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Class - VII [Raintree Coursebook Theme - 4: Who Dares Wins!] Life is a Game

Central Idea:  The poem talks about how we should approach life with honesty, determination, and a strong will. It encourages us to keep trying even when things are hard and to face challenges with a positive attitude. Themes: Never Give Up: The poem encourages us to keep trying even if we fail, and to stay strong in the face of difficulties. Play Fair: It reminds us to be honest and fair in life, rather than being jealous or bitter towards others. Stay Positive in Tough Times: The poem asks if we can stay hopeful and true to ourselves when life gets tough. Think About How You Live: It makes us reflect on how we approach life and whether we are doing our best. Message:  The poem tells us to face life’s challenges with courage and honesty. It says that true success comes from being fair, persistent, and positive, not from giving up or resenting others. Title Justification:  The title asks readers to think about how they approach life. "The game" represents life, and th...

Class - VII [Raintree Coursebook Theme - 4: Who Dares Wins!] Chapter - 7: A Race to Remember

 Story Analysis (Notebook Work) Central Idea: The chapter "A Race to Remember" by Jesse Owens focuses on his experience during the 1936 Berlin Olympics, where he defied Adolf Hitler's ideals of Aryan supremacy by winning four gold medals in track and field events, particularly the 100-meter race. Themes: 1. Overcoming Adversity: Jesse Owens faces racism and prejudice but triumphs through his athletic talent and determination. 2. Equality and Justice: The chapter highlights the struggle for racial equality and the power of sports to challenge societal norms. 3. Courage and Determination: Owens shows immense courage in competing under the hostile conditions of Nazi Germany. 4. The Power of Sports as a Unifying Force: Owens' victories transcend racial boundaries, showing the unifying power of sports. Message: The chapter conveys the message that talent, determination, and hard work can overcome discrimination and prejudice. It also emphasizes the importance of using o...

Class - VII [Raintree Coursebook Theme - 3: All You Need is Love] Chapter - 6: The Regimental Myna by Ruskin Bond

Story Analysis (Notebook Work) Central Idea: The story explores the bond between soldiers and a myna, reflecting on companionship and loss. The most significant bond was between the grandfather and Myna. Themes 1. Communication: Language as a bridge between species. 2. Freedom vs. Confinement: The struggle between captivity and the desire for freedom. 3. Companionship: Emotional connections between Myna and the regiment. 4. Loss and Grief: The profound impact of losing a beloved companion like a pet in the story. Message: Deep connections with others, whether human or animal, can profoundly influence our lives and emotions. Comprehension A. 1. …it was their only source of enjoyment. 2. …he sat on Grandfather’s shoulders and flapped his wings with his beak open. 3. …he escaped and flew to the parade grounds when a mess orderly opened the storeroom to take something. 4. …agreed on the condition that Dicky be made a serving member of the regiment. 5. …his entire regiment, including Grand...

Class - XI [Hornbill] Unit - 8: Silk Road by Nick Middleton

Class - XI [Hornbill] Unit - 8: Silk Road by Nick Middleton Glossary Loaves – bread shaped and baked in one piece which is usually sliced before being eatenKora – meditation performed by Buddhist believers Ducking Back – going inside and then coming out Size me up – to look at someone attentively Clambered – move or climb in an awkward way Drokba – Shepherd Gazelles – an African or Asian mammal with large eyes that moves quickly and hoofs Nibbling – take a small bite from Arid – having little or no rain Pastures – land covered with grass Frown – to disapprove of something Bounding – jump; hop; bounce Wild ass – an animal who have ears shorter than a horse and smaller in size Herd – a large group of animal Galloping – progressing in an uncontrollable manner En masse – in a group Manoeuvres – military exercises Plumes – Trails Billowed – filled with air; swelled out Wilderness – wasteland Solitary – private Flocks – a group of birds Evasive – slippery Veering – to change direction sudd...

Class - XI [Hornbill] Unit - 8: Father to Son by Elizabeth Jennings

 [Hornbill] Unit - 8: Father to Son by Elizabeth Jennings Glossary 1. Grief -  sorrow, sadness 2. Prodigal - spending money freely 3. Sown - here, the father’s act of giving birth to his son  4. Longing - desiring something Overview of the Poem The poem "Father to Son" is written by Elizabeth Jennings. It portrays the sorrow of a father who feels distant from his son. As the son grows older and becomes absorbed in his own life, the father grows bitter over the generational gap and the increasing separation between them. He expresses that he no longer understands his son and that there is a lack of communication. The father wishes their relationship to return to how it was when his son was a child. Despite his efforts to repair the bond, it seems hopeless, and they continue to drift apart. Summary The poem expresses the father’s anguish as he reflects on the strained relationship with his now-grown son. Despite having lived under the same roof for years, he adm...