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The CBSE Life Skills Education framework aims to foster the holistic development of students.

While
specific life skills for mathematics in Class 6 may not be explicitly listed, certain general life skills can be
incorporated during the teaching and learning process of mathematics. These skills can include:

1. Problem-solving skills: Encouraging students to approach mathematical problems systematically, think


critically, analyze situations, and develop effective strategies to find solutions.
2. Logical and analytical thinking: Promoting logical reasoning, analyzing patterns and relationships, and
making connections between mathematical concepts.
3. Communication skills: Providing opportunities for students to explain their mathematical thinking,
communicate ideas clearly, and collaborate with peers during group discussions or presentations.
4. Creativity and innovation: Encouraging students to explore different approaches, think outside the box,
and find creative solutions to mathematical problems.
5. Persistence and resilience: Fostering a growth mindset and teaching students to persevere through
challenges, learn from mistakes, and develop a positive attitude towards problem-solving.
6. Time management and organization: Helping students develop effective study habits, manage their time
efficiently during math-related tasks, and organize their work systematically.

While these life skills are not exclusive to mathematics, they can be integrated and emphasized during
mathematics lessons to enhance the overall development of students. It is essential to create a
classroom environment that supports the cultivation of these skills and provides opportunities for
students to apply them in real-life contexts.

Here are some examples of how you can incorporate life skills in Class 6 mathematics lessons:

1. Problem-solving skills:
 Present real-life word problems that require students to apply mathematical concepts and devise
strategies to find solutions.
 Encourage students to break down complex problems into smaller, manageable parts and guide them
through the problem-solving process step-by-step.
 Provide opportunities for students to share their problem-solving approaches and discuss alternative
methods.
2. Logical and analytical thinking:
 Engage students in activities that involve pattern recognition, number series, or finding relationships
between numbers.
 Introduce logic puzzles or brain teasers that require students to think critically and apply logical
reasoning to arrive at the correct answer.
 Use visual representations, such as charts or diagrams, to help students analyze and interpret data.
3. Communication skills:
 Assign group projects or collaborative activities where students work together to solve mathematical
problems and present their findings to the class.
 Encourage students to explain their thought processes, justify their solutions, and engage in
mathematical discussions with their peers.
 Provide opportunities for students to use mathematical vocabulary and precise language to articulate
their ideas.
4. Creativity and innovation:
 Assign open-ended tasks or projects that allow students to explore multiple solutions or approaches to
a problem.
 Encourage students to come up with their own creative strategies or shortcuts for solving mathematical
problems.
 Integrate hands-on activities, manipulatives, or technology tools that promote creativity and innovation
in problem-solving.
5. Persistence and resilience:
 Assign challenging problems or activities that may require multiple attempts or iterations to arrive at a
solution.
 Emphasize the importance of learning from mistakes and provide constructive feedback to help students
overcome obstacles.
 Celebrate the effort and growth mindset demonstrated by students in their mathematical journey.
6. Time management and organization:
 Set clear expectations and deadlines for assignments or projects, helping students develop time
management skills.
 Teach students effective note-taking techniques and organization strategies for keeping track of
mathematical concepts, formulas, and examples.
 Provide opportunities for self-reflection and goal setting to help students manage their time effectively
during assessments or revision.

Remember, these examples are meant to inspire you, and you can adapt them to suit your teaching
style, classroom dynamics, and the specific needs of your students. The key is to create a supportive and
engaging learning environment that nurtures the development of life skills alongside mathematical
knowledge.

CLASS 6

Here are examples of questions and activities for each life skill in Class 6 mathematics:

1. Problem-solving skills:

Question: A local store sells apples at a rate of 4 apples for $10. If a customer buys 12 apples, how much
will they have to pay? Solve the problem step-by-step and explain your strategy.

Activity: Provide a set of challenging word problems and ask students to work in groups to solve them.
Encourage them to discuss different approaches, brainstorm solutions, and present their findings to the
class.

2. Logical and analytical thinking:

Question: Find the missing number in the pattern: 7, 14, __, 28, 35. Explain the pattern you observed and
how you determined the missing number.

Activity: Present a series of number patterns or sequences and ask students to identify the rule and
predict the next numbers. Encourage them to justify their answers with logical reasoning.
3. Communication skills:

Question: Explain the concept of finding the area of a rectangle to a classmate who is struggling to
understand. Use appropriate mathematical vocabulary and provide examples to support your
explanation.

Activity: Assign a group project where students need to create posters or presentations explaining
mathematical concepts. They should articulate their ideas clearly and effectively to their peers.

4. Creativity and innovation:

Question: How many different ways can you arrange the letters of the word "MATHEMATICS"? Use your
creativity to find all possible arrangements.

Activity: Assign a task where students need to design their own math game or puzzle that incorporates
concepts they have learned. Encourage them to think outside the box and present their creations to the
class.

