Chapter 2: Going to the Mela
3rd StandardThe World Around Us
Going to the Mela - Chapter Summary
# Going to the Mela
## Overview
In the chapter “Going to the Mela,” students follow the joyful preparations and experiences of Nita, Radha, Sneha, Rohit, and their families as they visit a mela (fair). The story highlights aspects of travel, safety, excitement of local events, caring for elders, and community experiences. It also introduces functional literacy like reading maps and understanding emergency services.
## Key Topics Covered
### 1. Preparing for the Mela
* Nita and Radha were excited as the mela had arrived in town.
* They needed to take a bus to reach the mela.
* Their family and neighbours, including Mohan Chacha’s family, planned to join.
* Dadiji was reluctant due to her leg pain but later agreed to come.
* Preparations included filling water bottles and packing a special bag.
### 2. On the Way to the Mela
* Sneha and Rohit, neighbours and close friends of Nita, got ready to go with them.
* They all walked carefully to the bus stop, helping Dadiji along.
* Bus number 401 took them to the mela; Dadiji was given a reserved seat.
* Rohit’s father purchased tickets and instructed the children about safety in the bus.
* The journey included observing traffic rules and responsible behaviour.
### 3. At the Mela
* Families arrived at the parade ground where the mela was set up.
* They found a map at the entrance, along with emergency services like ambulance, police, fire engine, and a Lost and Found booth.
* A wheelchair was arranged for Dadiji.
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### 4. Exploring the Mela
* Children were thrilled to see stalls with toys, sweets, and games.
* They bought spinning tops, phirkis, puppets, and dolls.
* Enjoyed rides like merry-go-round and giant wheel.
* Girls purchased bangles and trinkets.
* Watched and enjoyed a magic show.
### 5. Eating at the Mela
* Mohan Chacha reminded everyone to wash hands before eating.
* Food items enjoyed included: gol gappas, chaat, chhole kulche, jalebis with rabri, and kulfi.
* Waste was disposed of properly in dustbins, teaching cleanliness and responsibility.
### 6. Observing Around
* Dadiji noticed a police dog with the officer, sparking curiosity among children.
* The presence of emergency services like fire engines and ambulances ensured public safety.
### 7. Learning Elements
* Information on **Kumbh Mela** – the world’s largest gathering held once every 12 years at different locations in India.
* Children were encouraged to reflect on:
* The purpose of Lost and Found booths.
* Role of police dogs.
* Their own experiences in melas.
* Stories from elders about older mela traditions.
### 8. Extension Activities
* **Sketching Activity**: Identify and circle houses and parade ground on a map.
* **Safety Questions**: Encourage discussions on travel safety and care for elders.
* **Picture Matching Activity**: Match community helpers like firefighter, toy seller, halwai, puppeteer, bangle seller, volunteer, etc.
* **Drawing Vehicles**: Children draw vehicles seen around their home and school.
* **Role Play**: Organize a mock mela to replicate the experiences.
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## New Terms and Simple Definitions
| Term | Definition |
| ------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Mela | A local fair or festival with rides, food, and fun activities |
| Parade ground | An open space where events and fairs are held |
| Wheelchair | A chair with wheels used by people who have difficulty walking |
| Volunteers | People who help others without expecting anything in return |
| Ambulance | A special vehicle that takes sick or injured people to the hospital |
| Fire engine | A vehicle that carries firefighters and water to put out fires |
| Phirki | A traditional spinning toy made of paper or plastic |
| Rabri | A thick, sweet dish made from milk, often served with sweets like jalebi |
| Police dog | A trained dog that helps police in finding missing people or things |
| Reserved seat | A seat kept specially for elderly or differently-abled people in transport |
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## Practice Questions
### Easy (3)
1. **Who were going to the mela with Nita and Radha?**
→ Their family, neighbours, and Mohan Chacha’s family.
2. **What did the children buy from the toy stall?**
→ Spinning tops, puppets, phirkis, and dolls.
3. **What did Dadiji sit on in the bus?**
→ A seat reserved for older people.
### Medium (2)
4. **Why did the children wash their hands before eating?**
→ To stay clean and healthy before eating food at the mela.
5. **What safety advice did Rohit’s father give in the bus?**
→ Sit properly and don’t put hands or head out of the window.
### Difficult (3)
6. **How was Dadiji helped during the mela visit?**
→ She was guided slowly to the bus stop, helped into the bus, and given a wheelchair.
7. **What emergency services were seen at the mela entrance?**
→ Ambulance, police jeep, fire engine, and a Lost and Found booth.
8. **What is Kumbh Mela and where is it held?**
→ Kumbh Mela is the world’s largest gathering, held every 12 years in Haridwar, Prayagraj, Nashik, and Ujjain.
### Very Difficult (2)
9. **What values and life skills does this chapter teach?**
→ Respect and care for elders, community participation, hygiene, safety, and environmental responsibility.
10. **If you had to explain the purpose of a ‘Lost and Found’ booth to a younger sibling, what would you say?**
→ It’s a place where people go if they lose something or get separated from family, and volunteers help them find it or reconnect.
