Summer Break – 2025
Embracing Summer: A Season of Rest, Exploration, and Learning
Dear Students,
As the summer sun beckons and the holidays approach, it’s time to take a well-deserved break,
recharge, and make beautiful memories with family and friends. While you enjoy the warmth
of the season, we encourage you to stay curious, keep learning, and engage in productive
activities.
To ensure that your minds remain active and you continue to grow academically, we have
thoughtfully prepared holiday homework that balances learning with fun. These assignments
will help reinforce concepts covered in class and prepare you for the upcoming term.
Make the most of your break, explore new interests, read widely, and, most importantly, stay
safe and cherish each moment. We look forward to welcoming you back, refreshed and ready
for new learning adventures.
Happy Holidays!
English Holiday Homework
Submission Date: First day after vacation
Instructions:
Attempt all four activities. Present your work neatly in a file or notebook. Creativity,
relevance, and originality will be awarded.
Learning Objectives
• Apply creativity and language skills in visual formats such as posters and flyers.
• Strengthen their understanding of descriptive and persuasive writing.
• Gain awareness and appreciation of Indian geography and culture through the study of
Lakshadweep.
• Develop critical thinking through reflective and thematic activities.
Activity 1: Poster Making – “Save the Environment, Save the Future”
Task:
Design a poster that spreads awareness about environmental conservation and the
importance of protecting nature for future generations.
• Guidelines:
• Use powerful slogans and 2–3 persuasive lines
• Include visuals/drawings/sketches
• Size: A4 or chart paper (as preferred)
• Focus on clean air, water, forests, or reducing plastic usage
Activity 2: Travel Flyer – Explore Lakshadweep!
Task:
Create a travel flyer to promote tourism in the Lakshadweep Islands.
• Include:
• A brief introduction to Lakshadweep (location, access, climate)
• 3–4 tourist attractions (beaches, coral reefs, islands)
• Suggested activities (snorkelling, scuba diving, exploring marine life)
• Use catchy headings, images, and persuasive descriptions
Optional tools: Canva, MS Word, or handmade
Note: The flyer must reflect a balance of language skills and visual appeal.
Activity 3: Reflective Diary Entry – A Life Lesson Learned
Task:
Write a diary entry from the perspective of any one character from your current Literature
syllabus who undergoes a meaningful realization or learns a life lesson.
Length: 150–200 words
Suggestions: Griffin (Footprints without Feet), the thief (The Thief’s Story), or anyone relevant
from the revised NCERT text.
Focus: Express the character’s internal thoughts, feelings, and lessons learned.
Assessment Criteria
• Creativity and Presentation
• Relevance to theme
• Accuracy and richness of content
• Effective use of language
• Original thinking and effort
Activity 4: Worksheet Practice – Master What You’ve Learned
Task:
Revise and strengthen your understanding by attempting the worksheets provided on the
website. These worksheets are based on the prose, poetry, and grammar topics covered
during the term.
• Ensure that you:
- Answer all questions thoughtfully and legibly
- Review your answers before submission
Hindi Holiday Homework
Mathematics Holiday Homework
Task 1: Innovative Activity on Tangents of a Circle
Title: "Equal Yet Apart – A Tangent Tale"
Objective:
To explore and verify that the lengths of tangents drawn from an external point to a circle are
equal.
Instructions:
- Take a cardboard or A4 sheet and draw a large circle using a compass.
- Choose a point outside the circle and name it P.
- Draw two tangents PA and PB from point P to the circle, touching the circle at A and B
respectively.
- Use thread or wool to measure the lengths PA and PB.
- Use a ruler to verify that the lengths are equal.
- Write a small paragraph explaining why this happens geometrically.
- Click a picture of your model and paste it in your notebook/folder.
- Title the page: "Equal Lengths of Tangents – Geometry Speaks!"
Extension:
Write the real-life applications of tangents (e.g., in construction, engineering, or
architecture).
Task 2: Mind Map on Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
Objective:
To visually organise and summarise the key concepts and solution methods of linear
equations.
Instructions:
- Draw a colourful mind map including:
* Definition
* Standard Form (Ax + By = C)
* Graphical Method
* Substitution Method
* Elimination Method
* Consistency Conditions
* Real-life examples (e.g., price problems, time-work problems)
You can hand-draw or use digital tools like Canva or MindMeister. Decorate it neatly and write
your name at the bottom.
Task 3: Self-Reflection Journal
Title: "Mathematics and Me – A Summer Story"
Instructions:
- Write a one-page journal on:
* How you feel about mathematics.
