DAWN
Bright Beginnings, Brighter Futures
Rhymes and Stories
Level A
DAWN
Level A Rhymes and Stories
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Acknowledgements
Academic Authors: Sneha Sharma, Chandni Bhargava, Bhawna Bisht
Design & Production: Amisha Gupta, Bhavna Tripathi, Satish, Mangal Singh Rana, Vishesh Agarwal
Project Lead: Sneha Sharma
VP, Learning: Abhishek Bhatnagar
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Second edition 2026
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WPreface
elcome to DAWN, our comprehensive series for Early Childhood Education, meticulously crafted to align with the guidelines of the Foundational Stage as outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for the Foundational Stage (NCF-FS) 2022
DAWN offers a rich blend of interactive and activity-based content to support each child’s physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual growth. Our approach ensures that learning is enjoyable and meaningful, and caters to every child’s interests and abilities.
Inspired by the Panchakosha Framework, DAWN offers a thoughtfully curated curriculum designed to nurture each child’s physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual growth, and create engaging and meaningful learning experiences for all children and cultivate a lifelong love for learning.
1. Physical Development
Through movement-based activities, action rhymes, gross and fine motor skill, exercises, yoga and simple meditation practices, children enhance their coordination, balance and self-regulation.
2. Social and Emotional Growth
Discussions, role-plays, games, storytelling and collaborative activities encourage empathy, cooperation, self-expression and social awareness.
3. Intellectual Growth
A structured, age-appropriate progression from concrete to abstract concepts builds strong problem-solving, logical thinking and cognitive skills.
4. Spiritual and Moral Development
Stories, rhymes and reflective discussions teach values such as kindness and honesty. Yoga and meditation help children stay calm, focused and happy.
5. Sensory and Experiential Learning
Activities in art and craft, STEM-based explorations, interactive games and fun activities ensure hands-on engagement, creativity and imaginative thinking.
The DAWN curriculum is not merely a series of lessons, but a journey of discovery, growth and joy. The package comes with digital content, provided free of cost, to ensure a seamless and holistic learning experience for children. By providing a nurturing and stimulating environment, DAWN lays the foundation for future success—preparing children not just for school, but for life.
Thank you for embarking on this educational journey with us. Together, we can make the DAWN of early childhood education a bright and promising start for every child.
PANCHAKOSHA IN DAWN
The table below helps us understand how the Panchakosha elements have been incorporated into the DAWN Curriculum:
Physical Development
Social and Emotional Growth
Intellectual Growth
Spiritual and Moral Development
Sensory and Experiential Learning
KEY NEP RECOMMENDATIONS
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 represents a transformative shift in the country’s education system. It aims to establish a more holistic, dynamic and multidisciplinary approach to learning. NEP 2020 emphasises the development of conceptual understanding, skills, values and competencies aligned with the demands of the 21st century, while also honouring India’s rich cultural heritage.
UOLO is fully committed to realising the vision of NEP 2020 by meticulously following its recommendations. Below is the list of icons that are spread across the books to showcase DAWN’s adherance to the values rooted in the NEP and NCF.
PRODUCT PACKAGE AT A GLANCE
DAWN is an activity-based learning programme covering all areas of Early Childhood Education. It includes textbooks in English, Maths, General Awareness, STEM, Art and Craft, Pre-writing and Rhymes & Stories, along with lesson plans and resources to support teachers. Digital tools like animated videos, phonics songs and interactive exercises further enrich classroom learning.
Assessments ASSESSMENT BOOKLET
KEY FEATURES OF THE BOOK
Theme-based and Age Appropriate
This book brings together delightful rhymes and simple stories that open the world of language to young children. The rhymes and stories are carefully selected around familiar themes such as family, animals, seasons, nature, food and more to connect with the child’s everyday world.
Oral Language Development
The texts build vocabulary, listening skills, and expression through repetition, rhyme and storytelling. The Let’s Talk section encourages children to listen, retell, ask questions and express their ideas. Teacher Tip provides guidance to make real-life connections and add fun element to enhance learners' experience.
TEACHER TIP
Talk about the uses of water.
Let's Talk
1. What does Arushi make?
2. Why is Arushi sad?
3. Does Rohan give Arushi a gift?
Talking Books
Each rhyme and story comes alive through engaging video animations—just scan the QR code to watch and enjoy! A perfect blend of learning and fun, whether in the classroom or at home.
