A Textbook of Tourism for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

A Textbook of Tourism for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: Singdha Kainthola
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 122
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 8195978991

A Textbook of Tourism [Subject Code 406] for class 10 is designed to facilitate the job role of Travel Agent/Tour Operator. This book has been developed as per the latest syllabus and examination pattern prescribed by the CBSE. The language in the book is deliberately kept to be reader-friendly, allowing easy accessibility and grasp of knowledge. In addition, the pictures and diagrams are used to give the readers a good understanding of the topics without any difficulties. Tourism has grown significantly in the last decade. Tourism is the world's largest and fastestgrowing industry and also the largest source of income and employment. India is a diverse country, and its diversity attracts visitors from around the world. India is a developing nation, and tourism provides emerging and developing nations with excellent opportunities to strengthen their economies, contribute to local infrastructure, preserve the environment and cultural treasures and traditions, and lessen poverty and inequality. The government is emphasising in developing and promoting tourism. It has also introduced various policies and schemes to boost the tourism industry by providing more job opportunities in the society. It has also started several short-term vocational courses related to the travel and tourism sector. With these courses, individuals can quickly acquire the necessary skills to join the travel industry. In addition, CBSE has introduced Tourism as a vocational course at the school level. In the previous class, you learned some basics of travel and tourism, and this book will extend your knowledge of those topics. This book will teach you about different types of tourism, tourism's social, economic, and cultural impact, tourism organisations, tourism businesses, and tourism products, as well as requirement of soft skills in tourism. Tourism is classified as a service industry, and because of the nature of the jobs in the tourism industry, a person should have a high level of soft skills. This book provides knowledge about those soft skills required for this industry. In addition, this book will teach you about different personality traits and how to develop your personality. Each chapter has been divided into the foil owing parts: (a) Introduction: It introduces you to the chapter's topic and learning objectives. (b) Relevant Knowledge: This part of the unit provides you with the relevant information on the topics covered. The knowledge developed through this part will enable the students to perform certain activities listed at the end of each topic. (c) Assignment: The various questions included in this part of the chapter will help the students to check their understanding of the topics learned. We hope that this book will help further enhance the understanding and knowledge of the tourism sector. We also hope that this book will boost the students' morale and enormously benefit the teachers. This book attempts to cover almost every aspect of tourism and travel that can help students become tourism professionals. Constructive suggestions for the improvement of the book are most welcome. -Authors

A Textbook of Tourism for Class IX (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

A Textbook of Tourism for Class IX (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: Singdha Kainthola
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 106
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 8195978959

A Textbook of Tourism [Subject Code 406] for class 9 is designed to facilitate the job role of Travel Agent/Tour Operator. This book has been developed as per the latest syllabus and examination pattern prescribed by the CBSE. The language in the book is deliberately kept to be reader-friendly, allowing easy accessibility and grasp of knowledge. In addition, CBSE has introduced Tourism as a vocational course at the school level. In addition, the pictures are used to give the readers a good understanding of the topics without any difficulties. This book will teach you about the major components and growth of tourism industry, history of tourism, different tourism channels of the tourism industry and various resources and products of tourism. Tourism has grown significantly in the last decade. Tourism is the world's largest and fastestgrowing industry and also the largest source of income and employment. India is a diverse country, and its diversity attracts visitors from around the world. India is a developing nation, and tourism provides emerging and developing nations with excellent opportunities to strengthen their economies, contribute to local infrastructure, preserve the environment and cultural treasures and traditions, and lessen poverty and inequality. The government is emphasising in developing and promoting tourism. It has also introduced various policies and schemes to boost the tourism industry by providing more job opportunities in the society. It has also started several short-term vocational courses related to the travel and tourism sector. With these courses, individuals can quickly acquire the necessary skills to join the travel industry. Each chapter has been divided into the following parts: (a) Introduction: It introduces you to the chapter's topic and learning objectives. (b) Relevant Knowledge: This part of the lesson provides you with the relevant information on the topic(s) covered in the chapter. The knowledge developed through this part will enable you to perform certain activities. (c) Exercises: The various questions included in this part of the chapter will help you check your understanding of the topics learned. We hope that this book will help further enhance the understanding and knowledge of the tourism sector. We also hope that this book will boost the students' morale and enormously benefit the teachers. This book attempts to cover almost every aspect of tourism and travel that can help students become tourism professionals. Constructive suggestions for the improvement of the book are most welcome. -Authors

