The EVS class 5 NCERT book — Our Wondrous World — is the last EVS year before the subject splits into separate Science and Social Science books in Class 6; this class 5 evs book ncert covers every chapter below.
What’s in the Class 5 EVS NCERT Book (2026-27 Edition)
Chapters like Super Senses and From Tasting to Digesting lean toward what becomes Science next year, while Walls Tell Stories and Sunita in Space lean toward Social Science and general-knowledge themes — the book deliberately blends both, including practical chapters like Every Drop Counts and Experiments with Water.
Study Tip
Notice which chapters feel more like “science” (Super Senses, Blow Hot Blow Cold) versus more like “social studies” (Walls Tell Stories, Whose Forests) — recognising this split now makes the Class 6 transition into two separate subjects much smoother.
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Chapters in This Book
Chapter links on this page were last automatically re-checked against the official NCERT source on August 19, 2026.
All 23 chapters below link directly to the official NCERT source (ncert.nic.in) — nothing is hosted on this site. Click “Read” to open a chapter, or “Download” to save it. You can also open the full book in our chapter-by-chapter reader.
How do I download the Class 5 EVS NCERT Book PDF?
Click any chapter link in the table above, or use the ZIP link to download the entire book at once. Every link points directly to the official NCERT PDF.
Is this download free?
Yes, this book is published free of cost by NCERT, and every link on this page goes straight to NCERT’s own server.
Is this the 2026-27 edition?
Yes, this page reflects the 2026-27 edition of the Class 5 EVS NCERT textbook, Looking Around.
How many chapters does this book have?
This book has 22 chapters plus the front matter/contents section.
Is a Hindi-medium edition available?
Yes, NCERT publishes a Hindi-medium edition of this book (Aas-Paas) on its official textbooks portal alongside the English edition.
Can I read this book offline?
Yes, once downloaded, the chapter PDFs and the ZIP file can be read offline anytime.
Why does this book cover such a wide range of topics?
EVS at the primary level is designed to combine basic science and social studies into one integrated subject, which is why chapters here range from the human body and water to migration and occupations.
What happens to EVS after Class 5?
From Class 6 onward, CBSE splits Environmental Studies into separate Science and Social Science subjects, so the topics in this book branch out into more detailed, subject-specific chapters.
Are the stories in this book based on real people and places?
Many chapters use relatable, story-driven examples — such as the astronaut in ‘Sunita in Space’ or the farmer in ‘A Seed Tells a Farmer’s Story’ — to make abstract concepts more concrete for young learners.
Should parents discuss chapters like migration or displacement with children?
Yes, chapters that touch on sensitive social themes like displacement or gender roles can benefit from a short discussion at home to help children connect the textbook content to real-life understanding.
Can I print the downloaded chapters?
Yes, since these are standard PDF files, you can print any chapter at home or at a local print shop for offline study.
Are these download links official and safe?
Yes, every chapter and ZIP link on this page points directly to ncert.nic.in, the official NCERT website.