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Carroms Year Plan (Classes 6-10)

This plan provides a structured curriculum for teaching Carroms from June to March, focusing on foundational skills, strategic thinking, and progressive development, leading up to a full tournament.

Month	Topic / Skill Focus	Key Activities & Goals
June	Introduction to Carroms	History of the game, understanding the board (baselines, circles), identifying the striker and carromen. Basic rules: who shoots first, scoring a coin.
July	Basic Striking	Mastering the fundamental striker grip and flicking motion. Drills for accuracy and power. Hitting the striker cleanly without a coin.
August	Introduction to Defending	Understanding the role of the defender. Basic positioning to block shots and cover pockets. Introduction to the defensive "block" shot.
September	Advanced Striking & Scoring	Learning different types of shots (direct hit, rebound shots). Understanding scoring rules for black and white coins. Practicing scoring from the striker's baseline.
October	The Queen Piece	Introducing the queen, the most powerful piece. Learning its unique movement and how to use it for both attack and defense. Combining the queen with the striker.
November	Basic Strategies	Introduction to basic formations like the "T" formation. Understanding concepts of attacking vs. defending roles. Simple shot selection.
December	Advanced Strategies	Using the queen to set up combination shots. Advanced defensive positioning and reading the opponent's plan. Introduction to doubles play.
January	Review and Practice Games	Consolidating all skills through various mini-games (e.g., "first to 21 points", "black or white"). Focus on applying learned strategies.
February	Tournament Preparation	Understanding tournament rules (singles, doubles). Developing specific strategies for a match play environment. Mental preparation for competition.
March	Intra-Class Tournament	Running a full class tournament. Focus on sportsmanship, fair play, and applying all skills learned throughout the year in a competitive setting.

Lesson 1: Introduction to Carroms & The Board

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Discipline	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, introduces the fascinating game of Carroms, and outlines the day's objectives.	Student presence and attentiveness.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher shows the Carroms board, explaining the layout (baselines, circles, pockets). Identifies the striker (small, heavy piece) and carromen (larger, lighter pieces).	Students can point to and name the different parts of the board.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the basic rules: the toss to decide who goes first, the objective is to pocket your pieces before your opponent. A turn consists of one strike.	Students can answer questions about the basic rules.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards (one for each group)	-	Activity: "Board Exploration" 1. In small groups, students gather around a board. 2. They take turns gently placing the striker and carromen on their correct starting squares. 3. This helps them visualize the setup and understand the initial positions.	Teacher observes for correct placement of pieces.
5	Recreation activity	Fun, Engagement	Carroms Boards, Strikers	-	Game: "Coin Toss" 1. Teacher demonstrates a proper coin toss. 2. Students practice the toss in pairs, trying to get it to land flat in the center of their palm. 3. A simple but engaging way to practice this crucial part of the game.	Participation and proper technique.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the key parts of the board and the basic objective of the game. Students are quizzed on the rules.	Students can name the two types of pieces.

Lesson 2: The Striker - Grip and Basic Motion

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to name the two types of Carroms pieces.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Striker	Large display board or projector	Teacher demonstrates the correct way to hold the striker: resting on the base of the forefinger, flicked with the thumb or middle finger for control.	Students mimic the grip on their own striker.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the basic striking motion: a sharp, forward flick of the wrist. Emphasizes that the arm should not move; the power comes from the wrist snap.	Students can answer questions about the striking motion.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Strikers	-	Activity: "Flicking Practice" 1. Students line up on one side of the board. 2. They take turns striking the striker from their baseline towards the center circle, aiming for a clean, straight hit. 3. The focus is 100% on technique, not power.	Teacher observes for correct grip and flicking motion.
5	Recreation activity	Accuracy, Fun	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Cones	-	Game: "Target Practice" 1. Place a cone or small target in the center of the board. 2. Students take turns trying to hit the target with their striker. 3. This makes practice fun and goal-oriented.	Participation and improvement in accuracy.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the correct grip and striking motion. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can demonstrate the correct way to hold the striker.

