Download official Tamil Nadu 4th standard Social Science study materials, guides, and term-wise notes (2026-27) across all three terms: Term 1 (First Term), Term 2 (Second Term), and Term 3 (Third Term) under the Samacheer Kalvi curriculum. If you need the official state textbooks, access the Social Science Textbooks PDF portal or the complete 4th Standard Textbooks PDF repository. These are useful for students and teachers seeking the latest state-prescribed curriculum.
Alongside state textbooks, download complete history notes, ancient excavation summaries, map practice sheets, and civics worksheets below. These are useful for students and teachers preparing for school Formative Assessments (FA) and Summative Assessments (SA / Term Exams), as well as educators preparing for Teacher Posts (TRB SGT), Teacher Eligibility Tests (TNTET Paper 1), and TNPSC exams where Tamil Nadu history, five landforms (ஐவகை நிலங்கள்), and local government administration form fundamental components. If you are exploring other grades, access our resources for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, Class 5, as well as Class 6, Class 7, Class 8, Class 9, Class 10 (SSLC), Class 11 (Plus One), and Class 12 (Plus Two).
4th Social Science Term 1 Study Materials (முதல் பருவம்)
Download comprehensive 4th Standard Social Science Term 1 study notes, Sangam river kingdoms summaries, and Five Landforms charts:
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| 4th Social Science Term 1 Complete Study Guide (TM & EM)
Kingdoms of River, Five Landforms & Municipality Notes
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| 4th Social Science Term 1 Book-Back Questions & Answers
Chapter 1 to 4 Solved Textbook Q&A
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| 4th Social Science Term 1 Five Landforms (ஐவகை நிலங்கள்) Illustrated Chart
Kurinji, Mullai, Marutham, Neithal & Palai Summary
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| 4th Social Science Term 1 Quarterly Exam Model Question Paper
District Common Exam Board | Term 1 Model Question Paper with Keys
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| 4th Social Science Term 1 Municipality, Corporation & Safety Worksheets
Civic Duties, Road & Fire Safety Activity Sheets
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4th Social Science Term 2 Study Materials (இரண்டாம் பருவம்)
Access 4th Standard Social Science Term 2 lesson notes, Sangam philanthropists stories, and physical features worksheets:
| பாடப் பொருள் / Material Title | வகை / Medium | பதிவிறக்கம் / Link |
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| 4th Social Science Term 2 Complete Study Guide
Sangam Philanthropists, TN Physical Features & Transport Notes
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| 4th Social Science Term 2 Philanthropists of Sangam Age (கடைஏழு வள்ளல்கள்)
Pari, Pegan, Kari, Ay, Adhiyaman, Nalli & Ori Summary
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| 4th Social Science Term 2 Book-Back Exercise Solutions
Solved Geography & History Exercises
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| 4th Social Science Term 2 Half-Yearly (SA) Model Question Paper
District Common Exam Board | Second Term Common Examination Paper
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| 4th Social Science Term 2 Transport Modes & TN Map Practice Sheet
Roadways, Railways, Airways & Waterways Worksheet
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4th Social Science Term 3 Study Materials (மூன்றாம் பருவம்)
Download 4th Standard Social Science Term 3 revision packs, Tamil Nadu cultural heritage notes, and annual Summative Assessment model papers for complete preparation:
| பாடப் பொருள் / Material Title | வகை / Medium | பதிவிறக்கம் / Link |
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| 4th Social Science Term 3 Complete Study Guide
Tamil Nadu Heritage, Child Rights & Panchayat Notes
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| 4th Social Science Term 3 Book-Back Exercise Solutions
Complete Solved Textbook Exercises
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| 4th Social Science Term 3 Historic Temples & Traditional Art Forms Guide
Thanjavur Temple, Mahabalipuram & Folk Arts Summary
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| 4th Social Science Annual Summative Assessment (SA) Model Paper
District Common Exam Board | Full Year Summative Assessment Model Paper
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| 4th Social Science Term 3 Child Rights (Helpline 1098) & Panchayat Guide
Gram Sabha & Village Administration Notes
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4th Social Science Samacheer Kalvi Syllabus & Units
The Tamil Nadu 4th standard Social Science curriculum teaches regional history, geographic landforms, civic responsibility, and cultural heritage across three distinct terms:
Term 1 (முதல் பருவம்)
- Unit 1 (Kingdoms of River): Cheras (Poygai), Cholas (Cauvery), Pandyas (Vaigai), Pallavas (Palar).
- Unit 2 (Five Landforms): Kurinji (Mountains), Mullai (Forest), Marutham (Plains), Neithal (Coast), Palai (Dry land).
- Unit 3 (Municipality & Corporation): Local urban governance, mayor, commissioner & civic duties.
- Unit 4 (Safety): Fire, road, water & electrical safety rules and first aid.
Term 2 (இரண்டாம் பருவம்)
- Unit 1 (Philanthropists of Sangam Age): Pegan, Pari, Kari, Ay, Adhiyaman, Nalli, Ori (கடைஏழு வள்ளல்கள்).
- Unit 2 (Physical Features of TN): Mountains, plateaus, coastal plains & major rivers.
- Unit 3 (Transport): Roadways, railways, airways & waterways in Tamil Nadu.
Term 3 (மூன்றாம் பருவம்)
- Unit 1 (Tamil Nadu Heritage): Historic monuments (Brihadisvara temple, Shore temple), folk dances & art.
- Unit 2 (Rights and Duties of Children): 4 core child rights, child helpline 1098 & protection.
- Unit 3 (Panchayat): Gram Panchayat, Gram Sabha, village sanitation & public services.
⭐ Key 4th Social Science Landforms & Sangam Rulers Summary
Students should memorize the Five Landforms (ஐவகை நிலங்கள்) and Sangam river associations for unit tests and term exams:
Study & Teaching Tips for Parents & Teachers
Make history and geography vivid and relatable for primary learners:
- Landform Matching Activities: Have children match the 5 landforms (Kurinji, Mullai, Marutham, Neithal, Palai) with their respective occupations, flora, fauna, and soil types.
- Storytelling Through Sangam Philanthropists: Narrate stories of King Pari giving his chariot to the jasmine creeper, and King Pegan sheltering the shivering peacock with a silk shawl.
- Civic Awareness & Safety Drills: Practice simple road safety rules (zebra crossing) and teach children emergency numbers like 1098 (Childline) and 100 (Police).
🎒 Tamil Nadu Primary School Resources (வகுப்பு 1–5 தொடக்கப் பள்ளி வழிகாட்டிகள் & பாடப்புத்தகங்கள்):
📚 Class 4 Other Subject Study Materials (4ஆம் வகுப்பு பிற பாடங்கள்):