HOLIDAY HOMEWORK: GRADES V, VI, VII
English - Dialogue Writing and Video Recording
Objective:
To help students improve their spoken English and dialogue-writing skills through a creative
and interactive task.
Task Instructions:
1. Dialogue Writing:
o Imagine your uncle has come to visit you during the holidays.
o Write three short conversations (dialogues) between you and your uncle on
the following topics:
Introduction – (Write 5–6 dialogues)
Hobbies – (Write 5–6 dialogues)
Aim in Life – (Write 5–6 dialogues)
o Each topic should have a separate set of dialogues.
o Focus on correct grammar, sentence structure and punctuation.
2. Video Recording:
o Record a short video (1–2 minutes) where you act out the dialogues.
o You may ask a family member to act as your uncle or play both parts yourself.
o Make sure your speech is clear, expressive, and confident.
Submission Guidelines: Submit the video recording through WhatsApp.
Tips for Students:
Practice reading the dialogues aloud before recording.
Use simple and clear language.
Try to express emotions naturally during your performance.
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Hindi / Telugu – Speech Writing and Video Recording
Objective:
To enhance students’ spoken and written expression in their mother tongue by preparing a
heartfelt and meaningful speech. This task helps in building confidence, vocabulary, and
public speaking skills.
Task Instructions:
1. Speech Writing:
o Write a short speech of 50–80 words in Hindi or Telugu.
o The speech should be on your friend's birthday.
o Mention your friend's good qualities, such as:
o The speech should be positive, respectful and friendly.
2. Video Recording:
o Record a short video of yourself delivering the speech.
o Speak clearly, confidently with proper pronunciation.
o Use expressions and gestures to make your speech engaging.
o Make sure the background is quiet and tidy.
Submission Guidelines:
Submission Guidelines: Submit the video recording through WhatsApp.
Tips for a Good Speech:
Start with a greeting:
Smile and be natural.
Speak slowly and clearly.
End politely
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Science - Observing the Germination of Seeds at Home
Objective:
To observe and understand how seeds grow into plants through the process of germination.
This activity will help students learn about seed structure, growth conditions and plant
development.
Instructions:
1. Choose any one type of seed – kidney beans, green gram, or chickpeas.
2. Soak the seeds overnight in a bowl of water.
3. The next day, divide the soaked seeds into two groups:
o Place some seeds on moist cotton or tissue paper in a small plate or
container.
o Plant the rest in soil (in small pots or cups).
4. Water lightly every day and keep both setups in a well-lit area (avoid direct strong
sunlight).
5. Observe the seeds daily for 7–10 days and note any visible changes (e.g., sprouting,
root/shoot growth).
6. Click pictures of each stage.
7. On an A4-size sheet, draw neat, coloured diagrams showing the different stages of
germination (minimum 3–5 stages).
8. Label the parts of the seed/plant in your drawings:
o Seed coat
o Root (Radicle)
o Shoot (Plumule)
o Cotyledons (seed leaves)
What to Submit:
Pictures clicked for each stage (Post on WhatsApp)
A4-size sheet with labelled diagrams of the germination stages (coloured and neat).
A few lines (4–6 sentences) or a small table describing your observations:
o Which seeds sprouted faster?
o What was the difference between seeds in cotton and soil?
Tips:
Keep the cotton/tissue moist (not soaking wet).
Observe daily and note any changes you see — tiny roots, shoots, leaves, etc.
Use clear labels and colours in your diagrams.
Be gentle when handling the sprouted seeds.
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Mathematics: Monthly Bill Analysis – Real Life Math with Numbers!
Objective:
To apply mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction and average calculation
using real-life data, and to develop skills in data interpretation.
Instructions:
1. Collect any one kind of bill (Electricity / Water / Grocery / Internet) from your home
for 5 different months.
2. On an A4 sheet, create a table with the following columns:
Table Format (Common for All Bill Types):
| Month | Units / Items Purchased | Amount Spent (Rs.) | Avg. Price per Unit/Item (Rs.) |
Increase/Decrease (Rs.) | Cumulative Total (Rs.) |
Steps to Follow:
1. Month – Write the billing month (e.g., January, February…).
2. Units / Items Purchased –
o For electricity/water: write the number of units consumed (as shown in the
bill).
o For grocery bills: count the number of items purchased (e.g., rice, milk, bread
= 3 items).
3. Amount Spent (Rs.) – Write the total bill amount.
4. Average Price per Unit/Item –
Divide amount spent by number of units/items.
Example:
Amount ÷ Units/Items = Avg. Price per Unit/Item
5. Increase/Decrease (Rs.) –
Subtract the previous month’s amount from the current month’s.
Use + for increase, – for decrease.
Cumulative Total (Rs.) –
Keep adding each month’s amount to the total from the previous months.
Example Table 1: Utility Bill (Electricity)
Units Amount Spent Increase/Decrease Cumulative Total
Month
Consumed (Rs.) (Rs.) (Rs.)
January 120 units 520 — 520
February 130 units 560 +40 1,080
March 125 units 540 –20 1,620
April 140 units 600 +60 2,220
May 138 units 580 –20 2,800
Example Table 2: Grocery Bill
Items Amount Spent Increase/Decrease Cumulative Total
Month
Purchased (Rs.) (Rs.) (Rs.)
January 15 items 1,800 — 1,800
February 18 items 2,160 +360 3,960
March 14 items 1,680 –480 5,640
April 20 items 2,400 +720 8,040
May 16 items 1,920 –480 9,960
Calculations to Show Separately:
(Write Below the Table):
What is the total amount spent over the 5 months?
How many total units/items were purchased/used in 5 months?
Which month had the highest bill?
Which month had the lowest bill?
In which month was the biggest increase or decrease in spending?
What to Submit:
One neatly drawn table on A4 paper
All calculations shown clearly
Answers to the 5 questions above
A few sentences explaining:
- What patterns you observed
- What might have caused the changes (e.g., more usage, special purchases)
(Additional) Graphical Representation (For Grade 7):
Create a bar graph on graph paper or A4 sheet to visually represent one of the following:
Monthly amounts spent, OR
Units/items consumed per month
Make sure to:
Label the x-axis (Months) and y-axis (Amounts or Units/Items)
Use a scale and neat bars
Give your graph a title
Use colours to make it clear and readable
Tips:
Choose one type of bill and collect 5 monthly bills.
Fill the table neatly with correct data.
Label all units or items clearly (e.g., 120 units, 15 items).
Show all calculations.
Write answers to the questions in full sentences.
Use a ruler to draw tables and graphs.
Grade 7: Label axes and title properly.
Double-check your work before submission.