Punjab is preparing to change the way young students learn in primary schools, with activity-based textbooks planned for Grades 1 to 5 from the 2027 academic session.
The new approach is being developed around the revised curriculum and is intended to give children more chances to learn through activities, classroom exercises and practical examples instead of relying mainly on memorisation.
Officials of the Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board (PECTA) said preparation of the new textbooks is already underway.
New Books Will Focus on Practical Learning
The restructured books will also contain exercises which should encourage students to participate in learning, instead of reading and memorizing information.
The concept is that topics in class are made more accessible to young learners by relating them to activities and situations they may encounter in everyday life.
Rather than learning for exams, students will be encouraged to learn about the concept and how it can be applied.
Creativity and Critical Thinking to Get More Attention
According to officials, the new system is also intended to reduce dependence on rote learning at the primary level.
Greater attention will be given to creativity, critical thinking and practical skills. The aim is to help children develop these abilities from an early stage of their education.
The revised textbooks are being prepared in line with the new curriculum and are expected to make classroom learning more interactive.
Textbook Preparation Already Underway
Work on the new books has already started, with authorities working to complete the material before the start of the new academic session.
The plan is to introduce the activity-based textbook system across Punjab when the 2027 academic year begins.
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Province | Punjab |
| Classes | Grades 1 to 5 |
| New System | Activity-based learning |
| Implementation | 2027 academic session |
| Textbook Work | Already underway |
| Main Focus | Practical learning, creativity and critical thinking |
What This Means for Primary Students
In the case of children, the transformation might be more classroom work, hands-on exercises and learning activities that are embedded in the textbooks.
The new approach will encourage pupils to learn to engage with, rather than just memorise, answers and to feel more at ease in understanding and using what they have learnt.
The authorities have not provided details here about the exact subjects, textbook titles or individual chapter structure. Those details can be expected to become clearer as the new books are finalised and officially introduced.