Lesson 3: The Carromen - Movement and Pocketing

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the correct striking motion.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher demonstrates how to place a carromen on the board: it should be entirely within the circle, not touching the lines.	Students can point to correct and incorrect placements.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the rules for pocketing a piece: the piece must be placed flat, it must be fully inside the pocket, and the striker must be removed before the next piece is placed.	Students can explain the rules for pocketing.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Carromen	-	Activity: "Pocketing Race" 1. Students are divided into two teams. 2. One player from each team stands at their baseline with a carromen. 3. On "go", they must run to the board and correctly pocket their piece in the center pocket. 4. This is a fun and active way to practice pocketing.	Teacher observes for correct pocketing technique.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Carromen	-	Game: "Pocket Relay" 1. In teams, students take turns pocketing their carromen one by one. 2. The first team to successfully pocket all their pieces wins.	Participation and correct pocketing technique.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the rules for pocketing. Students are quizzed on the rules.	Students can explain how to correctly pocket a carromen.

Lesson 4: Striking Drills for Accuracy

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the rules for pocketing a piece.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker	Large display board or projector	Teacher demonstrates a drill for striking accuracy: aiming for specific points on the board, not just the center.	Students can answer questions about aiming.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the importance of accuracy over power. Shows how to aim by sighting along the striker to the target.	Students can explain why accuracy is important.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Cones	-	Activity: "Target Practice" 1. Place cones or markers on the board to create target zones. 2. Students take turns striking the striker, trying to hit the targets. 3. This is a fun and challenging way to improve accuracy.	Teacher observes for correct striking technique and accuracy.
5	Recreation activity	Competition, Fun	Carroms Boards, Strikers	-	Game: "Around the World" 1. Students take turns striking the striker around the board. 2. The goal is to hit all four sides of the board. 3. This is a fun and challenging way to practice striking from different angles.	Participation and striking from different angles.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the importance of accuracy. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain why accuracy is important.

Lesson 5: Scoring Rules and Practice

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall why accuracy is important.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Coins	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains the scoring rules: a coin is pocketed only if it is completely flat inside the pocket. A black coin is worth 5 points, a white coin is worth 5 points.	Students can answer questions about scoring.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the concept of scoring from the striker's baseline: a coin is returned if it doesn't enter the pocket, and the striker can be struck again.	Students can explain the rules for scoring from the baseline.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Coins	-	Activity: "Scoring Practice" 1. Students take turns striking the striker from their baseline, trying to pocket a coin. 2. The focus is on a clean strike and a successful pocket. 3. This is a fun and practical way to practice scoring.	Teacher observes for correct striking technique and scoring.
5	Recreation activity	Competition, Fun	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Coins	-	Game: "First to 21" 1. Students play a game where the goal is to be the first to score 21 points. 2. This is a fun and competitive way to practice scoring.	Participation and successful scoring.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the scoring rules. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain the rules for scoring.

Lesson 6: Introduction to Defending - Positioning

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the rules for scoring.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains the role of the defender: to block shots and prevent the opponent from scoring. Demonstrates basic defensive positioning: covering the pocket, being ready to strike.	Students can answer questions about defending.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the concept of a "block" shot: a defensive shot where the striker is placed behind a carromen to block a direct hit.	Students can explain what a block shot is.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Carromen	-	Activity: "Defensive Positioning" 1. One player is the attacker, one is the defender. 2. The attacker tries to strike the striker into a pocket. 3. The defender must position their carromen to block the shot. 4. This is a fun and practical way to practice defending.	Teacher observes for correct defensive positioning.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Carromen	-	Game: "Defender's Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is for the defending team to block all of the attacking team's shots. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice defending.	Participation and successful blocking.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the role of the defender and the concept of a block shot. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain what a block shot is.

Lesson 7: The Block Shot

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the role of the defender.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher demonstrates the block shot: placing the striker directly behind a carromen, just in front of the path of an oncoming shot, to block it.	Students can answer questions about the block shot.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the rules for a block shot: the striker must be placed before the opponent's striker is struck, and it must be removed after the shot is blocked.	Students can explain the rules for a block shot.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Carromen	-	Activity: "Block Shot Practice" 1. One player is the attacker, one is the defender. 2. The attacker tries to strike the striker into a pocket. 3. The defender must try to block the shot with a block shot. 4. This is a fun and practical way to practice the block shot.	Teacher observes for correct block shot technique.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Carromen	-	Game: "Block Shot Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is for the defending team to block as many shots as possible. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice the block shot.	Participation and successful blocking.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the rules for a block shot. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain the rules for a block shot.