Socio Emotional Learning
Social and emotional learning is thoughtfully woven into the book to nurture the heart along with the mind. Special SEL icons and questions highlight opportunities to build empathy, self-awareness, friendship, responsibility and emotional expression. Other icons throughout the book reflect strong alignment with the NEP and NCF, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience.
Do you share your toys with your friends?
Is it good to eat outside food every day?
Spotlight Rhymes for Stage Fun
Specially selected Spotlight Rhymes are designed for performances, assemblies and class showcases—encouraging confidence, expression and joyful participation on stage
Moving My Body
I have hands, I have feet, I can clap, I can beat. I can jump, I can run, Moving my body is so much fun!
TEACHER
TIP
Have children clap their hands and jump up and down as they sing.
How do you feel when you jump or dance?
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!
Up above the world so high, Like a diamond in the sky.
TEACHER TIP
Have children raise their hands and gently open and close their fingers to “twinkle” like stars while singing.
Toy Time Fun
Sing the rhyme slowly to help the children follow along easily. Games
TEACHER TIP
Toys are fun, come and see, Blocks and cars And a cute teddy! Dolls that laugh, Trucks that zoom, Let’s play together in my room!
Do you share your toys with your friends?
This is Me
Bob loves bears. Bob wants to be a bear.
He tries to growl.
Grrrrl! Grrrr!
TEACHER TIP
Explore different animals and the sounds they make, such as “bow-wow” for dogs and “meow” for cats.
Bob tries to stomp like a bear.
Bob looks in the mirror. He is sad. He does not look like a bear.
When do you feel sad?
Mummy brings an ice cream for Bob.
Bob eats the ice cream. He is happy.
Let's Talk
1. What does Bob want to be?
2. How does Bob feel when he looks in the mirror?
3. Who brings Bob an ice cream?
I am happy I am not a bear. Bears do not eat ice cream!
I Hear Thunder
I hear thunder, I hear thunder.
O don’t you?
O don’t you?
Pitter patter raindrops.
Pitter patter raindrops.
I’m wet through, But so are you!
TEACHER TIP
Gently tap your fingers on the table or board to mimic the sound of rain.
Is it okay to get wet in the rain? Why or why not?
learning
Pat-a-Cake
Pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake, baker’s man.
Bake me a cake as fast as you can. Roll it and pat it and mark it with T,
And bake it in the oven for the teacher and me.
TEACHER TIP
Pretend to bake by using hand actions like mixing, rolling, and patting.
If you have a piece of cake, will you share it with your friends?
Pikku’s Birthday
It is Pikku’s birthday. Mummy and Papa are in the drawing room. They give him gifts.
Happy birthday, Pikku!
Here is your jar of honey.
Happy birthday, Pikku! Here is your bicycle.
The bell rings. Ding dong! Pikku’s friends are outside. They are here for the party.
Hello! Please come in.
TEACHER TIP
Teach children about using polite words like “please”, “thank you” and so on.
Happy birthday, Pikku!
Mummy and Papa are in the kitchen. They bake Pikku’s birthday cake. Pikku and his friends are in the drawing room. They watch a magician. They clap with joy at his magic tricks.
Mummy and Papa bring the cake. They put it on the dining table. Pikku cuts the cake. Everyone sings, “Happy birthday to you!”
Pikku and his friends eat a tasty lunch. They are happy and the party was fun!
Let's Talk
1. What gifts does Pikku get from Mummy and Papa?
2. Where do Mummy and Papa put the cake?
3. Who cuts the cake?
What gift will you give your friend for their birthday?
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear
Teddy bear, teddy bear, turn around!
Teddy bear, teddy bear, touch the ground!
Teddy bear, teddy bear, jump up high!
Teddy bear, teddy bear, touch the sky!
Teddy bear, teddy bear, bend down low!
Teddy bear, teddy bear, touch your toes!
Teddy bear, teddy bear, turn out the light!
Teddy bear, teddy bear, say good night!
TEACHER TIP
Stand in front and say, 'Do as I do.'
Let children copy you.
What will you say if your friend asks to play with your teddy bear?
Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes
Head, shoulders, knees and toes, Knees and toes.
Head, shoulders, knees and toes, Knees and toes.
And eyes, and ears, and mouth, and nose,
Head, shoulders, knees and toes, Knees and toes!
TEACHER TIP
Have the children sing along and touch each body part as they say it in the rhyme.
Which part of your body helps you see?
Bittoo’s Balloons
Bittoo wakes up. He brushes his teeth and gets ready.