* Your biggest learning or 'aha' moment so far.
* One real-life situation where you saw math in action this summer.
- You may write this as a poem, a letter to your future self, or a simple narrative.
Task 4: Concept Worksheet – "Mastery Practice"
Objective:
To reinforce fundamental concepts through targeted practice questions.
Solve the following worksheet in your math notebook:
A. Real Numbers (5 Questions)
1. Prove that √3 is irrational.
2. Find the HCF of 56 and 120 using Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic
3. Prove that 2+ 5√2 is irrational given that √2 is irrational.
4. Find LCM and HCF of 12 and 18 and verify LCM × HCF = Product of Numbers.
5. Find the largest number that divides 245 and 1029 leaving remainder 5.
B. Quadratic Polynomials (5 Questions)
1. Factorise: x2 - 7x + 12
2. Solve: 2x2 - 3x - 2
3. Find the quadratic polynomial whose zeroes are 3 and 4.
4. Two alarm clocks ring their alarms at regular intervals of 50 seconds and 48 seconds. If
they first beep together
at 12 noon, at what time will they beep again for the first time?
5. If α and β are zeroes of the polynomial 2x2 - 5x + 3, find α + β and αβ.
C. Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables (5 Questions)
1. Solve graphically: x + y = 6, x - y = 2
2. Solve by substitution: 2x + 3y = 12, x - y = 1
3. Solve by elimination: 3x + 2y = 16, 7x - y = 11
4. Determine the nature of solutions of: 2x + 3y = 6, 4x + 6y = 12
5. The sum of two numbers is 36 and their difference is 8. Find the numbers using linear
equations.
Task 5: Activity 2 (Compulsory): Eco-Tour of Lakshadweep – Linear Equations in Action
Objective: Apply the concept of linear equations in two variables to model real-life situations
using Lakshadweep
Islands.
Instructions: Suppose a travel agency offers boat rides between two islands of Lakshadweep:
Let the cost per km be ₹ x and fixed booking charge be ₹ y.
Total cost for a ride of 30 km = ₹600 → form Equation 1.
Total cost for a ride of 50 km = ₹800 → form Equation 2.
Solve the pair of equations graphically or algebraically to find x and y.
Write a short paragraph on eco-friendly tourism in Lakshadweep and how math can support
sustainable planning.
Science Holiday Homework
OBJECTIVES: The students will be able:
1. To enhance creativity and to engage the children constructively during
their vacation.
2. To engage the students in exploratory and hands-on activities to
acquire basic cognitive and psychomotor skills.
3. To keep the children connected with the syllabus.
4. To develop scientific temperament and its application in daily life.
5. To prepare students for their exams by giving practice on the
questions.
6. To provide the students with a broad understanding of the specific to
Science and Technology and to help them develop critical thinking and
quantitative reasoning skills.
INSTRUCTIONS:
WEEK WORK TO BE COMPLETED
Week 1 Complete Physics, Chemistry, Biology
work in the notebook (NCERT exercises/
notes).
Week 2 • Complete the experiments in Biology, Physics and Chemistry Practical
file. Instructions will be shared by the teachers concerned.
• Revision of the syllabus done before vacations:
• Physics – Light
• Chemistry -Chemical reactions and Equations.
• Biology – Life Processes
Our Environment
Week 3 Complete the Worksheet of science for syllabus done so far (booklet given
in the school bundle) within the booklet (Physics, Chemistry and Biology
Week 4 Art-integrated Project Work
Instructions for Project Work:
1. As per the CBSE directive, under a trans- disciplinary approach and art integration
towards acquainting the students with their nation and its states, STATE of Delhi has
been tied with Lakshadweep or Andaman & Nicobar for the project takes up the idea
of learning in tandem with all the disciplines in order to attain a holistic approach of
2. ‘Theme: Science in Island Life: Exploring Nature and Culture in Andaman & Nicobar and
Lakshadweep
3. The marks will be awarded for this project work, as part of subject-enrichment activity.
4. Each student will submit the activity individually.
TOPIC(Choose any one)
1. Coral Reef Diorama
→ Use recycled materials to build a model coral reef and label key marine species and
chemical conditions (like pH). Submit requires the write up of the topic on an A-4 size
sheet
2. Floating Boat Model
→ Build a small boat model and explain the principles of buoyancy and density. Submit
requires the write up of the topic on an A-4 size sheet.