---
## Overview
In the chapter “Going to the Mela,” students follow the joyful preparations and experiences of Nita, Radha, Sneha, Rohit, and their families as they visit a mela (fair). The story highlights aspects of travel, safety, excitement of local events, caring for elders, and community experiences. It also introduces functional literacy like reading maps and understanding emergency services.
## Key Topics Covered
### 1. Preparing for the Mela
* Nita and Radha were excited as the mela had arrived in town.
* They needed to take a bus to reach the mela.
* Their family and neighbours, including Mohan Chacha’s family, planned to join.
* Dadiji was reluctant due to her leg pain but later agreed to come.
* Preparations included filling water bottles and packing a special bag.
### 2. On the Way to the Mela
* Sneha and Rohit, neighbours and close friends of Nita, got ready to go with them.
* They all walked carefully to the bus stop, helping Dadiji along.
* Bus number 401 took them to the mela; Dadiji was given a reserved seat.
* Rohit’s father purchased tickets and instructed the children about safety in the bus.
* The journey included observing traffic rules and responsible behaviour.
### 3. At the Mela
* Families arrived at the parade ground where the mela was set up.
* They found a map at the entrance, along with emergency services like ambulance, police, fire engine, and a Lost and Found booth.
* A wheelchair was arranged for Dadiji.
---
**(Continued in next message...)**
Here is the continuation and completion of the summary for the chapter **"Going to the Mela"**:
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### 4. Exploring the Mela
* Children were thrilled to see stalls with toys, sweets, and games.
* They bought spinning tops, phirkis, puppets, and dolls.
* Enjoyed rides like merry-go-round and giant wheel.
* Girls purchased bangles and trinkets.
* Watched and enjoyed a magic show.
### 5. Eating at the Mela
* Mohan Chacha reminded everyone to wash hands before eating.
* Food items enjoyed included: gol gappas, chaat, chhole kulche, jalebis with rabri, and kulfi.
* Waste was disposed of properly in dustbins, teaching cleanliness and responsibility.
### 6. Observing Around
* Dadiji noticed a police dog with the officer, sparking curiosity among children.
* The presence of emergency services like fire engines and ambulances ensured public safety.
### 7. Learning Elements
* Information on **Kumbh Mela** – the world’s largest gathering held once every 12 years at different locations in India.
* Children were encouraged to reflect on:
* The purpose of Lost and Found booths.
* Role of police dogs.
* Their own experiences in melas.
* Stories from elders about older mela traditions.
### 8. Extension Activities
* **Sketching Activity**: Identify and circle houses and parade ground on a map.
* **Safety Questions**: Encourage discussions on travel safety and care for elders.
* **Picture Matching Activity**: Match community helpers like firefighter, toy seller, halwai, puppeteer, bangle seller, volunteer, etc.
* **Drawing Vehicles**: Children draw vehicles seen around their home and school.
* **Role Play**: Organize a mock mela to replicate the experiences.
---
## New Terms and Simple Definitions
| Term | Definition |
| ------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Mela | A local fair or festival with rides, food, and fun activities |
| Parade ground | An open space where events and fairs are held |
| Wheelchair | A chair with wheels used by people who have difficulty walking |
| Volunteers | People who help others without expecting anything in return |
| Ambulance | A special vehicle that takes sick or injured people to the hospital |
| Fire engine | A vehicle that carries firefighters and water to put out fires |
| Phirki | A traditional spinning toy made of paper or plastic |
| Rabri | A thick, sweet dish made from milk, often served with sweets like jalebi |
| Police dog | A trained dog that helps police in finding missing people or things |
| Reserved seat | A seat kept specially for elderly or differently-abled people in transport |
---
## Practice Questions
### Easy (3)
1. **Who were going to the mela with Nita and Radha?**
→ Their family, neighbours, and Mohan Chacha’s family.
2. **What did the children buy from the toy stall?**
→ Spinning tops, puppets, phirkis, and dolls.
3. **What did Dadiji sit on in the bus?**
→ A seat reserved for older people.
### Medium (2)
4. **Why did the children wash their hands before eating?**
→ To stay clean and healthy before eating food at the mela.
5. **What safety advice did Rohit’s father give in the bus?**
→ Sit properly and don’t put hands or head out of the window.
### Difficult (3)
6. **How was Dadiji helped during the mela visit?**
→ She was guided slowly to the bus stop, helped into the bus, and given a wheelchair.
7. **What emergency services were seen at the mela entrance?**
→ Ambulance, police jeep, fire engine, and a Lost and Found booth.
8. **What is Kumbh Mela and where is it held?**
→ Kumbh Mela is the world’s largest gathering, held every 12 years in Haridwar, Prayagraj, Nashik, and Ujjain.
### Very Difficult (2)
9. **What values and life skills does this chapter teach?**
→ Respect and care for elders, community participation, hygiene, safety, and environmental responsibility.
