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T E A C H E R M A N UA LT E A C H E R M A N UA L

COMPUTER SCIENCEGRADE 1

T E A C H E R M A N UA LT E A C H E R M A N UA L

COMPUTER SCIENCEGRADE 1

WELCOME DEAR TEACHER,

It is always wonderful to interact with teachers who are directly

connected to the development of children in various field of

study in their school life.

Computer Science is a subject which goes through

many changes on a daily basis with advancements

in information technology. It, therefore, becomes

imperative for students to be tuned to these changes

real time which Log In is dedicated in providing.

We, at Greycaps, appreciate the time and effort you are giving

to this series and being part of a future in interactive learning.












WelcomeWELCOME DEAR TEACHER,






















How willthis manual

help?

This manual is designed to help you, theteacher, to understand:

1. The objective & offerings of the book

2. The content structure and format

3. Teacher inputs that enhance the student

experience month-on-month.

4. The benefits to the teacher and student

5. Answers to various exercises

6. The measurable take away

How willthis manual

help?









What’s in it?This manual is designed to help you, theteacher, to understand:
















Honeycomb series

About Log In

Meet Chip and Uncle Babbage

Structure & Framework

Features

Objectives of Log In 1

Chapter summaries (incl. exercise answers)

Benefits

The sectionsyou will find…The sections

you will find…

Chapter summaries (incl. exercise answers)

The sectionsyou will find…The sections

you will find…

We at Greycaps are proud to present atextbook series with a difference whichenhances the teaching and learningexperience.

The PhilosophyThe Honeybee is an intriguing creature in theanimal kingdom. Its characteristics reflectbeing adaptable, agile, well-organised,creating synergy and working in harmony. It’ssole purpose is to create the honeycomb andstrive for perfection in creating eachhexagonal cell in the honeycomb. The QueenBee gathers the efforts of all the Honeybeesand motivates them to strive for perfection.

We believe that this life skill can be borrowedfrom nature and applied into the schoolclassroom.










HoneycombSeriesWe at Greycaps are proud to present a

textbook series with a difference whichenhances the teaching and learningexperience.






Every teacher is like the Queen bee – focusingon students’ different capabilities and strivingto attain harmony within the classroom.

Each student is like a Honeybee – focusing onbetter learning and perfection.

This novel philosophy, initiated by Greycaps, isthe cornerstone by which we create engagingmaterial for our young learners.







Every teacher is like the Queen bee – focusingon students’ different capabilities and strivingto attain harmony within the classroom.

Each student is like a Honeybee – focusing onbetter learning and perfection.

This novel philosophy, initiated by Greycaps, isthe cornerstone by which we create engagingmaterial for our young learners.

CO-EXISTENCEIS THE KEY

Learning is a collective effort and not an individual effort. Grouplearning enhances better understanding and decreases dissonance

among students.

Learning takes place in every walk of life – from taking our first babysteps to landing a person on the surface of the Moon. Learning's from

life skills is, perhaps, the most essential part of overall studentdevelopment.

OBJECTIVES

INTEGRATION ON LIFESKILLS INTO TEACHING

METHODOLOGIES



BRIDGING THE GAPStudents in a classroom learn at different levels, therefore, the need for

the teacher to adopt various innovative methods to bridge gapsbetween the understanding levels of the first child and the last child.

Learning is a collective effort and not an individual effort. Grouplearning enhances better understanding and decreases dissonance

among students.



OBJECTIVES

HoneycombSeries



Students in a classroom learn at different levels, therefore, the need forthe teacher to adopt various innovative methods to bridge gaps

between the understanding levels of the first child and the last child.

We live in a world where technologicaladvancements are seen real-time.Children of this day and age have grownintro such an environment where thefirst devices they use are laptops, tabletsand smart phones.

Equipped with a story-telling format, it istailored to be generationally relevant tochildren of this era. Engaging studentsthrough a storyline, Log In is a relaxed,fun way to learn the basics of computerscience and get educated on changesand advancements, in the field ofinformation technology.

