The
CLR guides teachers in the preparation of their own low
cost teaching-learning materials, as part of its inservice
training programmes.
We also develop and publish a variety of
supplementary teaching-learning materials based on the
needs expressed by elementary schools and alternative educational
programmes. Prototypes are tried out in classrooms and
the feedback from this process is incorporated into the
final design of our published materials.
We have developed supplementary materials
in the following areas :
Readiness for learning
First language
English as a second language
Primary Mathematics
Values Education
CLR teaching-learning materials are designed
for use in regular classrooms as well as by individual
children at home. They are particularly appropriate for
small multigrade classrooms. Many teachers and parents
are also using them with slow learners, and children who
need step-by-step remedial help.
CLR materials are available in English,
Hindi and Marathi. All our materials are low cost and promote
active learning.
Readiness for learning
Days-Of-The-Week
Pockets
Durable cloth pockets with pegs and date cards to
maintain a weekly ‘calendar’,
and learn the sequence of the days of the week. (Rs.45.00)
First language
Language
Practice Work Cards
85 cards in Marathi , with relevant
vocabulary and pictures for graded practice exercises in
reading and writing at the Class I level. Stresses learning
to read with understanding. Built-in record-keeping of
individual progress. (Rs.100.00)
Khelta Khelta
Bhasha Shikuya
A teachers’ guide book of language
games in Marathi, for reinforcing early reading, writing
and spoken language skills. (Rs.20.00)
Activity-Based
Language Learning Charts
16 charts in Marathi
with attractive pictures and text accompanied by 20 picture
cards. Develops listening, speaking, reading and writing
skills at the Class II level. (Rs.75.00)
'Chala
Vachuya' Reading Series-Class 1
A set of 12 graded booklets in Marathi, for supplementary
reading at the Class I level. Contains child-friendly themes,
rhymes and pictures, and for further supplementary reading
at the Class I level.
(Rs.110.00)
‘Aao
Padhe’ Reading Series – Class 1
A set of 12 child-friendly booklets in Hindi. This series
helps teachers and parents to motivate beginners to read
independently. Child-friendly themes, short, simple sentences,
words repeated at regular intervals and attractive visuals
all assist in making this initial reading easy and enjoyable
for children. (Rs.110.00)
The Sentence
Maker
Stand-up pocket folder with about 100 accompanying
word cards in Marathi, incorporating relevant vocabulary
for Classes I and II in Marathi medium schools. English
version suitable for Sr. KG and Class I in English medium
schools and for Classes III - V in regional medium schools. (Rs.35.00)
English as a second language
Bilingual
learning materials
The CLR has developed
a range of graded, bilingual reading materials for young
children, based on the globally researched understanding
that a known language can fruitfully be used to learn a new
one.
My World~My
Words
A picture word book in full colour, designed for Indian
children to learn English and the regional language. This
book, with colourful pictures, features about 1000 words
based on the world of Indian children, relevant for students
in regional medium and English medium schools. Serves as
a resource book for parents and teachers. (English - Marathi : Rs.175.00,
all other editions : Rs.160.00). Please enquire about substantial price reduction for bulk
orders.
Other language versions can be commissioned on request.
Bilingual
Story Books
When children are learning to read in a new language, they
are usually exposed only to sentences or small instructional
texts. But being able to read a whole book in a new language
is a special kind of thrill. To spark this excitement, the
Centre for Learning Resources has developed a range of bilingual
story books, based on the globally researched understanding
that a known language can fruitfully be used to learn a new
one.
The Princess Who
Never Smiled
A charming tale that relates who will make Princess Jayanti
smile and how it will happen. (Click on image to preview) (Rs.75.00)
Available in English-Marathi, English-Hindi and English-Urdu
The Lion And The
Mouse
A traditional tale about the brave mouse who rescues
an angry but helpless lion. (Click on image to preview)
(Rs.75.00)
Available in English-Marathi, English-Hindi and English-Urdu
Cock-a-doodle-doo!
Children find out thorugh this story why the cock crows
every morning, just before sunrise. (Click on image to preview) (Rs.75.00)
Available in English-Marathi, English-Hindi and English-Urdu
Chintu’s
Cap
A Maharashtrian folk tale that recounts how a mouse is
afraid of nobody - not even the king. (Click on image to preview) (Rs. 75.00)
Available in English-Marathi, English-Hindi, English-Kannada and English-Urdu
The
Little Flute Player
The adventures of Ramesh, a talented little flute player,
as he travels on a magic mat. (Click on image to preview) (Rs. 75.00)
Available in English-Marathi, English-Hindi, English-Kannada and English-Urdu
Bilingual story books in any other languages can be commissioned on request.
'Chala
Vachuya'/Lets Read Series
A set of 10 booklets for further supplementary reading
at the Class I level. (Rs.150.00)
Available in English-Marathi
Other Reading Materials in English
The CLR has developed the Gudbud series of stories in English, and in Hindi and Marathi. The Gudbud series focusses on basic human
values that are relevant to the lives of young children.
Mama
Gudbud Takes a Break
Children appreciate the needs and desires of a mother
as an individual, and the give-and-take that makes for
happiness within a family. (Click on image to preview)(Rs.75.00)
The
Gudbuds Get Out of a Mess
Children learn about the importance of co-operation within
the family, and that a happy family is not one in which
each member can only do what he/she wants. (Click on image to preview)(Rs.75.00
At
the Park in Gudbudland
Children appreciate individual differences
amongst people and experience what it feels like to be
left out and to be included. The story helps to inculcate
a respect for diversity and reveals the true meaning of
friendship. (Click on image to preview)(Rs.75.00)
Primary mathematics
Activemaths
An instructional package for Classes I and II available in English and Marathi.
