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CBSE Class 8 Syllabus Overview:-
1. English (Language and Literature)
Reading Skills
Reading comprehension passages (unseen) – factual, descriptive, and narrative type.
Developing skills to understand and interpret the passage based on the given questions.
Writing Skills
Letter Writing (Informal and Formal)
Short story writing
Essay writing
Paragraph writing
Notice writing
Report writing
Article writing
Advertisements and Posters
Debate writing
Grammar
Tenses
Modals
Active and passive voice
Direct and indirect speech
Determiners
Phrasal verbs
Prepositions
Literature
Prose:
Honeydew: Short stories and extracts from famous authors.
The Best Christmas Present in the World by Michael Morpurgo
The Tsunami by Sumita Mukherjee
The Old Man at the Bridge by Ernest Hemingway
A Short Monsoon Diary by Ruskin Bond
This is Jody’s Fawn by Ernest Thompson Seton
Poetry:
The Ant and the Cricket by Aesop
The Duck and the Kangaroo by Edward Lear
When I Set Out for Lyonnesse by Thomas Hardy
A Visit to Cambridge by S. P. Stephen
The Great Stone Face by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Literary Terms
Synonyms and antonyms
Idioms and phrases
Figures of speech (Metaphor, Simile, Personification, etc.)
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2. Mathematics
Number System
Natural numbers, whole numbers, and integers
Rational numbers and their properties
Representation of rational numbers on the number line
Decimal expansions and their conversions
Square and cube roots
Algebra
Linear equations in one variable
Understanding the concept of variables and coefficients
Solving simple equations
Algebraic expressions and identities
Geometry
Understanding the concepts of lines, angles, and triangles
Types of angles: Acute, obtuse, right, and straight
Properties of triangles (isosceles, equilateral, and scalene)
Pythagoras Theorem
Polygons and their properties (quadrilaterals)
Circles and their properties
Mensuration
Area and perimeter of plane figures (squares, rectangles, triangles)
Volume and surface area of solids (cubes, cuboids, cylinders)
Understanding the units of measurement
Data Handling
Data representation through bar graphs, histograms, and pie charts
Probability basics
Mean, median, and mode
Ratio and Proportions
Direct and inverse proportion
Solving word problems using ratio and proportion
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3. Science
Physics
Motion and Time:
Speed, distance, and time calculations
Concept of uniform and non-uniform motion
Force and Pressure:
Definition of force, pressure, and types of forces
Understanding pressure in liquids and gases
Friction:
Types of friction: Static and kinetic
Factors affecting friction
Work and Energy:
Definition of work
Energy transformation and law of conservation of energy
Forms of energy (kinetic, potential, etc.)
Sound:
Production, propagation, and properties of sound
Speed of sound in different media
Structure of the ear and hearing mechanism
Chemistry
Synthetic Fibres and Plastics:
Types of synthetic fibres
Importance of plastics and their classification
Recycling of plastics
Materials: Metals and Non-Metals:
Properties of metals and non-metals
Reactions of metals and non-metals with oxygen, water, and acids
Coal and Petroleum:
Formation and uses of coal and petroleum
Conservation of fossil fuels
Combustion and Flame:
Types of combustion
Structure of a flame
Conditions necessary for combustion
Biology
Crop Production and Management:
Types of crops (food crops, cash crops)
Agricultural practices (tilling, irrigation, harvesting)
Protection of crops from pests
Microorganisms: Friend and Foe:
Types of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, algae)
Beneficial microorganisms and their uses
Harmful microorganisms and diseases caused by them
Conservation of Plants and Animals:
Deforestation and its consequences
Wildlife conservation methods
Endangered species and their protection
Reaching the Age of Adolescence:
Puberty and physical changes in boys and girls
Menstrual cycle and hygiene
Reproductive health
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4. Social Science
History
Our Pasts – III:
Chapter 1: How, When, and Where
Chapter 2: From Trade to Territory
Chapter 3: Ruling the Countryside
Chapter 4: Tribals, Dikus, and the Vision of a Golden Age
Chapter 5: When People Rebel
Chapter 6: Colonialism and the City
Chapter 7: Weavers, Iron Smelters, and Factory Owners
Chapter 8: Civilizing the “Native”, Educating the Nation
Geography
Our Environment:
Chapter 1: Resources and Development
Chapter 2: Land, Soil, Water, Natural Vegetation, and Wildlife
Chapter 3: Agriculture
Chapter 4: Industries
Chapter 5: Human Resources
Civics
Social and Political Life:
Chapter 1: The Indian Constitution
Chapter 2: Understanding Secularism
Chapter 3: Why do we need a Parliament?
Chapter 4: Understanding Laws
Chapter 5: Judiciary and Justice
Chapter 6: Understanding Local Government
Chapter 7: The State Government
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5. Hindi (Language and Literature)
Prose
Vasant (Textbook):
Short stories, essays, and poems from renowned Hindi writers.
Themes related to human emotions, social issues, and historical events.
Poetry
Poems based on nature, philosophy, patriotism, and social life.
Grammar
Vyakaran (Grammar):
Synonyms, antonyms, idioms, proverbs
Sentence formation, comprehension
Punctuation, active and passive voice, and direct/indirect speech
Writing Skills
Essay writing, letter writing, application writing, and story writing.
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6. Sanskrit (Language and Literature)
Grammar
Sandhi (joining of words)
Vibhakti (cases)
Tenses
Karaka (cases of sentences)
Word formation
Translation of sentences
Literature
Stories from Sanskrit literature
Moral lessons and their application in real life
Writing Skills
Simple sentence formation
Letter writing
Basic comprehension
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7. Computer Science
Basics of Computer
Understanding the basics of computers: hardware and software
Types of software: Application and system software
Operating systems (Windows, Linux)
Microsoft Office
MS Word: Formatting, inserting tables, graphics, and page layout
MS Excel: Data organization, cell formatting, functions, and charts
MS PowerPoint: Making presentations, inserting text and graphics
Internet and Web Technologies
Basic concepts of the Internet
Searching and browsing techniques
Safety and security while using the Internet
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8. Art Education
Visual Arts
Drawing and painting
Art appreciation and understanding different art forms
Cultural heritage and art history
Performing Arts
Basic music and dance
Cultural performances and their significance
Craft and Design
Paper crafts, clay modeling
Pottery, weaving, and sculpture
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This syllabus provides a comprehensive framework of the CBSE Class 8 curriculum. It covers the fundamental subjects needed for a well-rounded education. If you’d like a detailed elaboration of any specific subject or topic, feel free to let me know!