5. Persistence and resilience:

Question: Solve the equation: 3x - 7 = 10. If your initial attempt doesn't yield the correct answer, explain
the steps you will take to try again and find the solution.

Activity: Provide a set of challenging math problems that require multiple steps to solve. Encourage
students to persevere, learn from mistakes, and seek alternative approaches when faced with difficulties.

6. Time management and organization:

Question: You have a math test next week with various topics to cover. Create a study schedule,
allocating specific time slots for each topic, to ensure you can revise everything effectively.

Activity: Assign a project or task with a deadline and ask students to plan their time accordingly. Have
them reflect on their time management strategies and evaluate the effectiveness of their plan.

These examples should provide a starting point for incorporating life skills into your Class 6 mathematics
lessons. Feel free to modify and adapt the questions and activities to align with your curriculum and the
specific topics you are covering.

RLR for Knowing our Numbers

Here is a list of real-life examples based on the "Knowing Our Numbers" chapter from the Class 6
Mathematics CBSE NCERT textbook:

1. Calculating prices and discounts:


 Finding the discounted price of an item during a sale.
 Calculating the total cost of items after applying sales tax or value-added tax (VAT).
 Determining the final bill amount after including discounts on a restaurant bill.
2. Understanding distances and measurements:
 Calculating the distance traveled using speed and time.
 Converting measurements such as centimeters to meters, or kilometers to miles.
 Estimating the amount of material needed to cover a certain area (e.g., painting a wall, laying tiles).
3. Money transactions:
 Calculating the total amount of money saved in a piggy bank or savings account.
 Determining the cost of multiple items when shopping and calculating the change received.
 Budgeting and keeping track of expenses for a specific time period.
4. Time-related calculations:
 Calculating the duration of a movie or a television show in hours and minutes.
 Scheduling appointments or planning activities based on the duration of time required.
 Calculating the time taken for a journey or commute based on the average speed.
5. Estimating quantities and measurements:
 Estimating the number of people attending an event based on the capacity of the venue.
 Estimating the length, width, or height of an object based on visual observations.
 Estimating the weight of a parcel or suitcase to determine the shipping cost.
6. Analyzing sports statistics:
 Calculating batting averages in cricket or baseball.
 Analyzing sports performance using statistics such as goals scored, assists, or shooting percentages.
 Comparing and ranking athletes based on their scores, times, or distances in various sports.

These real-life examples can help students understand the practical applications of the concepts covered
in the "Knowing Our Numbers" chapter. You can incorporate these examples into classroom discussions,
problem-solving activities, or assignments to make the learning experience more relatable and engaging
for students.

CLASS 7

Here are examples of questions and activities for each life skill in Class 7 mathematics:

1. Problem-solving skills:

Question: A rectangular field is 48 meters long and 32 meters wide. Find its area and perimeter. Explain
your solution step-by-step.

Activity: Provide a real-life scenario that requires students to solve a multi-step problem using various
mathematical concepts. For example, ask them to plan a garden layout considering the dimensions and
area of different plants.

2. Logical and analytical thinking:

Question: Identify the pattern in the following number sequence: 3, 8, 13, 18, __. Explain the pattern and
determine the missing number.
Activity: Present a logic puzzle or riddle that requires students to analyze clues and use deductive
reasoning to find the solution. Encourage them to think critically and justify their reasoning.

3. Communication skills:

Question: Explain the concept of ratios to a friend who is struggling to understand. Provide examples
and illustrate how ratios are used in everyday life situations.

Activity: Assign a group project where students need to create a video or presentation explaining a
mathematical concept to a non-mathematical audience. Emphasize the use of clear and concise
language.

4. Creativity and innovation:

Question: Design a board game that incorporates concepts of fractions and decimals. Create rules, game
pieces, and a game board that engage players in mathematical thinking.

Activity: Assign a creative task where students need to design their own mathematical art or create a
visual representation of a mathematical concept. Encourage them to think creatively and express
mathematical ideas in unique ways.

5. Persistence and resilience:

Question: Solve the equation: 2x + 5 = 17. If your initial approach doesn't yield the correct answer,
explain how you will modify your strategy and find the solution.

Activity: Provide a set of challenging math problems that require students to persevere and try different
problem-solving techniques. Emphasize the importance of persistence and learning from mistakes.

6. Time management and organization:

Question: You have a math project that is due in two weeks. Create a detailed timeline, breaking down
tasks and deadlines, to ensure you complete the project on time.

Activity: Assign a long-term project or assignment and guide students in planning their time effectively.
Teach them strategies for managing their time, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines.

These examples should give you an idea of how to incorporate life skills into your Class 7 mathematics
lessons. Adapt the questions and activities to suit your curriculum and the specific topics being taught.
Remember to provide support, encouragement, and feedback to help students develop their life skills
alongside their mathematical understanding.

Life Skills for INTEGERS

Here are examples of questions and activities for each life skill specifically related to the Integers chapter
in Class 7 mathematics:
1. Problem-solving skills:

Question: A football team gained 5 yards on one play and then lost 8 yards on the next play. What is the
net change in their position? Explain your solution step-by-step.

