Class 7 · Physical Education and Well Being · New NCERT
Chapter 1: Foundational Basis of Physical Education and Well-being
"Foundational Basis of Physical Education and Well-being" is Unit 1 of Khel Yatra for Grade 7, running from about page 8 to page 27 after an opening section on warm-up and cool-down. The preface says students explore the connection between physical education and well-being and its effect on personal and social behaviour, through games and discussions, and learn how physical activity adds to enjoyment and success. The contents list six activities, from The Ball Progression Game and traditional games such as Ghorpadiche Shepoot to a skit on harassment prevention. The unit also covers safety measures to reduce injuries.
This is chapter 1 of 6 in Khel Yatra, the Class 7 Physical Education and Well Being textbook, in Unit 1, Foundational Basis of Physical Education and Well-being, and begins on page 8 of the printed 2026-27 book. It is the opening chapter and is followed by "Physical and Motor Fitness".
The goals in "Foundational Basis of Physical Education and Well-being" go beyond physical skill. The book links movement with socio-emotional learning: encouraging classmates, accepting mistakes, sharing equipment and handling both success and disappointment gracefully. Teachers are advised to give enough time at the end of the session for circle time, where children describe their experience and listen to others. Variations of each activity keep it interesting and allow adaptation to local space, weather and resources.
Try a short family session based on "Foundational Basis of Physical Education and Well-being". Let the child lead, explain the rules and show the movements. This turns learning into shared fun, and builds regular physical activity into the family routine.
This overview is written from the 2026-27 textbook's Contents page, its preface and the chapter title, to help families and teachers prepare. Please read the chapter itself for exact content, activities and exercises.
Topics covered
- The Ball Progression Game
- Ghorpadiche Shepoot
- Nalugu Rallu Ata
- Gidhada Gudkavan
- Stand Up, Speak Out
- Harassment Prevention Skit