Chapter 12: Chandrayaan
Chapter Introduction
“Chandrayaan” is an inspiring story about a curious girl named Rani. She loves asking questions about the sky, the Sun, and the Moon. One day, she learns that India has successfully landed Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon. This makes her very excited and eager to know more.
Through a visit to a scientist, Nandini Aunty, Rani learns how rockets travel to space and what the word “Chandrayaan” means. The story fills children with pride and encourages them to dream big.
Detailed Notes (Explanation)
There was a girl named Rani who lived in a village. She was very curious and always asked many questions like, “Why is the sky blue?” and “Where does the Sun go at night?”
One evening, she heard her mother singing a song about the Moon. Rani asked her mother how far the Moon was. Her mother told her that the Moon is very far in the sky.
The next morning, Rani’s elder brother Pratik shouted excitedly while watching TV. He said, “Look Rani, India is on the Moon!” Rani saw pictures of machines on the Moon and heard people talking about Chandrayaan landing.
Rani wanted to know how Chandrayaan reached the Moon. Pratik suggested that they visit his friend Vivaan’s mother, Nandini Aunty, who was a scientist.
At Vivaan’s house, Rani saw many models and photographs of rockets. Nandini Aunty welcomed them warmly and offered sharbat.
Rani asked her questions. Nandini Aunty explained that a rocket is used to reach the Moon.
She also explained the meaning of the word “Chandrayaan”:
Chandra means Moon.
Yaan means vehicle.
She told them that on 23 August 2023, India became the first country to land on the far side of the Moon.
Rani was very happy and asked if she could go to the Moon one day. Nandini Aunty smiled and said, “Maybe, one day.”
This story teaches us to be curious, proud of our country, and dream big.
Message of the Chapter:
We should be curious and ask questions.
Science helps us explore space.
India has achieved great success.
We should dream big and work hard.
Word Meanings
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Curious | Eager to know or learn |
| Confused | Not understanding clearly |
| Scientist | A person who studies science |
| Rocket | A vehicle that travels into space |
| Machines | Tools or devices used for work |
| Excitement | A feeling of great happiness |
Question & Answers
1. Why was Rani called curious?
Rani was curious because she asked many questions about the sky, the Sun, and the Moon.2. What did Pratik say in excitement?
He said, “Look Rani, India is on the Moon!”3. Who was Nandini Aunty?
Nandini Aunty was a scientist and Vivaan’s mother.4. What vehicle is used to go to the Moon?
A rocket is used to go to the Moon.5. What does the word ‘Chandra’ mean?
‘Chandra’ means Moon.6. What does the word ‘Yaan’ mean?
‘Yaan’ means vehicle.7. When did Chandrayaan-3 land on the Moon?
Chandrayaan-3 landed on the Moon on 23 August 2023.8. What did Rani see at Vivaan’s house?
She saw models and photographs of rockets.9. Why was Rani confused at first?
She was confused because she did not understand how India reached the Moon.10. How did Rani feel after learning about Chandrayaan?
She felt proud and excited.11. What did Rani ask at the end?
She asked if she could go to the Moon one day.12. What quality of Rani do you like the most?
I like her curiosity and eagerness to learn.13. Why are scientists important?
Scientists help us discover new things and explore space.14. How can you become a scientist?
By studying hard, asking questions, and learning science.15. What lesson do we learn from this story?
We learn to be curious, proud of our country, and dream big.