10. **If you had to explain the purpose of a ‘Lost and Found’ booth to a younger sibling, what would you say?**
→ It’s a place where people go if they lose something or get separated from family, and volunteers help them find it or reconnect.
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Going to the Mela
Overview
In the chapter “Going to the Mela,” students follow the joyful preparations and experiences of Nita, Radha, Sneha, Rohit, and their families as they visit a mela (fair). The story highlights aspects of travel, safety, excitement of local events, caring for elders, and community experiences. It also introduces functional literacy like reading maps and understanding emergency services.
Key Topics Covered
1. Preparing for the Mela
- Nita and Radha were excited as the mela had arrived in town.
- They needed to take a bus to reach the mela.
- Their family and neighbours, including Mohan Chacha’s family, planned to join.
- Dadiji was reluctant due to her leg pain but later agreed to come.
- Preparations included filling water bottles and packing a special bag.
2. On the Way to the Mela
- Sneha and Rohit, neighbours and close friends of Nita, got ready to go with them.
- They all walked carefully to the bus stop, helping Dadiji along.
- Bus number 401 took them to the mela; Dadiji was given a reserved seat.
- Rohit’s father purchased tickets and instructed the children about safety in the bus.
- The journey included observing traffic rules and responsible behaviour.
3. At the Mela
- Families arrived at the parade ground where the mela was set up.
- They found a map at the entrance, along with emergency services like ambulance, police, fire engine, and a Lost and Found booth.
- A wheelchair was arranged for Dadiji.
(Continued in next message...)
Here is the continuation and completion of the summary for the chapter "Going to the Mela":
4. Exploring the Mela
- Children were thrilled to see stalls with toys, sweets, and games.
- They bought spinning tops, phirkis, puppets, and dolls.
- Enjoyed rides like merry-go-round and giant wheel.
- Girls purchased bangles and trinkets.
- Watched and enjoyed a magic show.
5. Eating at the Mela
- Mohan Chacha reminded everyone to wash hands before eating.
- Food items enjoyed included: gol gappas, chaat, chhole kulche, jalebis with rabri, and kulfi.
- Waste was disposed of properly in dustbins, teaching cleanliness and responsibility.
6. Observing Around
- Dadiji noticed a police dog with the officer, sparking curiosity among children.
- The presence of emergency services like fire engines and ambulances ensured public safety.
7. Learning Elements
-
Information on Kumbh Mela – the world’s largest gathering held once every 12 years at different locations in India.
-
Children were encouraged to reflect on:
- The purpose of Lost and Found booths.
- Role of police dogs.
- Their own experiences in melas.
- Stories from elders about older mela traditions.
8. Extension Activities
- Sketching Activity: Identify and circle houses and parade ground on a map.
- Safety Questions: Encourage discussions on travel safety and care for elders.
- Picture Matching Activity: Match community helpers like firefighter, toy seller, halwai, puppeteer, bangle seller, volunteer, etc.
- Drawing Vehicles: Children draw vehicles seen around their home and school.
- Role Play: Organize a mock mela to replicate the experiences.
New Terms and Simple Definitions
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Mela | A local fair or festival with rides, food, and fun activities |
| Parade ground | An open space where events and fairs are held |
| Wheelchair | A chair with wheels used by people who have difficulty walking |
| Volunteers | People who help others without expecting anything in return |
| Ambulance | A special vehicle that takes sick or injured people to the hospital |
| Fire engine | A vehicle that carries firefighters and water to put out fires |
| Phirki | A traditional spinning toy made of paper or plastic |
| Rabri | A thick, sweet dish made from milk, often served with sweets like jalebi |
| Police dog | A trained dog that helps police in finding missing people or things |
| Reserved seat | A seat kept specially for elderly or differently-abled people in transport |
Practice Questions
Easy (3)
-
Who were going to the mela with Nita and Radha? → Their family, neighbours, and Mohan Chacha’s family.
-
What did the children buy from the toy stall? → Spinning tops, puppets, phirkis, and dolls.
-
What did Dadiji sit on in the bus? → A seat reserved for older people.
Medium (2)
-
Why did the children wash their hands before eating? → To stay clean and healthy before eating food at the mela.
-
What safety advice did Rohit’s father give in the bus? → Sit properly and don’t put hands or head out of the window.
Difficult (3)
-
How was Dadiji helped during the mela visit? → She was guided slowly to the bus stop, helped into the bus, and given a wheelchair.
-
What emergency services were seen at the mela entrance? → Ambulance, police jeep, fire engine, and a Lost and Found booth.
-
What is Kumbh Mela and where is it held? → Kumbh Mela is the world’s largest gathering, held every 12 years in Haridwar, Prayagraj, Nashik, and Ujjain.
Very Difficult (2)
-
What values and life skills does this chapter teach? → Respect and care for elders, community participation, hygiene, safety, and environmental responsibility.
-
If you had to explain the purpose of a ‘Lost and Found’ booth to a younger sibling, what would you say? → It’s a place where people go if they lose something or get separated from family, and volunteers help them find it or reconnect.