Lesson 8: Attacking vs. Defending (1v1 Games)

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the rules for a block shot.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains the rules for a 1v1 game: each player has one striker and one carromen. The goal is to pocket your carromen before your opponent.	Students can answer questions about the 1v1 game.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains basic 1v1 strategy: focus on defense first, then attack. The importance of controlling the center of the board.	Students can explain basic 1v1 strategy.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Carromen	-	Activity: "1v1 Practice" 1. Students are paired up. 2. They play a 1v1 game, focusing on correct striking and defensive positioning. 3. The teacher acts as a referee, guiding play and enforcing rules.	Teacher observes for correct application of skills.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Strikers, Carromen	-	Game: "1v1 Challenge" 1. Students play a 1v1 game. 2. The goal is to be the first to pocket all of their carromen. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice the 1v1 game.	Participation and successful application of skills.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the rules for a 1v1 game and basic strategy. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain basic 1v1 strategy.

Lesson 9: The Queen - Power and Placement

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall basic 1v1 strategy.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Queen	Large display board or projector	Teacher demonstrates the queen's unique movement: it can move in any direction, any number of squares. Explains its power for both attack and defense.	Students can answer questions about the queen.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the importance of queen placement: it should be placed where it can control the center of the board and support other pieces.	Students can explain why queen placement is important.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Queen	-	Activity: "Queen's Power" 1. Students take turns striking the queen from their baseline. 2. The goal is to hit the striker with power and accuracy. 3. This is a fun and practical way to experience the queen's power.	Teacher observes for correct striking technique.
5	Recreation activity	Competition, Fun	Carroms Boards, Queen	-	Game: "Queen's Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to pocket the queen. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice with the queen.	Participation and successful use of the queen.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the queen's movement and the importance of its placement. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain the queen's movement.

Lesson 10: Combination Shots (Striker + Queen)

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the queen's movement.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Queen	Large display board or projector	Teacher demonstrates how to use the queen to set up a combination shot: placing the queen to cover a pocket, then striking the striker into the queen to pocket the coin.	Students can answer questions about combination shots.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the rules for a combination shot: the queen must be placed before the striker is struck, and the striker must be removed after the coin is pocketed.	Students can explain the rules for a combination shot.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Activity: "Combination Shot Practice" 1. Students take turns setting up and executing a combination shot. 2. The focus is on correct placement and striking technique. 3. This is a fun and practical way to practice combination shots.	Teacher observes for correct technique.
5	Recreation activity	Competition, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Game: "Combination Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to score a point with a combination shot. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice combination shots.	Participation and successful use of combination shots.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the rules for a combination shot. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain the rules for a combination shot.

Lesson 11: Advanced Defending - Reading the Opponent

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the rules for a combination shot.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains the concept of reading the opponent: looking at their carromen placement to anticipate their next move.	Students can answer questions about reading the opponent.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains advanced defensive positioning: covering multiple pockets, using the queen to control the center, and anticipating the opponent's attack.	Students can explain advanced defensive positioning.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Activity: "Read the Opponent" 1. Students are paired up. 2. One player is the attacker, one is the defender. 3. The attacker must try to score, and the defender must try to block the shot. 4. This is a fun and practical way to practice reading the opponent.	Teacher observes for correct defensive positioning.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Game: "Defender's Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is for the defending team to block as many shots as possible. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice advanced defending.	Participation and successful blocking.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the concept of reading the opponent and advanced defensive positioning. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain how to read an opponent.

Lesson 12: The "T" Formation

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall how to read an opponent.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains the "T" formation: placing carromen in a T-shape on the baseline, with the striker in the middle. Explains its strengths (strong defense, fast attack).	Students can answer questions about the "T" formation.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the strategy for the "T" formation: use the striker for quick attacks, use the carromen for defense, and use the queen to control the center.	Students can explain the strategy for the "T" formation.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Activity: "T Formation Practice" 1. Students are divided into two teams. 2. Each team sets up in the "T" formation. 3. They practice striking and defending from this formation. 4. This is a fun and practical way to practice the "T" formation.	Teacher observes for correct formation and strategy.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Game: "T Formation Challenge" 1. Students play a game using the "T" formation. 2. The goal is to be the first to score a point. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice the "T" formation.	Participation and successful use of the "T" formation.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the "T" formation and its strategy. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain the strategy for the "T" formation.