COMPUTER SCIENCE



About

LOG INWe live in a world where technologicaladvancements are seen real-time.Children of this day and age have grownintro such an environment where thefirst devices they use are laptops, tabletsand smart phones.




Meet Uncle Babbage, inspired from theFather of modern Computers, CharlesBabbage. He is very knowledgeable inthe world of computers and helps Chip,a young boy, in understanding theconcepts and uses of computers.

Children today get to experiencetechnology at an early age. Therefore,it is imperative to introduce them toconcepts which are generationallyrelevant to them.



Hello!Meet Uncle Babbage, inspired from theFather of modern Computers, CharlesBabbage. He is very knowledgeable inthe world of computers and helps Chip,a young boy, in understanding theconcepts and uses of computers.




Student

TEXTBOOKEquipped with astory-telling formatand many otherexciting features.

TEXTBOOKEquipped with astory-telling formatand many otherexciting features.

EVALUATIONAssessments sheetsprovided online forteachers to evaluatestudents.

Structure &Framework

TeacherCURIOSITY KITAn aid provided forteachers to reinforceconcepts throughquizzes and otheractivities.

CURIOSITY KITAn aid provided forteachers to reinforceconcepts throughquizzes and otheractivities.

TEACHER MANUALprovided online toact as a guide forteachers

The creation of characters brings concepts to lifeand enables better learning.

Interactive exercise formats at the end of each chapter,which follows the concept of learning by teaching.

IN THETEXTBOOK

Activity based learning becomes an integral part ofoverall child development.

Interesting trivia based information thatenhances knowledge.


FeaturesThe creation of characters brings concepts to lifeand enables better learning.


IN THETEXTBOOK

Activity based learning becomes an integral part ofoverall child development.

Interesting trivia based information thatenhances knowledge.


IN THECURIOSITY KIT

The Curiosity Kit is designed to reinforceteaching material in a fun and innovative wayfor school students. It is a set of activities andgames which will enable teachers to create afun filled atmosphere in the classroom. Itensures wholesome learning and easier recallof facts related to the subject at hand.

The Log In Grade 1 kit contains 21 cards.

The cards are divided into chapters in tandem with the textbook and are colour coded.

Each chapter contains activities with a set of instructions for the teachers andenumerates how it will be beneficial for the students.


FeaturesIN THECURIOSITY KIT


The Log In Grade 1 kit contains 21 cards.

The cards are divided into chapters in tandem with the textbook and are colour coded.

Each chapter contains activities with a set of instructions for the teachers andenumerates how it will be beneficial for the students.


Log In 1 will begin with understanding thebasics of computers and its parts. Students willbe introduced to different types and uses ofcomputers relevant to the present generation.

The objectives of Log In 1 are as follows:-

Sparking curiosity (new topics)Enlist the assistance of narrative learningEncourage learning by teachingEncourage learning through activities




Objectives ofLog In 1







WHAT IS A COMPUTER?

COMPUTER, MY FRIEND

COMPUTER PARTS

ChapterSummaries

MOUSE AND KEYBOARD

STARTING AND SHUTTINGDOWN

STARTING AND SHUTTINGDOWN

DO’S AND DON’TS

WHAT IS A COMPUTER?

In grade 1, we begin with an introduction to computers.Students will be able to visualise clearly as to what exactly acomputer is and what its uses are.


ChapterSummaries

WHAT IS A COMPUTER?



WHAT IS A COMPUTER?

Page13 & 14

1) Tick the correct sentence andcross the wrong ones.

a)b)c)d)e)

2) Fill in the blanks with the help ofthe words given below.

a) Computerb) Charles Babbagec) Mistakesd) 1822

3) Look at the pictures and writewhat the boy is using thecomputer for.

a) Listening to songsb) Playing gamesc) Solving sumsd) Watching movies

X

1) Tick the correct sentence andcross the wrong ones.

a)b)c)d)e)





X

X

WHAT IS A COMPUTER?

