Thinkbooks · CBSE · Classes 3–10

Teach Science like a Scientist.
Teach Math like a Mathematician.

Thinkbooks mapped for the CBSE curriculum, for classes 3–10.

Thinking Classroom — teacher asking a student, 'If aliens look at us from space, will they see a dinosaur?'
02 · The idea

Designed to make children think deeply.

Thinking Classroom transforms Science and Maths lessons into rich learning experiences through powerful questions that spark thinking. Students question, discuss, reason and discover concepts for themselves — building deep understanding that stays for life.

Question 1

How can conserving tigers help us achieve net-zero emissions?

Question 2

What's wrong with the Moon in this Lion King scene?

Question 3

"A plant stands on soil, but it is made of air." What does this mean?

Question 4

Why do animals with long legs jump farther?

01
Think

Powerful questions encourage every student to reason.

02
Discuss

Meaningful conversations become part of every lesson.

03
Reason

Every answer is supported by thinking, not memorisation.

04
Understand

Concepts stay with students long after the lesson ends.

03 · The difference

Two classrooms.
Two very different learning experiences.

Both classrooms cover the same syllabus. The difference lies in how students learn.

When teaching is about giving answers…

  • Listening
  • Remembering
  • One answer
  • Teacher-led

When learning begins with questions…

  • Thinking
  • Understanding
  • Multiple perspectives
  • Student-driven
Comparison of two classrooms — one with bored students, one engaged in discussion
04 · Sample questions

Some questions from Thinking Classroom.

1

What in a pencil is made of cells?

2

Three beakers of the same size are filled with different amounts of water. In which beaker is the rate of evaporation the highest?

3

A cold compress is used to reduce pain and swelling. What should be placed in the bag for effective cooling? Explain.

4

Three tumblers are filled with water at different temperatures. From which glass do you think water vapours are coming out?

5

Which is common in nature — flowers with 10 petals or 13 petals?

6

How was dust created on the Moon in the absence of air and water?

Sample Thinkbook questions with illustrations
05 · The Thinkbook

Everything teachers need to make every lesson a thinking lesson.

Thoughtfully designed workbooks that integrate seamlessly into everyday classroom teaching.

Thinkbook Student Edition 2026-27 — Class 4 Maths and Class 5 Science workbooks

Thought-provoking questions

Carefully crafted questions that spark curiosity and encourage deep thinking.

Concept-focus approach

Builds strong conceptual understanding in Science and Maths.

Mapped to CBSE Curriculum

Fully aligned with the latest CBSE syllabus and learning outcomes.

Encourages discussion and reasoning

Promotes classroom conversations and helps students reason better.

Space for thinking and writing

Well-designed layouts with ample room for students to think, write and express.

Ready-to-use in classrooms

Designed for easy implementation with no extra preparation.

Powerful questions. Deeper thinking. Stronger understanding.

06 · How it works

Implementing Thinking Classroom is simple.

From onboarding to classroom implementation, we partner with your school at every step.

School Onboarding
01
School Onboarding

We understand your school's needs and create an implementation plan that fits your academic calendar.

Teacher Orientation
02
Teacher Orientation

Teachers are introduced to the Thinking Classroom approach, facilitation techniques and classroom practices.

Classroom Implementation
03
Classroom Implementation

Students begin using Thinkbooks as part of their regular Science and Mathematics lessons.

Continuous Support
04
Continuous Support

Regular guidance, teacher support and feedback ensure successful long-term implementation.

No change in syllabus. No extra teaching periods.
Just a better way to learn.

07 · What's next

What's next for Thinking Classroom.

Building the next generation of classroom resources designed for deeper thinking.

Introducing

Computational Thinking Workbook

Great news! Computational Thinking will be a part of next year's Math Thinkbook — helping students develop logical reasoning, algorithmic thinking, pattern recognition and problem-solving through engaging classroom experiences.

Grades 3–8
Introducing

Thinking Classroom Science Textbooks

Curriculum-aligned Science textbooks designed to combine conceptual understanding with the Thinking Classroom pedagogy.

Grades 3–5

New resources. Same mission. Empowering classrooms to think deeper.

08 · In classrooms

How Thinking Classrooms look every day.

Discussion
Discussion
Questioning
Questioning
Student Voice
Student Voice
Active Learning
Active Learning
09 · Trusted

Trusted by 300+ schools across India.

Pushpalata Pooranan
Pushpalata Schools, Tirunelveli
Manju Verma
DPS KPV, Gr. Noida
Dr. Amrita Vohra
GEMS International School, Gurgaon
Manju Balasubramaniam
DPS, North Bangalore
Jyoti Arora
Mount Abu Public School, Delhi
Neelanjana Chakravarty
Happy Child High School
Ashwini Kulkarni
City Pride School, Pune
Aditi Misra
DPS Gurgaon Sector 45
Abhay Ghosh
Shanti Asiatic School, Bopal
Dr. Sumalini B Swamy
Silicon City Academy
Mr. Sarvesh Srinivasan
GEAR Innovative International School, Bangalore
Ranjna Jargra
BK Birla Public School, Kalyan
Monika Sharma
Shalom Presidency School, Gurugram
Rekha Kapoor
DPS Sushant Lok
BS Yadav
Director, DPS Jodhpur
Nirmal Dargar
Maheshwari Group, Jaipur
Mrs. Hamsa Priya
Academic Director, Mahatma Montessori School
Mrs. Tejashwini Sankeshwar
Principal, Shiishya BEML Public School
Dr. Shanta Jayakumar
Correspondent, Geede Public School
Mr. D. Senthil Kumar
Principal, TI School
Manisha Joshi
Mother Mary School, Mayur Vihar
Kavita Mathur
Director, DPS Rewari, Pataudi & Bhiwadi
Minakshi Kushwaha
Birla Vidyaniketan, Delhi
Manisha Johri
Sanskriti, Ajmer
Urvashi Warman
Palace School, Jaipur
Vaidehi Singh
Maharaja Sawai Bhawani Singh School, Jaipur
Ms. Mary Shanti Priya
Principal, Vista School
Mrs. Poonam Syal
Principal, Camford International School
Dr. Revathy Parameswaran
PS Senior Secondary School, Chennai
Br. M. Humayun Kabir
Principal, Unity Public School
Ms. Sheela P
Principal, Vedavalli Vidyalaya
Ms. Uma Narasimamurthy
Principal, The Study L'École Internationale

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