to a better body and mind (iv) _________ and reduces body pain such as the lower back. Moreover, the focus on breathing techniques and meditation makes the mind (v) _________. Lessons (vi) __________. and improves the quality of (vii) _______. This helps to adopt a more positive lifestyle.
Answer:
Yoga is a practice that not only improves physical flexibility but also improves mental (i) health and leads to a healthier (ii) lifestyle. It involves a series of asanas, which increase muscular (iii) strength. Practicing yoga also leads to a better body and mind (iv) balance and reduces body pain such as the lower back. Moreover, the focus on breathing techniques and meditation makes the mind (v) calm. Lessons (vi) stress and improves the quality of (vii) sleep. This helps to adopt a more positive lifestyle.
Let us think and reflect
1. What is the aim of yoga
2. Explain the idea of unity in Yoga.
3. What does the launch of the WHO mYoga app tell us about the importance of yoga?
4. Describe one long-term effect that the practice of yoga can have on a person’s qualities
Answer:
1. What is the aim of yoga?
The aim of yoga is to create a healthy balance between the body and the mind. It helps improve physical strength and flexibility while also calming the mind, reducing stress, and encouraging a peaceful and disciplined lifestyle.
2. Explain the idea of unity in Yoga.
The word “Yoga” itself means union or joining. It represents the unity of body and mind, as well as the connection between the individual self and the universe. Through yoga, a person learns to harmonize thoughts, actions, and emotions, leading to a more balanced and connected life.
3. What does the launch of the WHO mYoga app tell us about the importance of yoga?
The launch of the WHO mYoga app shows that yoga is now recognized globally for its health benefits. It highlights the importance of making yoga accessible to everyone, anywhere in the world. It also shows that yoga is not just a cultural tradition, but a valuable health practice supported by international organizations.
4. Describe one long-term effect that the practice of yoga can have on a person’s qualities.
One long-term effect of practicing yoga is the development of patience and emotional control. With regular practice, a person learns to stay calm even in stressful situations, make better decisions, and respond to challenges with a peaceful and balanced mindset.
Let us listen
You will listen to a girl talk about practicing yoga. As you listen, select four true statements from the sentences given in the table.
| Statements | T/F |
| 1. The girl’s people at the park doing breathing exercises. | |
| 2. Her grandfather began practising yoga sixteen years ago. | |
| 3. The girl practises some easy yoga exercise with her grandfather. | |
| 4. The girl practises breathing exercises to relax. | |
| 5. Her grandfather is fit even though he has untimely meals. | |
| 6. Her grandfather’s regular yoga practice has kept him strong. | |
| 7. The girls wishes to learn asanas over the weekend. |
Answer:
| Statements | T/F |
|---|---|
| 1. The girl sees people at the park doing breathing exercises. | ✅ True |
| 3. The girl practises some easy yoga exercise with her grandfather. | ✅ True |
| 4. The girl practises breathing exercises to relax. | ✅ True |
| 6. Her grandfather’s regular yoga practice has kept him strong. | ✅ True |
Let us speak
1. Participate in groups of four to share your ‘yoga thoughts’.
| If you have tried yoga | If you have not tried yoga, yet |
| I practise yoga because….. My favourite thing about yoga is…… I feel _________ after a yoga session because … The one thing in yoga that I want to practise is _____ because ….. | I wish to practise yoga because…… I hope that one I begin practising yoga, I……. The kind of exercise I want to try in yoga is _____ because ……. |
2. Take turns to speak and listen to others when they share their thoughts.
Answer:
🌿 If you have tried yoga:
Student 1:
I practise yoga because it helps me stay calm and focused.
My favourite thing about yoga is doing the breathing exercises—they really relax my mind.
I feel peaceful after a yoga session because it helps me forget all my stress.
The one thing in yoga that I want to practise more is Surya Namaskar because it stretches the whole body.
Student 2:
I practise yoga every morning with my mother.
My favourite thing about yoga is Shavasana, because it’s so relaxing.
I feel more energetic after a yoga session because it improves my breathing and focus.
The one thing I want to get better at is balancing poses like Tree Pose.
🌱 If you have not tried yoga yet:
Student 3:
I haven’t tried yoga yet, but I wish to practise yoga because I want to improve my posture and flexibility.
I hope that once I begin practising yoga, I will feel more relaxed and focused in school.
The kind of exercise I want to try in yoga is meditation because I heard it helps with concentration.
Student 4:
I haven’t tried yoga yet, but I’m planning to start soon.
I wish to practise yoga because I often feel tired and want to be more active.
I hope that once I begin practising yoga, I’ll sleep better and feel more refreshed.
The kind of yoga I want to try is power yoga because it sounds fun and energizing.
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Write a short paragraph on “The Benefits of Yoga’. You may use the following sentence starters along with your own ideas to create the paragraph.
| Opening line | Yoga is important because…… |
| Supporting ideas | One benefit of yoga that interests me is…. Practicing yoga can help people….. A popular yoga pose is ….. because….. Yoga is not just physical exercise; it also…. |
| Concluding line | Finally, Yoga can be a great way to… |
Answer:
The Benefits of Yoga
Yoga is important because it helps keep both the body and mind healthy. One benefit of yoga that interests me is that it reduces stress and helps us stay calm. Practising yoga can help people improve their flexibility, build strength, and focus better in their daily life. A popular yoga pose is Surya Namaskar because it stretches and energizes the entire body. Yoga is not just physical exercise; it also teaches us how to breathe deeply and think positively. Finally, yoga can be a great way to lead a balanced and peaceful life.