A Textbook of Tourism for Class XII (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

A Textbook of Tourism for Class XII (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: Nimit Chowdhary
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9357260056

A Textbook of Tourism [Subject Code 806] for Class 12 is designed to facilitate the job role of Travel Blogger, Airline Staff, Hotelier, Tourism Manager, Travel Consultant, Front Office Executive, Travel Executive, Tourist Guide, Transport Agent and Tour Operator. This book has been developed as per the latest syllabus and examination pattern prescribed by the CBSE with the planned instructions consisting of units for developing employability and skills competencies among students. The language in the book is deliberately kept reader-friendly, allowing easy accessibility and grasp of knowledge. In the contemporary era, the predominance of the internet and advanced technology have increased the operational value of tour operators and travel agencies. Increased domestic and international visits to India led to an increased dependence on travel intermediaries. Also, the lower investment and attractive returns enticed many people to start their own travel agencies. The book provides a comprehensive view of travel agencies' and tour operators' businesses in the tourism sector. Each topic is discussed and supported by examples to provide students with a better understanding. The book proposes to provide both practical and theoretical knowledge about the tourism industly. It also imparts basic knowledge of contemporary topics like online travel agencies, e-visa, the significance of travel insurance in the post-COVID-19 phase and entrepreneurship in the tourism trade. This book aims to impart knowledge about the travel intermediaries' significance, operating mechanisms, and activities. The wide array of activities carried out by travel agents and tour operators covers itinerary planning, package design, helping travellers choose a destination, costing the package, marketing the product, operating the booking software (GDS), and so on. This book will help students learn about the significance of travel intermediaries in facilitating travellers in different ways throughout their vacations. Each chapter has been divided into the following parts: (a) lntrodudion: It introduces you to the unit's topic and learning objectives. (b) Relevant Knowledge: This part of the unit provides you with the relevant information on the topics covered. The knowledge developed through this part will enable the students to perform certain activities listed at the end of each topic. (c) Assignment: The various questions included in this part will help the students to check their understanding of the topics learned. Sincere attempts have been made to keep the language of the book simple. The concepts have also been explained through pictorial illustrations wherever necessary. This will allow the students to have a swift reading of the book, making the content of the book easy to understand. We also hope that this book will boost the students' morale and enormously benefit the teachers. Constructive suggestions for the improvement of the book are most welcome. The authors would be glad to read the feedback and implement it in upcoming books. -Authors

A Textbook of Tourism for Class XI (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

A Textbook of Tourism for Class XI (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: Nimit Chowdhary
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9357260048

