Local and Traditional Games (Unit 2: Our Games) celebrates indigenous neighbourhood games played across different states of India that build fitness, teamwork, fairness and togetherness. Students learn the rules and regional names of beloved games starting with Seven Stones (Satolia / Pitthu / Lagori) and play 18 traditional games (OG 1–OG 18) with friends, teachers and family.
What Class 3 Physical Education Chapter 5 Covers
OG 1 (Seven Stones — Satolia / Pitthu / Lagori): Stacking seven flat stones, knocking them down with a ball and rebuilding the pile while dodging throws
Regional Traditional Games (OG 2–OG 18): Tag games, circle games, hopscotch variations, handkerchief games and team chases from across India
Sportsmanship and Inclusivity: Treating teammates and opponents with kindness, honesty and sensitivity
Exercises in Chapter 5
- Our Games OG 1–OG 18 (Pages 45–68): Play Seven Stones and the regional traditional games with classmates and write the local names used in your state.
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FAQ
By what names is the Seven Stones game known in different parts of India?
Seven Stones is known as Satolia, Pitthu, Lagori, Dikori, Ezhu Kallu and Dabba Kali in different regions of India.
What values do local and traditional games teach us besides physical fitness?
They build togetherness, quick decision-making, respect for rules, empathy and kindness towards all players.