Answers









COMPUTER, MY FRIEND

This chapter focuses on various uses of a computer at homeand in society at large.This chapter focuses on various uses of a computer at homeand in society at large.

ChapterSummaries

COMPUTER, MY FRIEND

This chapter focuses on various uses of a computer at homeand in society at large.This chapter focuses on various uses of a computer at homeand in society at large.

& 14

1) Find the names of places where acomputer is used from the wordsgiven below in the word grid.

* These answers may be unique to each student. Teachers may also get an assortment ofresponses from students based on what they have learnt from the chapter.

2) Put a tick against the correct sentenceand a cross against the wrong sentence.

a)b)c)d)

3) Match the following.

COMPUTER, MY FRIEND



a)b)c)d)

3) Match the following.a) We use computers here tobook tickets.b) Computers are used here forkeeping information of booksc) We use computers here forteaching and learning.d) Computers are used here fortreating patients.



a)b)c)d)


COMPUTER, MY FRIEND

Answers

X

X

X



a)b)c)d)

3) Match the following.a) We use computers here tobook tickets.

X

b) Computers are used here forkeeping information of booksc) We use computers here forteaching and learning.d) Computers are used here fortreating patients.

COMPUTER PARTS

Computer parts like the monitor and the system unit areexplained in this chapter.Computer parts like the monitor and the system unit areexplained in this chapter.

ChapterSummaries

Computer parts like the monitor and the system unit areexplained in this chapter.Computer parts like the monitor and the system unit areexplained in this chapter.

COMPUTER PARTSPage

30

1) Look at the pictures given. Fill in theblanks and help Chip get names ofcomputer parts.

a) PRINTERb) MOUSEc) KEYBOARDd) MONITORe) SPEAKERS

2) Answer the following questions in just onesentence.

a) Small buttons on the keyboard arecalled keys.

b) The full form of CPU is CentralProcessing Unit.

c) Speakers are used for listening tosounds on the computer.

d) A printer is used for getting informationfrom a computer on a sheet of paper.

1) Look at the pictures given. Fill in theblanks and help Chip get names ofcomputer parts.

a) PRINTERb) MOUSEc) KEYBOARDd) MONITORe) SPEAKERS






COMPUTER PARTS Answers











COMPUTER PARTSPage

31

3) Rupert the mouse and the Computer mouse are lost. Help them reach the correctplace.


3) Rupert the mouse and the Computer mouse are lost. Help them reach the correctplace.

COMPUTER PARTSPage

32

4) Solve the crossword withthe help of the hintsgiven below.

MOUSEE

M

P R


MOUSE

KEY

P E A K R SE Y

BOARD

M O N I T R

P R I N T E

MOUSE AND KEYBOARD

The mouse and the keyboard form integral input devices forus to be able to work on a computer. This chapter focuses onits different aspects.


ChapterSummaries

MOUSE AND KEYBOARD



MOUSE AND KEYBOARD

Page44 & 45

1) Name the following

a) Mouseb) Number keysc) Double clickd) Deletee) Spacebar


1) Name the following

a) Mouseb) Number keysc) Double clickd) Deletee) Spacebar


MOUSE AND KEYBOARD

Answers


2) Put a tick for correct statementsand a cross for wrong ones.

a)b)c)d)e)f)

X


2) Put a tick for correct statementsand a cross for wrong ones.

a)b)c)d)e)f)

XX

STARTING AND SHUTTING DOWN

This chapter focuses on certain functionalities as starting andshutting down of the computer of the computer.This chapter focuses on certain functionalities as starting andshutting down of the computer of the computer.

ChapterSummaries


This chapter focuses on certain functionalities as starting andshutting down of the computer of the computer.This chapter focuses on certain functionalities as starting andshutting down of the computer of the computer.


