OBS Inspired Biology Textbook for Class 8

Inspired Biology for classes 6—8 lays a strong foundation for the development of scientific skills and 21st-century skills while providing students with a joyful learning experience. A rich array of activities ensures a thorough understanding of scientific theory and practice. The books provide ample scope for subject integration.

The main features include :

Learn

• Learning Outcomes in each lesson encourage students to take responsibility for their learning
• Activities and experiments help students learn through practical exercises

Revise

• In a nutshell is a comprehensive revision corner in each lesson, with a concept map, summary and keywords
• Summary pages and a glossary at the end of the book provide information at a glance

Apply

• Checkpoint covers a variety of exercises for practice
• Think and answer and Picture study encourage students to use higher-order thinking skills and relate concepts to real life
• Hands-on projects reinforce 21st-century skills
• Life skills and values help students develop skills and values they need to be well-adjusted members of society

Practice

• Worksheets and test papers provide reinforcement and rigour

Explore

• SciTech links science to natural phenomena and real-life applications
• Eco corner reports issues that are an environmental concern
• Scientist in focus and Heritage corner present exciting information on the development of science and society through the ages
• Career watch helps students plan their future by introducing careers that can be taken up following a scientific education