Lesson 13: Breakthrough Shots

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the strategy for the "T" formation.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker	Large display board or projector	Teacher demonstrates the breakthrough shot: striking the striker with power to send an opponent's carromen flying, creating a path for your own striker.	Students can answer questions about the breakthrough shot.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the rules for a breakthrough shot: the striker must be struck with power, and the path must be clear. The opponent's carromen that are sent flying cannot be returned to the board.	Students can explain the rules for a breakthrough shot.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Activity: "Breakthrough Practice" 1. Students are paired up. 2. One player is the attacker, one is the defender. 3. The attacker must try to execute a breakthrough shot. 4. This is a fun and practical way to practice the breakthrough shot.	Teacher observes for correct technique.
5	Recreation activity	Competition, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Game: "Breakthrough Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to score a point with a breakthrough shot. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice breakthrough shots.	Participation and successful use of breakthrough shots.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the breakthrough shot and its rules. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain the rules for a breakthrough shot.

Lesson 14: Doubles Play - Rules and Basics

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the rules for a breakthrough shot.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains the rules for doubles play: each player has one striker and one carromen. The turn alternates between partners. The objective is to pocket your pieces before your opponents.	Students can answer questions about doubles play.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the strategy for doubles play: communication is key, as is coordinated attacking and defending.	Students can explain the strategy for doubles play.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Activity: "Doubles Practice" 1. Students are paired up. 2. They play a doubles game, focusing on correct striking and defensive positioning. 3. The teacher acts as a referee, guiding play and enforcing rules. 4. This is a fun and practical way to practice doubles play.	Teacher observes for correct application of skills.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Game: "Doubles Challenge" 1. Students play a doubles game. 2. The goal is to be the first to pocket all of your carromen. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice doubles play.	Participation and successful use of doubles play.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the rules and strategy for doubles play. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain the strategy for doubles play.

Lesson 15: Planning an Attack

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the strategy for doubles play.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains the concept of planning an attack: thinking several moves ahead to set up a successful scoring opportunity.	Students can answer questions about planning an attack.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains how to use the queen to set up combination shots and how to use the striker to execute them. Emphasizes the importance of board control.	Students can explain how to plan an attack.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Activity: "Attack Planning" 1. Students are paired up. 2. One player is the attacker, one is the defender. 3. The attacker must plan an attack, and the defender must try to block it. 4. This is a fun and practical way to practice planning an attack.	Teacher observes for correct planning and execution.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Game: "Attack Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is for the attacking team to score a point with a planned attack. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice planning an attack.	Participation and successful use of attacking strategies.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the concept of planning an attack. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain how to plan an attack.

Lesson 16: Mid-Game Strategy

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall how to plan an attack.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains mid-game strategy: consolidating your pieces, controlling the center of the board, and looking for opportunities to attack.	Students can answer questions about mid-game strategy.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the importance of using the queen for both attack and defense in the mid-game. Emphasizes the value of a well-placed queen.	Students can explain the role of the queen in the mid-game.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Activity: "Mid-Game Practice" 1. Students are paired up. 2. They play a game, focusing on mid-game strategy. 3. The teacher acts as a guide, providing tips on consolidating pieces and controlling the center.	Teacher observes for correct application of strategy.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Game: "Strategy Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to score a point using a mid-game strategy. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice mid-game strategy.	Participation and successful use of strategy.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the mid-game strategy and the role of the queen. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain the role of the queen in the mid-game.

Lesson 17: Endgame Basics

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall the role of the queen in the mid-game.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Queen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains the endgame: the last phase of the game when there are few pieces left. Explains the concept of "opposition" and the importance of a precise queen.	Students can answer questions about the endgame.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains basic endgame strategies: using the queen to attack, using the striker to finish, and using carromen to defend. Emphasizes the importance of a precise queen.	Students can explain basic endgame strategies.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Activity: "Endgame Practice" 1. Students are paired up. 2. They play a simplified endgame position. 3. The goal is for one player to checkmate the other player's last carromen. 4. This is a fun and practical way to practice the endgame.	Teacher observes for correct application of strategy.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Game: "Endgame Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to checkmate the other player's last carromen. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice the endgame.	Participation and successful use of endgame strategies.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the endgame and basic strategies. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain what "opposition" is.

