📘 Social Study Book 4th Class (English Medium) – KPK Textbook
The Social Study Book for Grade 4 (English Medium) is an essential part of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) Textbook Curriculum. It introduces students to the foundations of society, history, geography, economics, and citizenship in a simple and engaging way. Designed for young learners, this book builds early awareness of how the world works socially, politically, historically, and environmentally.
This post offers a full chapter-wise breakdown of topics along with a free PDF download of the official KPK Textbook.
📚 Detailed Chapter-wise Topic Explanations
1. Citizenship
This chapter helps students understand the meaning and importance of being a good citizen:
- Who is a citizen and how one becomes a citizen
- Rights and responsibilities of citizens
- Importance of respect, honesty, helping others, and obeying laws
- How good citizenship builds a better society
Children learn that being a responsible citizen is not just about rights—but about playing a role in community building and national development.
2. Culture
Here, students are introduced to the diversity and richness of cultures:
- What is culture and what it includes (language, clothing, food, traditions, beliefs)
- Examples of Pakistani culture and how it varies across regions
- Importance of respecting different cultures and traditions
- Role of festivals, music, and art in society
It develops tolerance and appreciation among students for the diverse cultural fabric of Pakistan and the world.
3. State and Government
This chapter explains:
- What is a state and the components it requires (population, territory, government, and sovereignty)
- The three branches of government: Legislative, Executive, and Judiciary
- The role of the Constitution in guiding how a country is run
- Why laws are important and how the government works for the people
This helps young students begin to understand the structure and purpose of governance.
4. History
History is presented in a simplified way:
- Meaning and importance of history
- How we learn from the past to improve the future
- Introduction to famous historical events and figures in Pakistan’s history
- National days like Independence Day, Pakistan Day, and the role of leaders like Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah
It encourages a love for the past and shows how the country came to be.
5. Geography
This chapter provides a fun and informative introduction to geography:
- Basics of maps, globe, directions, and compass
- Important features of Earth: mountains, rivers, oceans, and deserts
- Overview of Pakistan’s geography: provinces, cities, rivers, and natural resources
- Climate and how geography affects people’s lives and cultures
Children start to understand the world around them and their place in it.
6. Economics
Economics is taught in a very beginner-friendly way:
- What are needs and wants
- Meaning of goods, services, producers, and consumers
- Introduction to money, banks, and saving
- Basic idea of farming, industry, and trade in Pakistan
This lays the groundwork for economic literacy and decision-making skills.
7. Glossary
The glossary includes:
- Key definitions and terms from all the chapters
- Helps in building vocabulary and revision
- Acts as a quick reference for understanding concepts
This makes the book even more student-friendly and useful during exams.
🔖 Why This Book Is Important:
- Based on the KPK Education Curriculum
- Enhances awareness about society, rights, and responsibilities
- Builds knowledge of Pakistan’s geography, economy, and history
- Prepares students for higher social sciences education