Social Science Holiday Homework
Objectives
1.To enable students to think out of the box, be imaginative and express themselves.
2.To encourage students to integrate art with subject matter.
3.To provide students a hands-on experience of research and self expression.
4.To Engage students constructively during summer vacations and focus their attention
on celebrating the human spirit to surpass any challenges.
1. Enrichment Activity/Project guidelines-
1.It is mandatory for all
2.Each student has to take any one project (allotted as per your roll nos. out of the listed
projects topics.
3.Project can be prepared on POWERPOINT/or can be HANDWRITTEN.
Number of pages expected in the project-
● Handwritten-10 pages
● PowerPoint – 15 slides
4.Order of presentation of project report:
1.Cover page (Topic, Name, Class, Section and Roll No.)
2.Index
3.Acknowledgement
4.Content.
5.Conclusion
6.Bibliography
7.Glossary (Optional)
5.Support your project with suitably labelled pictures, maps, graphs, interesting facts,
interviews conducted, questionnaire etc
NOTE: Cite & give credit to the references used by you at every place including
pictures and data
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3. Art integration Activity
Activity: Designing a Bag/Pouch Inspired by Andaman and Nicobar Islands/Lakshadweep
Island
Objective:
To create a unique cloth or jute bag/pouch showcasing tribal art, flora, fauna, or
landforms of Andaman and Nicobar Islands or Lakshadweep Island.
Instructions:
a) Students will choose any of the following themes : Tribal art, flora, fauna, or landforms of
Andaman and Nicobar Islands or Lakshadweep Island.
b) Use locally sourced and eco friendly materials for the activity.
c) You can peither make a bag or pouch .Size of the bag or the pouch is as per your
choice.
4. Activity: Create a Pamphlet on a Political Party Manifesto
Objective:
Design a creative and informative political pamphlet that presents the manifesto of a
political party in India—real or imaginary. This task will help you understand how political
parties share their vision and promises with the public.
Your Pamphlet Must Include the Following:
a. Party Name and Symbol
• (Create your own or take inspiration from real parties)
b. Party Slogan/Motto (E.g. “Justice for All”, “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”)
c. Five Key Promises/Manifesto Points
Cover any five of the following themes:
• Education
• Health
• Employment
• Environment
• Social Justice / National Security
d. Vision Statement
• Describe the future you want to build for the nation.
e. Appeal to Voters
• Convince people why they should vote for your party.
f. Instructions:
(a) Format:
● A4 Size Sheet (Handwritten or Digital)
● One Side Only (Front page)
● Use colors, symbols, and drawings to make your pamphlet attractive.
(b) Language:Use simple, clear, and persuasive language.
● Avoid using real-life political controversies or offensive content.
Note : This is a creative activity—be respectful, original, and thoughtful in your
German Holiday Homework
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
• Language Development: Reinforce vocabulary, grammar, and sentence construction in German (A1
level).
• Cultural Awareness: Learn about Indian coastal and island cultures and draw parallels with German-
speaking countries’ islands.
• Creative Expression: Use German in creative formats – postcards, posters and simple dialogues.
• Research & ICT Skills: Encourage use of digital tools for research, translation, and presentation.
TASK:
1. German Video/Podcast Activity
Watch or Listen:
Find a German travel video or podcast episode (with English or German subtitles) on islands or
nature.
(You can use platforms like YouTube, DW Learn German)
Write down 5 new German words or expressions you learned from the video/audio with their
English meanings.
2. Postkarte schreiben – “Meine Heimatstadt” (German Creative Writing)
Task: imagine you live on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands or Lakshadweep.Write a postcard in
German (8–10 lines) to your friend describing your place.
(Based on Lektion 6). Include a map of the place and some related pictures to make your work
appealing and interesting.
Include:
• Weather
• Activities that one can do.
• What do you like most about the island
• How you feel
French Holiday Homework
Title: Mon Carnet de Voyage (My Travel Diary)
Activity:
Imagine you are going on a 3-day trip to a French-speaking country. Make a small travel diary
(you can write on paper or on the computer).
What to do:
• Write the name of the country and draw its flag on the cover page.
• Write 1 or 2 sentences in French for each day about what you will do or what you did
(use futur proche or passé composé).
• Add a simple drawing, a small picture, or a sticker for each day.
• You can also add one map or one ticket or postcard picture if you want.
Goals:
• Practice writing in French using the tenses you know.
• Learn new words related to travel.
• Telling a story about your trip.
Sanskrit Holiday Homework