Lesson 18: Common Tactics - Board Control

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall what "opposition" is.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Queen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains the concept of board control: using your pieces to dominate the center of the board and limit your opponent's options.	Students can answer questions about board control.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains common tactics for board control: using the queen to control the center, using carromen to support the queen, and using the striker to attack weak spots.	Students can explain common tactics for board control.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Activity: "Board Control Practice" 1. Students are paired up. 2. They play a game, focusing on board control. 3. The teacher acts as a guide, providing tips on how to control the center.	Teacher observes for correct application of tactics.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Queen	-	Game: "Tactics Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to score a point using a board control tactic. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice common tactics.	Participation and successful use of tactics.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the concept of board control and common tactics. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain common tactics for board control.

Lesson 19: Advanced Queen Techniques

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall common tactics for board control.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Queen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains advanced queen techniques: using the queen for precise attacks, for combination shots, and for complex defensive maneuvers.	Students can answer questions about advanced queen techniques.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains how to use the queen to set up complex combination shots and to control the center of the board. Emphasizes the queen's versatility.	Students can explain advanced queen techniques.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Queen	-	Activity: "Advanced Queen Practice" 1. Students take turns using the queen to set up and execute complex shots. 2. The focus is on correct placement and striking technique. 3. This is a fun and practical way to practice advanced queen techniques.	Teacher observes for correct technique.
5	Recreation activity	Competition, Fun	Carroms Boards, Queen	-	Game: "Queen's Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to score a point using an advanced queen technique. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice advanced queen techniques.	Participation and successful use of advanced queen techniques.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps advanced queen techniques and the queen's versatility. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain advanced queen techniques.

Lesson 20: Tournament Formats (Singles & Doubles)

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall advanced queen techniques.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the rules for singles and doubles tournaments. Explains the concept of seeding and match play.	Students can answer questions about tournament formats.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the strategies for singles and doubles tournaments. For singles, focus on individual skill. For doubles, focus on communication and coordination.	Students can explain strategies for singles and doubles.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Activity: "Tournament Practice" 1. Students are divided into two teams. 2. They play a mock tournament, practicing both singles and doubles matches. 3. The teacher acts as a tournament director, organizing matches and enforcing rules.	Teacher observes for correct application of skills and strategies.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Game: "Tournament Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to win a mock tournament. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice for a tournament.	Participation and successful use of skills and strategies.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the rules for singles and doubles tournaments. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain strategies for singles and doubles.

Lesson 21: Full Game Strategy

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall strategies for singles and doubles tournaments.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains full game strategy: how to adapt your plan based on the opponent's strategy, the importance of board control, and the role of the queen in the endgame.	Students can answer questions about full game strategy.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains how to adapt your plan based on the opponent's strategy, the importance of board control, and the role of the queen in the endgame. Emphasizes the importance of a flexible strategy.	Students can explain how to adapt a plan.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Activity: "Full Game Practice" 1. Students are paired up. 2. They play a full game, focusing on adapting their strategy. 3. The teacher acts as a guide, providing tips on how to adapt.	Teacher observes for correct application of strategy.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Game: "Strategy Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to score a point using a well-planned strategy. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice full game strategy.	Participation and successful use of strategy.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps full game strategy and the importance of a flexible plan. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain how to adapt a plan.

Lesson 22: Solving Puzzles & Problems

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall how to adapt a plan.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Carroms Board, Striker, Carromen	Large display board or projector	Teacher explains how to solve a Carroms puzzle: look for forcing moves, identify threats, and find the checkmating move.	Students can answer questions about solving puzzles.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the concept of a "checkmate puzzle" and how to solve it. Emphasizes looking for the most forcing move and identifying the checkmating move.	Students can explain how to solve a checkmate puzzle.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Activity: "Puzzle Solving" 1. Students are paired up. 2. They are given a simple checkmate puzzle to solve. 3. The teacher can provide hints if needed. 4. This is a fun and practical way to practice problem-solving.	Teacher observes for teamwork and problem-solving skills.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Game: "Puzzle Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The teacher sets up a more complex checkmate puzzle. 3. The first team to solve the puzzle wins a point.	Participation and understanding of checkmating patterns.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the concept of a checkmate puzzle and how to solve it. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain how to solve a checkmate puzzle.

