National Curriculum Framework, 2005: It is a document that seeks to provide a framework within which teachers and schools can choose and plan experiences that they think children should have. It addresses four issues such as educational purpose, educational experience, organization of experience, and assessing the learner.The syllabus of EVS based on the NCF 2005 is designed to provide an integrated perspective that draws upon insights from sciences, social sciences, and environmental education. It is important to be acquainted with the organization of the syllabus in order to better understand and use the textbooks.Environmental Studies at the primary stage is perceived as an approach to learning of the environment in its totality without being burdened by any disciplinary consideration.?Important PointsThe thematic approach in the syllabus:- A childs understanding of environment begins with us (and our inner-self) and grows in an ever-expanding series of concentric circles to include family, neighborhood, school, community.The thematic structuring of the content is visualized to help the child locate himself/ herself in a larger context “ as part of a community, the country, etc.This thematic organization also brings in a concept of the mutual dependence of self with others and natural environment, providing the child with a holistic perspective of the environment and the Planet Earth which we share with all other living organisms that are plants, animals and micro-organisms, interdependent and interrelatedness of all living things and life support systems.A significant feature of the syllabus is that it is integrated in nature. It proposes themes that allow for a connected and inter-related understanding of different aspects of the different environments “ natural and socio-cultural to develop.The EVS syllabus for classes (III-V) as per NCF 2005 is woven around six common themes:-These themes provide an opportunity for introducing aspects of science, social science, and environmental education.Family and Friends: Its sub-themes are:RelationshipsWork and PlanAnimalsPlantsFoodShelterWaterTravelThings we make and doThe content of the themes is derived from the childs own experiences rather than a prescriptive body of knowledge or subject.These are presented based on the way a child encounters these in daily life. Starting with these personal experiences the child easily œconnects and builds links with theoretical knowledge.Thus, it is concluded that Family & Friends, Food, Water, and Travel correctly represent four of the six themes suggested in the EVS syllabus as prescribed by NCF 2005.