For teaching basic primary mathematics through concrete experiences.
Contains
Teacher’s Guide, basic readymade teaching equipment,
designs for making low cost teaching-learning materials,
substantial sets of practice work cards, games and sample
assessment tests. Designed for use in regular and multi-grade
classes and supplementary education centres. Includes sturdy
classroom storage pack. (Rs.950.00)
Activemaths : Hindi
edition
An instructional package for Classes I and II, for teaching
Includes a cut-out supplement for handmade teaching aids,
along with all other components as above. (Rs.400.00)
Mathematics
Practice Work Cards - Level 1
100 cards which provide 50-60
step-by-step practice exercises for each mathematical competency
at the Class I level. Built-in record-keeping of individual
progress. (Rs.120.00)
Included in the Activemaths package, and also available
separately in English and Marathi.
Mathematics
Practice Work Cards -
Level 2
95 cards which provide 50-60
step-by-step practice exercises for each mathematical competency
at the Class II level. Built-in record-keeping of individual
progress. Suitable for regular classrooms, multi-grade
classes and non-formal education centres. (Rs.120.00)
Included in the Activemaths package, and also available
separately in English and Marathi.
Mathematics
Practice Work Cards in Marathi - Level 3
125 cards which
provide 50-60 step-by-step practice exercises for each
mathematical competency at the Class III level. (Rs.120.00)
Available in Marathi.
Mathematics
Practice Work Cards in Marathi - Level 4
125 cards which
provide 50-60 step-by-step practice exercises for each
mathematical competency at the Class IV level. (Rs.120.00)
Available in Marathi.
The Hundred
Board
Besides basic concepts and skills involving numbers
upto 100, this wipe-off roll-up board can be used for further
concepts such as multiples, divisibility, prime numbers,
etc. (Rs.45.00)
What’s
The Time?
A booklet which becomes a game. Pages are flipped
to read the time correctly on the clock, in words, and
in digits. Alternatively, pages can be cut and pasted as
directed to make a matching game for the classroom. (Rs.10.00)
Name The Number
A ‘game’ booklet
as above, for understanding place value of 3-digit numbers.
(Rs.10.00)
Let’s
Match
A ‘game’ booklet as above, for understanding
the relationships between fractions, decimals and percentages.
(Rs.10.00)
Fraction Action
A
game to be played with several discs and fractional pieces
in different colours. Reinforces concept of fractions through
concrete experience. (Rs.40.00)
Fraction Dominoes
25
colourful dominoes. Players take turns to match fractions
represented in pictures, numerals and words. (Rs.65.00)
Fraction Board
Wipe-off
roll-up board with a series of fractional number lines.
Helps children to compare, add and subtract fractions,
and also to understand equivalent fractions through a visual
aid. (Rs.50.00)
Decimal Dominoes
22
colourful dominoes. Players take turns to match decimals
represented pictorially or in numerals, with the corresponding
fractional numbers. (Rs.60.00)
Mental Maths
Game
A card game to reinforce speed and accuracy in mental
arithmetic. Includes addition, subtraction, multiplication,
division, and calculations involving simple fractions and
percentages. (Rs.40.00)
Values education
The Gudbud / गड़बड़ / गडबड/
series
Stories are an
excellent medium for developing the values we want all children
to grow up with. The Gudbud series focusses on basic human
values that are relevant to the lives of young children.
Mama
Gudbud Takes a Break (English, Hindi, Marathi)
Children appreciate the needs and desires of a mother
as an individual, and the give-and-take that makes for
happiness within a family. (Click on image to preview)(Rs.75.00)
The
Gudbuds Get Out of a Mess(English,
Hindi, Marathi)
Children learn about the importance of co-operation within
the family, and that a happy family is not one in which
each member can only do what he/she wants. (Click on image to preview)(Rs.75.00)
At
the Park in Gudbudland(English, Hindi,
Marathi)
Children appreciate individual differences
amongst people and experience what it feels like to be
left out and to be included. The story helps to inculcate
a respect for diversity and reveals the true meaning of
friendship. (Click on image to preview)(Rs.75.00)
TRAINING MATERIALS
Making the Most of Multigrade Teaching
This video film available on CD helps teachers in inservice training situations and trainee teachers in pre-service training to explore effective ways of handling multigrade classes and to take a fresh look at the planning process for multigrade teaching. Available in English & Marathi. (Rs.275.00)
Magic
School Mat
An animation video film available on CD which communicates
a powerful message about the dismal state of our rural
schools and the responsibility of Village Education Committee
(VEC) members and community groups to improve the situation.
Available in English, Marathi & Hindi. (Rs.150.00)
Planning and Designing New Rural Primary Schools and Classrooms
This film on CD promotes understanding of the major planning and design issues among all those who may be concerned with, or directly involved in, the building of new primary schools and classroom. Available in English. (Rs.275.00)
Improving Rural Primary School Facilities
This film on CD explores various issues in the provision and design of indoor and outdoor school facilities, and provides specific suggestions on how to improve them in existing rural primary schools. Available in English. (Rs.275.00)
If you would like
to order any of these materials, please email clr@vsnl.com
. Prices mentioned here
are valid only for Indian editions, and for purchases
in India. All prices are subject to change without notice.
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