Green Science 3 Final

Local Games

The games that are played in our locality are called local games.
These games have simple rules and are played in groups. We enjoy
playing local games using local materials. Lakku dhalne game,
Dandi-biyo, Ghwaikasa, Chungi game, Baghchal, etc. are some
common local games.

1. Lakku dhalne game Fig. Fig. Fig.

It is a popular game. This game
is played in two groups. Lakku
is made by arranging small flat
stones one upon another. One
group hits the lakku with a ball 31.1
and tries to drop the stones of lakku whereas other group tries to
catch the ball. Let us enjoy lakku dhalne game.

2. Dandi-biyo game

Dandi-biyo is the most popular
game in Nepal. This game is
played by using two sticks, one
long and another short. The
long stick is called dandi and 31.2
the short one is called biyo. A groove is made on the ground to play
dandi-biyo. Let us play dandi-biyo.

3. Ghwaikasa

This is a very popular game 50cm 7 4 1
among girls. This game is
played by various ways. To play 1m 6 3
9
85 2

this game, we make a house Chiddi 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Buigal
with many floors as shown in 31.3 floor floor floor floor

the figure. A round or circular ghwai is used to play this game.

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4. Chungi game Fig. Fig.

Chungi game is a very popular local game among girls. Chungi
is made by using many rubber bands. Chungi is a ball made up
of many rubber bands tied
together. Girls play this game
with their feet by kicking the
chungi in air and count the
number of kicks. The player
who makes the highest count
without dropping the chungi 31.4
becomes the winner.

5. Baghchal

Baghchal is played by two
players at a time. This game is
played on a flat stone, wooden
board, paper, smooth floor or
cardboard. While playing this
game, a large pebble is used as
bagh (tiger) and small pebbles
are used as bakhra (goats). Let
us enjoy "Baghchal" as shown in 31.5
the picture.

Exercise

1. What are local games? Give any two examples.
2. Name any three local games which are popular in your locality.
3. Study the given figures and write the name of the local game.

a. b.

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Story and Acting unit
Based Games
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Weighting Distribution (Approximate)
Teaching periods : 5 Marks (in %): 8

Learning Objectives

After completing the study of this unit, students will be able to:
(i) introduce story and acting based games.
(ii) formulate and play different types of story based

games.
(iii) perform different types of acting based games.

Word Power acting characters ripened
story
imitate produce fly bark
jump
enjoy sound walk run
reach
grapevine sour pick

Teaching Instructions

ó Introduce story based games and acting based games to the students.
ó Find a proper place and arrange the materials required to play those

games.
ó Encourage the students to formulate some games and perform those

games in groups.
ó Provide opportunity to all the students for playing games.

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A. Story Based Games

Some games are played on the basis of stories. The games which
are played on the basis of stories are called story-based games.
Students play these games acting as the characters of the game. Let
us play a story based game.

Fox and the grapes Grapes are
sour.
One day, a fox saw some
ripened grapes in the
grapevine. The fox jumped
to pick the grapes but could
not reach. The fox tried
time and again but could
not get grapes. The fox said,
"Grapes are sour" and went 32.1
away.
Fig.
Fig.B. Acting Based Games

Acting based games are also called imitating games. We can imitate
the actions, sounds and moving styles of human beings, birds and
animals. The games which are played by imitating the activities
of humans and other animals are called acting-based games.
These games are creative and very interesting. Let us enjoy some
acting based games as follows:

1. Walking like an alcoholic person

I can walk like an
alcoholic person.

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2. Walking like a duck Fig. Fig. I can walk like a
duck.

I can jump like a
32.3 rabbit.

3. Jumping like a rabbit I can fly like a bird.

32.4

4. Flying like a bird

Fig. Fig.

32.5

5. Barking like a dog

I can bark like a
dog.

32.6

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6. Running like a leopard I can run like a
leopard.

Fig. Fig. 32.7

7. Running like a horse

I can run like a
horse.

32.8

Exercise

1. What are story-based games?
2. What are acting based games?
3. Name any three acting based games.
4. Study the given figures and name the games shown in the

figures.

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Ball Games unit

33

Weighting Distribution (Approximate)
Teaching periods : 2 Marks (in %): 3

Learning Objectives

After completing the study of this unit, students will be able to:
(i) introduce ball games.
(ii) play different types of ball games.

Word Power

throwing hitting passing zig-zag
volleyball catching
rolling dribbling enjoy forward

football basketball

backward control

Teaching Instructions

ó Introduce ball games to the students.
ó Encourage every student to take part in the game.
ó Find a proper place and arrange the materials required for playing ball

games.
ó Demonstrate throwing a ball, hitting a ball, passing a ball, catching a

ball, etc. to the students.
ó Let them practise different types of ball games.
ó Evaluate the students on the basis of their performance while playing

the ball games.

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Fig.Ball games
Fig.
The games which are played with a ball are called ball games. We
enjoy playing ball games. We play volleyball, football, basketball,
etc. In this unit, we will learn dribbling, throwing and passing a
ball. Different skills like rolling, dribbling, throwing, catching,
passing, etc. are required to play ball games.

1. Dribbling

The act of bouncing a ball on the
ground with the help of hands or
legs is called dribbling. This skill is
used to control and pass the ball.
Dribbling can be done with one
or both hands/legs. Let us enjoy
dribbling as shown in the figure.