Lesson 23: Tournament Rules & Sportsmanship

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall how to solve a checkmate puzzle.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the rules for a Carroms tournament. Emphasizes the importance of sportsmanship: respecting your opponent, the referee, and the game. Explains the concept of a "gentleman's agreement".	Students can answer questions about tournament rules.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the strategies for a tournament: using your best throws, being ready for a checkmate, and trying to use your best techniques. Emphasizes the importance of mental preparation.	Students can explain tournament strategies.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Activity: "Tournament Practice" 1. Students are paired up. 2. They play a mock tournament, practicing both singles and doubles matches. 3. The teacher acts as a referee, enforcing rules and encouraging sportsmanship. 4. This is a fun and practical way to prepare for a tournament.	Teacher observes for correct application of skills and sportsmanship.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Game: "Sportsmanship Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to score a point while showing good sportsmanship. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice sportsmanship.	Participation and good sportsmanship.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the tournament rules and the importance of sportsmanship. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain what a "gentleman's agreement" is.

Lesson 24: Tournament Practice & Seeding

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Recall	Attendance Register	-	Teacher takes attendance, asks students to recall what a "gentleman's agreement" is.	Student presence and correct response.
2	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Tournament Bracket (optional)	-	Teacher explains the seeding process for a tournament: how players are seeded based on their skill level or a random draw. Explains the concept of a "swiss-system" tournament.	Students can answer questions about seeding.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher explains the strategies for a tournament: using your best throws, being ready for a checkmate, and trying to use your best techniques. Emphasizes the importance of mental preparation.	Students can explain tournament strategies.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Practical Application	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Activity: "Seeding Practice" 1. Students are divided into two teams. 2. They play a mock tournament, practicing both singles and doubles matches. 3. The teacher acts as a tournament director, organizing matches and enforcing rules. 4. This is a fun and practical way to prepare for a tournament.	Teacher observes for correct application of skills and strategies.
5	Recreation activity	Teamwork, Fun	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen	-	Game: "Tournament Challenge" 1. Divide students into two teams. 2. The goal is to be the first to win a mock tournament. 3. This is a fun and competitive way to practice for a tournament.	Participation and successful use of skills and strategies.
6	Dismissal	Recall, Discipline	-	Teacher recaps the seeding process and tournament strategies. Students are quizzed on the key points.	Students can explain the seeding process.

Lesson 25: Final Tournament & Conclusion

Sl.No.	Subject Matter	Skill	Physical TLM	Digital TLM	Method/Activity	Assessment
1	Assembly	Listening, Focus	Attendance Register, Tournament Bracket	-	Teacher takes attendance, gives a final motivational speech, and builds excitement for the final tournament.	Student presence and focus.
2	Demonstration	Sportsmanship	Whiteboard/Chart	-	Teacher gives a final reminder about playing hard but fair. The two finalist teams shake hands before the game. Emphasizes that everyone is a winner for their hard work and improvement.	Display of good sportsmanship.
3	Formal Part	Knowledge Acquisition	-	Teacher explains the rules for the final tournament. Emphasizes the importance of good sportsmanship and trying your best.	Students' attention and agreement to sportsmanship principles.
4	Special Part (activity in elaborated)	Tournament Matches	Carroms Boards, Striker, Carromen, Scoreboards, Whistle	Music for atmosphere (optional)	Activity: "Final Tournament" 1. Students compete in the final tournament. 2. The teacher acts as the main referee and organizer. 3. The level of play should be high, with more strategy and skill on display. 4. This is the culmination of all the year's learning.	Teacher assesses peak performance of students, their teamwork, and their application of all skills.
5	Recreation activity	Celebration, Awards	Trophy/Medals, Certificates (optional)	-	Activity: "Awards Ceremony" After the final game, both teams line up and shake hands again. The teacher announces the champion and runner-up. Awards are given out. Emphasizes that everyone is a winner for their hard work and improvement.	Positive atmosphere and celebration of all students' efforts.
6	Dismissal	Reflection, Conclusion	-	Cool-down with a final group stretch and team cheer. Teacher gives a concluding speech, congratulating everyone on a fantastic year and encouraging them to keep playing. Dismiss students.	Students' positive reflection on the entire year and the tournament.