A Textbook of Tourism [Subject Code 806] for Class 11 is designed to facilitate the job role of Travel Blogger, Airline Staff, Hotelier, Tourism Manager, Travel Consultant, Front Offi.ce Executive, Travel Executive, Tourist Guide, Transport Agent and Tour Operator. This book has been developed as per the latest syllabus and examination pattern. prescnl>ed by the CBSE. The language in the book is deliberately kept reader-friendly, allowing easy accessibility and grasp of knowledge. This book on tourism provides detailed information on tourism concepts. It also emphasises the connections between tourism and India's and the world's history and geography. The book also highlights the role of hospitality, accommodations, tourism activities and ancillary services in tourism. A discussion on different types of tourism organisations in the world has also been presented, emphasising their roles in promoting and developing the travel and tourism industry. Nowadays, the hospitality and tourism industries are among the world's largest. It began with travel during human civilisations when humans began to live in an mganised society. In modem and post-modem times, tourism has evolved manifolds, and its demand has also increased. Travel and tourism promote happiness for various reasons, from leisure and pleasure to psychological and physical well-being and benefits. Considering the growth and development of travel and tourism, the need for professionals to cater to the needs of this dynamic industry was felt. Tourism professionals require an in-depth knowledge gained through multi-disciplinary approaches such as history, geography, culture, anthropology, psychology and tourism business, and thus, the need for competency-based vocational education was realised. In this regard, CBSE introduced travel and tourism courses as part of the tourism and hospitality stream. Each chapter has been divided into the following parts: (a) Introduction: It introduces you to the chapter's topic and learning objectives. (b) Relevant Knowledge: This part of the unit provides you with relevant information on the topics covered. The knowledge developed through this part will enable the students to perform certain activities listed at the end of each topic. (c) Assignment: The various questions included in this part of the chapter will help the students to check their understanding of the topics learnt. Sincere attempts have been made to keep the language of the book simple. The concepts have also been explained through pictorial illustrations wherever necessary. This will allow the students to have a swift reading of the book, making the content of the book easy to understand. We also hope that this book will boost the studentst morale and enormously benefit the teachers. Constructive suggestions for the improvement of the book are most welcome. The authors would be glad to read the feedback and implement it in upcoming books. -Authors

A Textbook of ICSE Geography Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

A Textbook of ICSE Geography Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: VEENA BHARGAVA
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 350
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 8195978967

We are pleased to present the series A Textbook of Geography for Classes 6 to 8. This series has been written in strict conformity with the latest curriculum. The new curriculum deals with the development of children's understanding and appreciation of the world through a continuous interaction and exploration of the natural and human environment. It also aims at encouraging children to appreciate the interdependence of individuals, groups and communities and promotes a healthy respect for different types of cultures and ways of life of people around the world. This series endeavours to introduce the practical aspect of the subject, along with the text, through appropriate Diagrams, Pictures, Maps, Mind Maps (graphic organisers) and latest updates in the field of Geography. The series has been specially designed for the young learners to make the learning experience both enjoyable and informative. The nllant features of the booka In this sertas are - 1. Simple, lucid and student friendly language with scientific, logical and practical approach. 2. Precise and to-the-point contents are given to avoid unnecessary details. 3. Maps and diagrams have been kept simple and clear. 4. In most cases there are separate maps for different types of information instead of providing them in one map. 5. Map skills in regional geography play an important role in understanding the subject as well as laying foundation for the future Examinations. For all the continents covered in curriculum, Self Explanatory Colourful Maps with consolidated information have been given. For the convenience of the students and teachers, Practice Maps have been provided. 6. Colourful Mind Maps at the end of each lesson, give the gist of the lesson at a glance and are ideal for a quick revision. 7. Worksheets under Classwork have been introduced to comprehend the lesson. These are to be solved under the direct supervision of the teacher. 8. Comprehensive Exercise at the end of chapter contains all types of questions to consolidate learning. 9. Teacher's Resource Book containing answers of the exercise given at the back of each lesson is available. 10. As per the latest edition in the Board Examinations for ICSE, MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) have been incorporated in the present set of books for 6th, 7th and 8th for exercise in the each chapter. The present set of books for classes 6, 7 and 8 is a continuation of my existing series of ICSE Geography for classes 9 and 10. This is a genuine effort to maintain the continuity in the ICSE syllabus from Classes 6 to 10 and prepare the students for the oncoming Board Examinations, right from class 6 onward. I hope to succeed in inculcating the interest and confidence amongst the students by providing the required guidance to achieve their ultimate goals. Any suggestions for improvement of the books are most welcome. -Author

A Textbook of Retail for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

A Textbook of Retail for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: Dr. Teena Mishra
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 186
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 8195978940