Bittoo loves water balloons. He goes outside and plays with a water balloon.
He throws the balloon up in the air. It falls and bursts. Bittoo is sad.
TEACHER TIP
Talk about the uses of water and how we can save it.
Mummy cannot see Bittoo sad. She gets a balloon and fills it with air. She gives the balloon to Bittoo.
If your friend feels sad, how can you help them feel happy?
Together, they fill more balloons with air. Bittoo and mummy fly a nice bunch of colourful balloons.
Let's Talk
1. What does Bittoo do after he wakes up?
2. What happens to the water balloon?
3. How does Mummy help Bittoo?
Cobbler, Cobbler
Cobbler, cobbler, mend my shoe, Get it done by half past two. Stitch it up and stitch it right, So I can wear it day and night.
TEACHER TIP
Let children gently tap their shoes as they sing the rhyme.
How can you take care of your shoes?
Holistic Learning
Two Little Birds
Two little birds Sitting in a nest. One flew away She didn’t want to rest.
One little bird Alone in the nest. Played with a squirrel Who came as a guest.
TEACHER TIP
Ask the children to move around the classroom, flap their hands like wings and sing like little birds.
Chintu and Mintu
It is the rainy season. Two frogs, Chintu and Mintu are playing near a pond.
Here I come.
Catch me if you can!
TEACHER TIP
Talk to the children about different seasons.
Chintu and Mintu feel drops of rain. Tip! Tap!
Mintu, can you feel the raindrops?
Yes! Let us hide under the leaves.
The rain falls fast. Pitter, patter! Pitter, patter! Chintu and Mintu use leaf umbrellas. They sing in the rain.
Reaching the ground to say a warm ‘Hi’! Pitter, patter raindrops falling from the sky!
Chintu and Mintu love to sing in the rain. What do you like to do when it rains?
The rain stops. The sun comes out again from behind the clouds. There is a rainbow across the sky. It is beautiful!
Look at that rainbow!
Chintu and Mintu sing in joy.
Rainbow, rainbow in the sky, Come to meet us, do not be shy!
Let's Talk
1. Who are Chintu and Mintu?
2. Do they love singing? Why do you think so?
3. What appears in the sky after the rain stops and the sun comes out?
A Plant
A plant has roots.
A plant has a stem.
A plant has leaves that grow.
A plant has flowers.
A plant has fruit.
And that is all I know!
TEACHER TIP
Pretend to be a tiny seed. Then slowly stretch up like a growing plant. Invite the children to do it with you.
If You're Happy and You Know It
If you’re happy and you know it, Clap your hands. Clap! Clap!
If you’re happy and you know it, Clap your hands. Clap! Clap!
If you’re happy and you know it, Then your face will surely show it.
If you’re happy and you know it, Clap your hands. Clap! Clap!
TEACHER TIP
Do each clapping action twice.
What do you do when you feel happy?
See Me at School
See me pray, see me run.
School is fun, with everyone. See me talk, see me play.
My teachers say, ‘Have a good day!’
See me read, see me write.
See my drawing, neat and bright!
TEACHER TIP
Ask the children how they would make a new friend feel welcome in the class.
Who do you like to play with at school? Why?
Paddy’s Tummy Ache
Paddy loves cheese. He eats cheese for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
One day, Paddy wakes up with a tummy ache. He feels sick and sad.
He starts crying. Mummy comes in and hugs Paddy.
Is it good to eat outside food every day?
‘Oh Paddy! Do not cry! Tell me what happened?’
My
tummy hurts, Mummy.
Mummy says, ‘Too much cheese is not good.’ She tells Paddy about the importance of eating all kinds of food.
From tomorrow, we will also eat other kinds of food, like rice, chapati, dal and vegetables. And cheese too!
TEACHER TIP
Discuss the benefits of eating different kinds of healthy foods.
Now, Paddy has a full plate of food. He eats everything. He eats one small slice of cheese too!
Let's Talk
1. What does Paddy eat for all his meals?
2. What happens to Paddy when he wakes up one day?
3. What advice does Mummy give?
Life Skills
Bits of Paper
Bits of paper, Bits of paper, Lying on the floor, Lying on the floor.
Make the place untidy, Make the place untidy, Pick them up, Throw them in the bin! Pick them up, Throw them in the bin!
TEACHER TIP
Use hand movements to pretend picking up bits of paper from the floor and throwing them into the bin.
What should we do if we see garbage on the floor?
