With a view to moving students away from a conventional, rote-learning, and exam-centric mindset, four new textbooks will be introduced for two classes at the primary and secondary levels for the 2027 academic year to educate students with life-oriented and skill-based learning experiences.
Developed by the National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB), these books are designed to promote physical and mental development, instill moral values, nurture creative thinking, and enhance practical skills. The new textbooks include "Sports" and "Culture of Bangladesh" for Class IV, and "Learning with Happiness" and "My Technical Education" for Class VI.
According to official sources, the initiative to incorporate these four textbooks into the curriculum aligns with the vision and directives of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to make the education system more joyful, practical, and grounded in moral values. Speaking to BSS, Prime Minister's Adviser for Education and Primary and Mass Education Mahdi Amin said these new textbooks directly reflect the Prime Minister's vision and comprehensive planning to reform the education sector, focusing on human values, social etiquette, and employment opportunities.
NCTB officials confirmed that approximately 1.5 crore copies of these four textbooks will be printed, with final approval expected at the National Curriculum Coordination Committee meeting on October 25. The Class IV "Sports" book introduces fundamental principles of various sports, self-defense techniques like karate and judo, and first-aid instructions. "Culture of Bangladesh" introduces the nation's rich heritage, social customs, and the history of the "Notun Kuri" talent-scouting program. Meanwhile, Class VI's "Learning with Happiness" focuses on a fear-free, enjoyable philosophy beyond conventional exams, and "My Technical Education" aims to foster hands-on learning and a problem-solving mindset for the 21st century.
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