A Textbook of Retail [Subject Code: 401] for class 10 is designed and developed to facilitate the job role of Store Operation Assistant. It provides learners with the necessary skills and knowledge through practice, experience, and applications in day-to-day business. It has been developed as per the latest syllabus and examination pattern prescribed by the CBSE. The retail industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the skill sector. The entry of many small and large stores has increased the demand for skilled and trained retail professionals for various job roles such as store operation assistant, trainee associate, sales associate, etc. The objectives of this job role are to deliver products and services to the customers, maintain sufficient stock levels, sustain health and safety, and work effectively in a team as well as in the organisation. Consumers have become more aware of the practices in the retail sector as a result of the development of modem merchandising strategies and the establishment of large retail companies. Experiential learning stresses on the learning methodology for the individual. Thus, the learning activities are student-oriented rather than teacher-oriented. In this book, students will learn about introduction to retailing, receiving and storing goods, stock level in storage and how to deliver excellent customer service. Salient Features of this Book • This book adopts a simplified method of presenting the ideas, keeping the needs and expectations of the students and teachers in mind as laid down in the syllabus. • This book is divided into two parts: * Part A deals with the Employability Skills with chapters on the units: Communication Skills- I, Self-Management Skills- I, ICT Skills- I, Entrepreneurial Skills- I and Green Skills - I. * Part B which deals with the Subject Specific Skills comprises of four units. Each unit has four sessions. The first unit focuses on the introduction of retailing. The second unit explains the procedure of receiving and storing of goods. The third unit discusses the stock levels in retail stores, and the fourth unit describes how to deliver excellent customer service. • This book is learner-centred with a comprehensive approach. • Every session in each unit has its accompanying activity and practical exercises. Also, each unit ends with a self assessment consisting of multiple choice questions, short answer and long answer questions that help in assessing the students' learning. • The learning objectives at the beginning of each unit describe a direction for the student to acquire new skills, knowledge and attitudes. • Fascinating pictures related to the topics are given. We hope that this book will help learners understand retail concepts and scenarios, allowing them to become successful retail professionals. Any suggestions for further improvement of the book will be most welcomed. We wish the readers all the best in their career. -Authors

A New Approach to ICSE Chemistry for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

A New Approach to ICSE Chemistry for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: V. K. Sally
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9394946705

A New Approach to ICSE Chemistry for Class X has been revised in accordance with the latest syllabus prescribed by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination, New Delhi for Class X. The main strength of the book lies in the presentation of scientific content which has been so arranged that the topics are linked with each other and do not cause any unnecessary burden on the mind of the student. Salient features of this book are as follows. * Clear, simple and easy language * A large number of chemical reactions along with experimental observations * Full-sized diagrams, as expected from a student in the examination * Topic-wise Video Lectures as a support for effective learning * Concepts supplemented by suitable day-to-day examples * Periodic Table showing mass number; atomic number of various elements along with the list of actual names of the elements. * Highlighted important terms and definitions * Well-designed exercises to assess conceptual, reasoning skill and application-based learning as per the latest recommendations of ICSE board * Solved numerical problems at the end of each chapter to help the students solve numericals on their own * A chapter on Practical Chemistry to help students in their laboratory work. * The latest Solved ICSE Specimen Paper has been given. * Scan QR codes given at the end of each chapter to get the solution of chapter-wise ICSE Board Examination Questions. We hope this book will prove useful to fellow teachers and students. Suggestions for further improvement of this book shall be gratefully acknowledged. -Author

ICSE Commercial Applications for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

ICSE Commercial Applications for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: Dr. C.B. Gupta
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9394946756