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Healthy Food
Healthy food is good for me, I eat it very happily. I eat it every single day, It keeps me fit in every way.
Fruit and vegetables, I love to eat. They are my favourite, Healthy treat!
TEACHER TIP
Rub your tummy and say ‘tasty’ every time you name a healthy food!
What will you choose if you are hungry—an apple or chips? Why?
People Who Help Us
Adi needs a haircut.
I need a haircut.
TEACHER TIP
Talk about helpers such as police and shopkeepers and what they do.
Adi goes to a tailor.
I am a tailor. I do not cut hair. I stitch clothes.
Adi goes to a cobbler.
I am a cobbler. I do not cut hair. I mend shoes.
Adi goes to a doctor.
I am a doctor. I do not cut hair. I treat people who are ill.
TEACHER TIP
Let the children take on roles and act out the story.
Adi goes to a barber. Come, sit on this chair. I will cut your hair.
Adi is happy now. He finally went to the right person.
Let's Talk
1. What does Adi need?
2. What does the tailor do?
3. Who does Adi meet after the cobbler?
Who should you go to if you want to buy an ice cream?
Ten Little Candies
One little candy, sweet and new, Two for me and one for you.
Three and four, roll on the floor,
Five and six, we want more!
Seven, eight, what a treat,
Nine and ten—oh, so sweet!
TEACHER TIP
Let the children create paper candies to hold and wave while singing the rhyme.
Ocean Friends
The ocean is blue, deep and wide, Many sea animals swim inside.
Fish go swish, and whales go whoo, Jellyfish float, and dolphins too!
TEACHER TIP
Hop like a dolphin jumping from the water.
Raksha Bandhan
It is Raksha Bandhan. Arushi makes a rakhi for her brother, Rohan.
She ties the rakhi on Rohan’s wrist.
TEACHER TIP
Ask children about their favourite festival.
Arushi waits for Rohan to give her a gift.
What gift? I do not have any gift for you.
Where is my gift?
Arushi is sad. She sits in a corner. Rohan comes from behind with a gift.
What gift would you like to give your brother or sister?
Rohan gives the gift to Arushi. She jumps with joy. She thanks Rohan.
Thank you so much! I have a gift for you too. Guess what it is!
Let's Talk
1. What does Arushi make?
2. Why is Arushi sad?
3. Does Rohan give Arushi a gift?
Let's Travel
TEACHER TIP
Say the word ‘aeroplane’ and show how it flies using your arms.
I can fly in a plane. I can ride in a train. In a boat, I can row. I can go, go, go! I can go near and far In a bus or a car. I can go anywhere. Without any fear!
Do you like holidays? Where do you want to go?
The Traffic Lights
Red, green, yellow traffic light
Follow it, day and night.
Red says STOP, Green says GO, Yellow says GO SLOW.
Red, green, yellow traffic light
Follow it, day and night.
TEACHER TIP
Children can march in place when you say ‘green’ and stop when you say ‘red'.
If you see a red traffic light, will you stop or go?
Grandma’s Lost Phone
Aman is watching a cartoon on TV. Grandma comes to the door.
Aman, can you please help me find my phone?
They look for the phone everywhere—behind the TV, beside the oven, inside the mixer, under the washing machine.
TEACHER TIP
Talk about different gadgets we use at home.
Grandma, I cannot find it anywhere.
Tired, they both sit on the sofa. Their dog, Ruff, is sleeping there too.
There is a buzzing sound. It is the phone! But where is it? Oh, it is under Ruff!
buzz buzz
They laugh. Ruff wags his tail.
Let's Talk
1. What has Grandma lost?
2. Where does Aman look for the phone?
3. Where do they find the phone?
About the Book
DAWN is a comprehensive, NCF 2022-based Early Childhood Education program that lays a solid foundation for lifelong well-being and holistic growth, encompassing physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development.
Designed to inspire love for reading and build listening comprehension skills, this coursebook exposes learners to a range of engaging rhymes and captivating stories.
Key Features
Additional Resources
• Sticker Sheets
• TLM and Flashcards
• Charts and Posters
• Assessment Sheets
• Holistic Progress Card
• Teacher's Manual
• Digital Resources
• Play-based learning activities, which promote holistic development of the child in all ECE domains
• School readiness, which is assured in the curriculum and learning design
• All-round development, in areas of physical, cognitive, cultural and socio-emotional domains
• Teacher assets, like assessment tools and lesson plans to help maximise program quality and outcomes
About Uolo
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