New York Hindi — Grade 1
Comprehensive Course Syllabus
Course Overview
Our New York Grade 1 Hindi course is built around the New York State Learning Standards for World Languages, which emphasise Interpretive, Interpersonal, and Presentational communication together with cultural understanding. No prior Hindi is required.
The course begins with listening and speaking — greetings, introductions, and simple conversation — before introducing the देवनागरी script. Children learn स्वर (vowels), व्यंजन (consonants), and मात्राएँ (vowel signs), then read and write their first Hindi words.
Ten vocabulary modules cover family, school, colours, numbers, animals, food, body parts, nature, home, and community. Simple grammar follows: nouns, gender, singular and plural, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, and location words, all used in short spoken and written sentences.
Children also enjoy Hindi stories, rhymes, and songs, and explore Indian festivals, food, music, dance, and traditions. Everything is taught through play, repetition, pictures, and song, at a pace suited to six- and seven-year-olds.
Introduction to Hindi Language
What Is Hindi?
Children learn that Hindi is a language spoken by many people. Hindi is one of the world’s most spoken languages.
Hindi Around the World
Children learn that Hindi is spoken in many countries. Hindi speakers live all over the world.
Hindi in India
Children learn where Hindi is spoken in India. Hindi is widely used across northern India.
Hindi-Speaking Communities
Children learn about Hindi-speaking communities. Some may live in their own neighbourhood.
Hindi Sounds
Children listen to the sounds of Hindi. Hindi has sounds English does not.
Hindi Listening Skills
Listening to Hindi Words
Children listen carefully to single Hindi words. Word-level listening builds sound awareness.
Listening to Short Sentences
Children listen to short Hindi sentences. Sentences carry more meaning than words alone.
Identifying Familiar Words
Children pick out words they know. Recognising known words builds confidence.
Following Simple Instructions
Children act on simple Hindi instructions. Following instructions shows real comprehension.
Listening for Meaning
Children listen to understand, not just to hear. Meaning is the goal of listening.
Basic Hindi Speaking
नमस्ते
Children learn the most common Hindi greeting. Namaste is used for both hello and goodbye.
Introducing Yourself
Children introduce themselves in Hindi. Self-introduction is the first conversation.
Saying Your Name
Children say their name in Hindi. Names are the first personal information shared.
Saying Your Age
Children say how old they are. Age uses number vocabulary.
Talking About Family
Children talk about their family in Hindi. Family is a natural first topic.
Hindi Pronunciation
Hindi Sound System
Children learn how Hindi sounds are organised. The system is regular and learnable.
Vowel Sounds
Children practise Hindi vowel sounds. Vowels are the foundation of pronunciation.
Consonant Sounds
Children practise Hindi consonant sounds. Some consonants are new to English speakers.
Clear Pronunciation
Children speak Hindi words clearly. Clarity helps others understand.
Long and Short Vowel Awareness
Children hear the difference between long and short vowels. Vowel length changes meaning in Hindi.
Devanagari Introduction
Introduction to देवनागरी
Children meet the Devanagari script. Devanagari is used for Hindi and several other languages.
Hindi Writing System
Children learn how Hindi writing works. Hindi is written left to right.
स्वर
Children meet the Hindi vowels. Vowels can stand alone or combine with consonants.
व्यंजन
Children meet the Hindi consonants. Consonants carry an inherent vowel sound.
Letter Recognition
Children recognise Hindi letters by sight. Recognition precedes reading.
Hindi Vowels – स्वर
अ
Children learn the first Hindi vowel. This sound is built into every consonant.
आ
Children learn the long a vowel. It is written with a vertical stroke.
इ
Children learn the short i vowel. Its matra is written before the consonant.
ई
Children learn the long i vowel. Vowel length changes word meaning.
उ
Children learn the short u vowel. Its matra sits below the consonant.
Hindi Consonants – व्यंजन
क वर्ग
Children learn the first consonant group. Groups are organised by where sounds are made.
च वर्ग
Children learn the second consonant group. These sounds are made at the palate.
ट वर्ग
Children learn the retroflex consonant group. These sounds curl the tongue back.
त वर्ग
Children learn the dental consonant group. These sounds use the teeth.
प वर्ग
Children learn the lip consonant group. These sounds are made with the lips.
Matras – मात्राएँ
ा
Children learn the long a matra. It is written after the consonant.
ि
Children learn the short i matra. It is written before the consonant.
ी
Children learn the long i matra. It is written after the consonant.
ु
Children learn the short u matra. It hangs below the consonant.
ू
Children learn the long u matra. It is a longer curve below.
Simple Hindi Words
Two-Letter Words
Children read simple two-letter words. Short words build early confidence.
Three-Letter Words
Children read three-letter words. Longer words follow the same rules.
Familiar Words
Children read words they already know by ear. Familiar words are easiest to decode.
Family Words
Children read words for family members. Family words are used daily.
School Words
Children read words about school. School words appear in every lesson.
Hindi Vocabulary – Family
परिवार
Children learn the word for family. Family is a central concept in Hindi culture.
माता
Children learn the word for mother. This is one of the first words learned.
पिता
Children learn the word for father. Parent words are used constantly.
भाई
Children learn the word for brother. Sibling words are used daily.
बहन
Children learn the word for sister. Hindi has distinct words for each relation.
Hindi Vocabulary – School
स्कूल
Children learn the word for school. School is where Hindi is practised daily.
कक्षा
Children learn the word for classroom. Classroom words are used every lesson.
शिक्षक
Children learn the word for male teacher. Hindi marks gender in job words.
शिक्षिका
Children learn the word for female teacher. The feminine form differs from the masculine.
छात्र
Children learn the word for male student. Student words are used constantly.
Hindi Vocabulary – Colors
लाल
Children learn the word for red. Colour words are easy to practise visually.
नीला
Children learn the word for blue. Colour adjectives change with gender.
हरा
Children learn the word for green. Green is linked to plants and nature.
पीला
Children learn the word for yellow. Yellow is linked to the sun.
नारंगी
Children learn the word for orange. The word comes from the fruit.
Also Covered in This Course
Teaching Methodology
Our Grade 1 Hindi classes are playful, visual, and full of repetition, using songs, stories, and pictures. No prior Hindi is needed. Children learn through:
Learning Outcomes
By the end of Grade 1, students will be able to:
Assessment & Progress Tracking
Student progress is evaluated through:
Why Choose NextChanakya for New York Grade 1 Hindi?
Standards Note
New York State uses the New York State Learning Standards for World Languages.
These standards emphasise Interpretive, Interpersonal, and Presentational communication, along with cultural understanding, connections to other subjects, comparisons among languages and cultures, and participation in communities.
New York State does not require every school to offer Hindi, nor to follow one identical Hindi syllabus. Schools and districts may organise instruction, pacing, materials, and proficiency expectations differently.
It is important to distinguish between the New York State learning standards, which define expected communication and cultural skills, and the course structure created for this educational programme, which organises that content into modules and topics.
This syllabus therefore represents a Grade 1 Hindi / World Language pathway designed to support New York State expectations, suitable for beginners and heritage learners alike.