The book 'l.C.S.E. Commercial Applications' for Class X has been thoroughly revised and upgraded according to the latest syllabus prescribed by the Council for Indian School Certificate Examination, New Delhi for the l.C.S.E. examinations. The focus of this paper is on application of basic concept and techniques. The aims of this paper are as follows : 1. To develop in students a perceptive, sensitive and critical response to the role of business in a simple way. 2. To develop in students an analytical ability to balance the demands of social and business parameters with individual aspirations. 3. To help in creating an appreciation for the diverse roles of both the entrepreneur and the professional manager. 4. To develop an ability to work in and through teams. 5. To provide appropriate knowledge and skills as a basis for further study and work. I am sure the book would prove useful to the concerned students. The book is written in a simple and lucid style. A large numberofexamplesand illustrations are given to facilitate understanding. Question bank is given at the end of each chapter. Assignments and case studies are given to enable the students to score well in internal assessment. ICSE Specimen Question Paper (Solved) is given at the end of book. Solved ICSE Past Years' Examination Question Papers can also be accessed through given QR Codes. Suggestions for improvement of the book are most welcome and shall be gratefully acknowledged. - Dr. C.B. Gupta

ICSE Commercial Studies for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

ICSE Commercial Studies for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: Dr. C.B. Gupta
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 298
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9394946748

The book 'I.C.S.E. Commercial Studies' for Class X has been thoroughly revised and upgraded according to the latest syllabus prescribed by the Council for Indian School Certificate Examination, New Delhi for the I.C.S.E. examinations. This book has been prepared keeping in mind the following aims : 1. To enable students to develop a perceptive, sensitive and critical response to the role of business in a global, national and local context. 2. To allow students to balance the demands of social parameters with individual aspirations. 3. To develop in students an appreciation for the roles of the entrepreneur and the professional manager. 4. To help develop a co-operative attitude through study of the organisation and participation associated with commerce and industry. 5. To provide an appropriate body of knowledge and understanding, and to develop appropriate skills as a basis for further study or work or both. Some of the special features of the book are : • The book is written in a simple and easy-to-understand language. • A large number of illustrations and examples have been given to facilitate understanding. • Summary at the end of each chapter will help students in quick revision before the examination. • Project Work/Assignments has been given to help the students prepare for their final examinations. • The Latest ICSE Specimen Question Paper (Solved) has been given. • ICSE Examination Papers from 2011 to 2022 (Solved) have been given through QR Codes. Suggestions for the improvement of the book are invited and shall be gratefully acknowledged. - Dr. CB. Gupta

A New Approach to ICSE Biology for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward

A New Approach to ICSE Biology for Class X (A.Y. 2023-24)Onward
Author: Dr. K.K. Aggarwal
Publisher: Goyal Brothers Prakashan
Total Pages: 282
Release: 2023-05-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9394946942

Biology is the study of life and living organisms. Since it embraces all living things, it is perhaps the most fascinating branch of science. The new inventions and discoveries have helped greatly in continuously testing and searching the truth and unfolding the mysteries of life whether plants, animals or microscopic life. During the past some years, biology has shifted its focus from the structure of living organisms to looking more at how they work and function. These advances in biological knowledge raise new issues. The present book will help you to understand and contribute to the biological revolution which is taking place in our lives. This book has been revised and upgraded in accordance with the latest syllabus of Biology prescribed by the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi. The salient features of the book : * Written in a very simple, easy-to-understand language, and in a pointwise sequential manner. * The prescribed syllabus has been strictly followed with special emphasis on easy explanation of concepts with key facts. * The text is complemented with well-illustrated, multi-coloured, properly-labelled diagrams which inspire the students to draw themselves. * Text and illustrations contribute to the basic understanding and appreciation of the field of biology. Different flow charts and tables make the concepts easy to grasp and the chapters informative. * Some extra useful information has been provided to enhance the students' knowledge related to the chapter. * Important points of each chapter including important biological terms have been given at the end of each chapter. * Comprehensive in-text exercises have been given to check the progress of the students and their retention capacity. * At the end of each chapter, an exercise has been given which consists of a variety of questions including objective type, very short answer type, short answer type, long answer type and structured questions. * Exercises also include questions from past years' Board Examination Papers. * Quick revision web-charts Mind Maps containing the gist of each chapter has been given at the end of each chapter. * The ICSE Specimen Question Paper (Solved) has been given. I hope this book will prove very useful to the students and teachers. Suggestions and constructive criticism for the further improvement of the book would be gratefully acknowledged and incorporated in subsequent editions. - Author