Activity: Provide a set of real-life scenarios that involve positive and negative integers. Ask students to
analyze the situations and determine the net change or resulting integer value.

2. Logical and analytical thinking:

Question: Identify the pattern in the following sequence: -6, -3, 0, 3, __. Explain the pattern and
determine the missing number.

Activity: Present a series of integer sequences or number patterns. Ask students to analyze the pattern,
identify the rule, and predict the next number in the sequence.

3. Communication skills:

Question: Explain the concept of adding and subtracting integers to a classmate who is struggling to
understand. Use examples and clear language to illustrate the rules and guidelines.

Activity: Assign a group discussion or debate where students explain the importance of integers in real-
life contexts, such as temperature changes or financial transactions. Encourage them to articulate their
ideas clearly and support their arguments with mathematical reasoning.

4. Creativity and innovation:

Question: Create a number line game that helps students practice adding and subtracting integers.
Design the game board, rules, and game pieces to engage players in mathematical thinking.

Activity: Ask students to create a comic strip or story that incorporates integers. Encourage them to think
creatively and develop a narrative that highlights the use of integers in different situations.

5. Persistence and resilience:

Question: Solve the equation: -2x + 7 = 19. If your initial approach doesn't yield the correct answer,
explain how you will adjust your strategy and find the solution.

Activity: Provide a set of challenging equations or word problems involving integers. Encourage students
to persevere, try different problem-solving strategies, and learn from their mistakes.

6. Time management and organization:

Question: You have a worksheet with various addition and subtraction problems involving integers.
Create a plan to manage your time efficiently and complete the worksheet before the deadline.
Activity: Assign a task that requires students to organize a set of integers in ascending or descending
order. Teach them strategies for managing their time, staying organized, and completing the task within
a given timeframe.

These examples should help you incorporate life skills into the Integers chapter of Class 7 mathematics.
Adapt the questions and activities based on your curriculum and the specific concepts covered in the
chapter. Encourage active participation, critical thinking, and reflection to develop students' life skills
alongside their understanding of integers.

RLR for Integers

Here is a list of real-life examples based on the "Integers" chapter from the Class 7 Mathematics CBSE
NCERT textbook:

1. Temperature changes:
 Representing the change in temperature when the temperature drops from 5 degrees Celsius to -3
degrees Celsius.
 Comparing the temperatures in different cities, some with positive values and others with negative
values.
2. Financial transactions:
 Representing a withdrawal of $200 from a bank account as -200.
 Calculating the balance of an account when deposits and withdrawals are represented by positive and
negative integers.
3. Elevations and depths:
 Comparing the elevations of different places, such as a mountain peak and a valley, where one is
represented by a positive integer and the other by a negative integer.
 Representing the depth of a submarine underwater as a negative integer.
4. Football game scores:
 Representing the scores of two teams in a football match, where one team's score is positive and the
other team's score is negative.
 Calculating the point difference between the winning and losing teams.
5. Gains and losses:
 Representing the profit earned by a business as a positive integer.
 Representing the loss incurred by a business as a negative integer.
6. Direction and position:
 Representing movements in different directions, such as moving 3 units to the right (+3) or moving 2
units to the left (-2).
 Describing the position of an object relative to a reference point using positive and negative integers.

These real-life examples can help students understand the practical applications of integers in various
contexts. You can incorporate these examples into class discussions, problem-solving activities, or
assignments to help students relate the concepts to everyday situations.

Places with negative temperature

Here are a few examples of places that experience negative temperatures in the world:
1. Barrow, Alaska, United States: Located in the northernmost part of Alaska, Barrow experiences extremely
cold temperatures during winter, often dropping below -30 degrees Celsius (-22 degrees Fahrenheit).
2. Oymyakon, Russia: Considered one of the coldest inhabited places on Earth, Oymyakon regularly
experiences winter temperatures below -40 degrees Celsius (-40 degrees Fahrenheit).
3. Verkhoyansk, Russia: Another Siberian town, Verkhoyansk is known for its extreme cold temperatures,
with winter temperatures often dropping below -40 degrees Celsius (-40 degrees Fahrenheit).
4. Yellowknife, Canada: Located in the Northwest Territories of Canada, Yellowknife experiences long and
cold winters, with temperatures reaching as low as -40 degrees Celsius (-40 degrees Fahrenheit).
5. Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia: The capital city of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, experiences very cold winters, with
temperatures frequently dropping below -30 degrees Celsius (-22 degrees Fahrenheit).
6. Norilsk, Russia: Situated in northern Russia, Norilsk experiences extremely cold temperatures during
winter, often reaching -40 degrees Celsius (-40 degrees Fahrenheit) or lower.

Please note that these are just a few examples, and there are several other places around the world that
experience negative temperatures. The temperatures mentioned here are approximate and can vary
from year to year.

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