33.1

2. Throwing

This skill is used to play volleyball, football, basketball, etc. The act
of passing a ball from one place to another with hands/legs is called
throwing. We can throw a ball forward or backward while passing
it. Let us practise throwing as shown in the figures.

33.2

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3. Passing

This skill is used in

various ball games like

football, volleyball,

basketball, etc. We

should control the ball

and pass it to nearby

team mates. A ball can Fig.

be passed forward,

backward, sideways, 33.3
etc. Let us enjoy passing

as shown in the figure.

Exercise

1. What are ball games?
2. What is dribbling?
3. What is throwing?
4. Name any three skills required for ball games.
5. Study the given figures and name the types of the ball games.

a. b.

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Gymnastics unit

34

Weighting Distribution (Approximate)
Teaching periods : 2 Marks (in %): 3

Learning Objectives

After completing the study of this unit, students will be able to:
(i) introduce gymnastics and its types.
(ii) perform different types of gymnastics.

Word Power

gymnastics balancing flexible

push jump stretch

swing cartwheel turnover

strength ability bend

roll direction posture

Teaching Instructions

ó Introduce gymnastics and its types to the students.
ó Encourage all the students to take part in the game.
ó Demonstrate different types of gymnastics to the students.
ó Observe the condition and posture of every student while performing

gymnastics.
ó Instruct the rules of gymnastics to the students.
ó Evaluate the students on the basis of their performance in gymnastics.

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Gymnastics

Gymnastics is the capacity of keeping the body in a balanced
condition in different situations. It is one of the important games.
It shows body's strenght and ability to move and bend easily. With
the skill of gymnastics, we can bend, roll and move our body in
various directions. Gymnastics makes our body flexible. However,
we should be careful while performing gymnastics. Carelessness
while performing gymnastics invites severe injury or accident. Let
us practise some postures of gymnastics.

1. Push ups

We perform push ups keeping

our hands and legs straight. Fig.
Fig.
let us practice push ups as

shown in the picture. 34.1

2. Stretching legs

In this exercise, we sit on the floor
keeping our legs apart. We catch our
feet with hands and then bend our
body forward to touch the ground.

34.2

3. Balancing the body on a single leg

To perform this exercise, we stand on a single leg and stretch both
the hands. Let us practise.

Fig.

34.3
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Fig. Fig.4. Balancing body on hands

In this exercise, we place the palms of both hands on the ground
and lift the legs up slowly. At the beginning, we need help of our
friends while raising legs up. Let us perform.

34.4

5. Cart wheel

This exercise is done by using hands and legs. While performing
this exercise, we bend our body towards left and then towards
right. We take support of hands and turnover. Let us perform.

34.5

Exercise

1. What is gymnastics?
2. Write any two advantages of gymnastics.
3. Write any three types of gymnastics.

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Body Balancing unit

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Weighting Distribution (Approximate)
Teaching periods : 3 Marks (in %): 4.5

Learning Objectives

After completing the study of this unit, students will be able to:
(i) introduce body balancing games.
(ii) demonstrate different types of body balancing

games.

Word Power

balancing skill develop
fixed
difficult horizontal situation

swing ladder

Teaching Instructions

ó Introduce body balancing games to the students.
ó Make the students aware of accidents while performing body

balancing.
ó Give instructions clearly and let them warm up before performing

gymnastics.
ó Encourage every student to take part in body balancing.
ó Select suitable area for performing body balancing games.
ó Evaluate the students on the basis of their performance in body

balancing games.

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Fig.Body Balancing
Fig.
Body balancing is the act of keeping the body in a balanced condition
in difficult situations. We should develop skill for maintaining
body balance. In this unit, we will practise some body balancing
exercises.

1. Balancing body on a wooden plank

Take a wooden plank and walk on it swinging hands as shown in
the figure.

35.1

2. Balancing body on steps of a ladder

Take a ladder and keep it on two wooden blocks horizontally. Now,
practise to balance the body while walking on the steps of the
ladder.

35.2
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Fig.3. Balancing body on a rope

Take a thick rope and fix it at low height. Now, walk on the rope by
balancing body as shown in the figure.

35.3

Exercise

1. What is body balancing?
2. Name any two exercises that are performed during body

balancing.
3. Study the given figures and name the activities.

a. b.

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Sample Test Paper 4

Physical Education

F.M.: 30

Time: 1 hr.

1. What are moving skills of physical exercise? Give any two

examples. 2+1

2. What is meant by static exercise? Write one advantage of static

exericise. 2+1

3. Name the moving skills shown in the given figures. 3

a. b. c.

4. What is physical training? Why should we do physical training? 2+1

5. What is drill? Write any one advantage of performing drill. 2+1

6. How is 'Majhikol Jaal' (Fisherman's net) played? Describe in brief. 3

7. What are local games? Name any two local games that are

played in your locality. 2+1

8. What are story-based games? Name any two local

games that are played in your locality. 2+1

9. What is dribbling? Name the ball game shown

in the given figure. 2+1

10. What is gymnastics? Name any two exercises that are performed

during body balancing. 2+1

Marks obtained: ...............................................

Student's grade: ...............................................

Teacher's remark: ............................................. Gardian's signature and

Teacher's signature: ......................................... remark

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