Page54

1) Help Chip to number the steps toturn off a computer in thecorrect order.

a) 3b) 4c) 2d) 5e) 1



a)b)c)d)

1) Help Chip to number the steps toturn off a computer in thecorrect order.

a) 3b) 4c) 2d) 5e) 1



a)b)c)d)


Answers



a)b)c)d)

XX



a)b)c)d)

X

XX

DO’S AND DONT’S

Safety protocols need to be followed while managingcomputers. This chapter gives an insight into various rules tofollow with respect to computers.


ChapterSummaries



DO’S AND DONT’SPage

60 & 61

1) Answer ‘YES’ or ‘NO’ for thefollowing questions.

a) NOb) YESc) NO

2) Answer whether the followingsentences are true of false.

a)b)c)d)

3) Match the following.1) Answer ‘YES’ or ‘NO’ for the

following questions.

a) NOb) YESc) NO

2) Answer whether the followingsentences are true of false.

a)b)c)d)X

X

DO’S AND DONT’S Answers


Covering the computerwith a cloth

Not to play withcomputer wiresNot to play withcomputer wires

Cleaning the computer

Should not sit too closeto the monitor.


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4) Solve the crossword with thehelp of the hints given below.

E

M O

S P

E


MONITRE N T E

EO U SD

LT

EP A C A R

RE N T E

BOT

UP


63

5) Chip wants to use his computer.But his keyboard is lost. Help Chipfind his keyboard.


ASSESSMENT 1ASSESSMENT 1


The evaluation sheets are divided into fourassessment papers and two term papers, tobe given during the academic year.



These assessment sheets can be accessed from the ‘Downloads’ link on theGreycaps website [www.greycaps.com]

Evaluation

TERM ASSESSMENT 1

The evaluation sheets are divided into fourassessment papers and two term papers, tobe given during the academic year.

TERM ASSESSMENT 2

These assessment sheets can be accessed from the ‘Downloads’ link on theGreycaps website [www.greycaps.com]

‘DOWNLOADS’ Link

This link provides access toassessment sheets and thisteacher manual, to allteachers subscribed to Log In.

Each assessment sheet is downloadable in a PDF format and isaccompanied with the answer keys.

Each PDF file is password protected for the teachers’ benefit.The password is ‘teacher’.

Each assessment sheet is downloadable in a PDF format and isaccompanied with the answer keys.

Each PDF file is password protected for the teachers’ benefit.The password is ‘teacher’.

The Units covered for each assessmentsheet is as follows :-

ASSESSMENT 1 What is a Computer?

ASSESSMENT 2 Computer, My Friend andComputer parts

Computer, My Friend andComputer parts

ASSESSMENT 3 Mouse and Keyboard

ASSESSMENT 4 Starting and Shutting downand Do's and Don'ts

EvaluationThe Units covered for each assessmentsheet is as follows :-

What is a Computer? TERMASSESSMENT

1Computer, My Friend andComputer parts

Computer, My Friend andComputer parts

Mouse and Keyboard TERMASSESSMENT

2Starting and Shutting downand Do's and Don'ts

Easy to recall, Longer

Retention

Fun, Team based and

experiential

Makes the child THINK &

QUESTION (No Rote)

Reduce the gap between

the first child and last child

(i.e, Honeycomb Philosophy)


Retention

Fun, Team based and

experiential


QUESTION (No Rote)




BenefitsExperience

basedLearning

Quiz basedLearning


Retention

Fun, Team based and

experiential


QUESTION (No Rote)




Askingquestions(Senior)

Learn byteaching(Junior)


Retention

Fun, Team based and

experiential


QUESTION (No Rote)




We thank you for being a teacher.

Greycaps India Pvt. Ltd. | No. 86, First Cross, Vysya Bank Colony,BTM 2nd Stage, Bangalore - 560076Phone: +91-80 41202438 | www.greycaps.com | [email protected]

We thank you for being a teacher.

Greycaps India Pvt. Ltd. | No. 86, First Cross, Vysya Bank Colony,BTM 2nd Stage, Bangalore - 560076Phone: +91-80 41202438 | www.greycaps.com | [email protected]

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