At this stage, the emphasis is on investigation and conceptualization as the children begin the first phase of preparation for the board exams. The focus here is to sharpen analytical skills, literary skills and shape their personalities by inculcating 21st Century skills given as per CBSE Handbook. 4Cs: Critical Thinking, Creativity & Innovation, Collaboration, Communication IMT: Information Literacy, Media Literacy, Technology Literacy FLIPS: Flexibility and Adaptability, Leadership and Responsibility, Initiative and Self-Direction, Social and Cross-Cultural Interaction