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Introduction Images Coming soon Carol Moore was born on July 12, 1871, and was an American educator, author, and supporter of children's libraries. She passed away on January 20, 1961. The author Carol Moore has done a remarkable job in presenting the concept of magical realism, which refers to something that is not magic but a belief through this story. A fictional elf inspires and motivates Patrick, a young child, to work hard. He not only succeeds in doing his task but also receives excellent marks. This narrative demonstrates the power of self-help and is really effective. Summary Patrick was ... Read More

Introduction The use of English idioms, proverbs, and phrases is a significant component of the English language and plays a vital role in day-to-day communication. They often appear in both written and spoken English and are quite common. To master the usage of idioms you will need to familiarise yourself with the meaning of idioms as well as the context in which it is used since idioms may not always make literal sense. Learning idioms may seem to be a lot of effort, but it's also a lot of fun, particularly when you compare idioms of the English language to ... Read More

Introduction Images Coming soon Zai Whitaker is the author of the story "What Happened to the Reptiles." In this world, people often fight and cause trouble in the name of their religion. In the story, Prem ran away from his village due to a terrible incident and reached Pambupatti. He learns from them the reason why Pambupatti is unique and different from any other village. How do the people of Pambupatti live in perfect peace despite their differences? Prem then decides to return to his homeland to spread the message of harmony. This tutorial explains the value of each species ... Read More

Introduction When you are studying English as a second language, one of the primary focus is to increase your vocabulary as you progress in lessons. Eventually, you will come across the concepts of synonyms and antonyms. When used effectively, synonyms and antonyms can help language learner build their vocabulary quickly. This tutorial will help you to understand and differentiate the purpose and usage of synonyms and antonyms in the English language. Synonyms Images Coming soon A word or phrase that means the same even in a different word of the same language is called a synonym. The terms based on ... Read More

Introduction Think about how communication affects your daily life. What are you trying to do when you send a text message, make a phone call, or like a post on social media? Have you ever had trouble understanding what someone was saying to you, or got into an argument because of a misinterpreted email? The real problem may be due to the lack of communication. This tutorial will provide you with an overview of what is communication and help you acquire fundamental skills in major areas of communication. Communication Images Coming soon The English term "communication" originates from the Latin ... Read More

Introduction Images Coming soon Ruskin Bond is the author of The Banyan Tree. This chapter is modeled after the well-known traditional Indian play about the conflict between the cobra and the mongoose. The story is divided into two parts. In the first section, the narrator gives a description of the banyan tree in his garden. The second section of the chapter is about the amazing sight the boy saw under the Banyan tree. Summary with Explanation Part 1 The author was visiting his grandparents' home and claimed the banyan tree was his. He made this claim because ... Read More

Introduction Images Coming soon Munshi Premchand is the author of the tale "Fair Play." It was initially authored and published in Hindi as "Panch Parameshwar" in 1961. This is a tale of two friends, Jumman Shaikh and Algu Chowdary, who comes to realise the value of justice and standing up for what is right in life is very important. Life taught them that justice and morality are superior to everything, even friendship. The story also mentions India's rural panchayat system. Summary with Explanation Stage I Algu Chowdhry and Jumman Shaikh were close friends. Both had a high level of esteem ... Read More

Introduction Images Coming soon This chapter gives us a general overview of deserts. This also sheds light on the unique strategies used by various animal species in order to thrive in harsh environments. It emphasizes that the urge to survive is shared by all living things, while the strategies they use differ across species. Summary with Explanation The chapter opens by explaining that deserts are the driest regions on the planet. There are certain animal species that can live in the desert. To survive in the desert's harsh environment, they use a variety of strategies. Deserts are regions with little ... Read More

Introduction Images Coming soon Indira David is the author of the Rajasthani folktale A Strange Wrestling Match. The tale reminds us that no matter how fortunate we may be, one should not be boastful and arrogant. Summary A Strange Wrestling Match is about an invincible wrestler called Vijay who always boasted about things. But eventually, the habit puts him in a difficult situation. He claimed he is not afraid of ghosts and would beat one if he encounters one. So, someone informs him about the ghost and the Haunted Desert. His habit of boasting now made him unable to say ... Read More

Introduction Images Coming soon The author, Zakir Hussain’s educational tale "A Pact with the Sun" was first published in the Urdu language. This story reveals that Saeeda's mother was denied access to nutritious food, sunlight, and fresh air and continued to feel ill. As the tale goes, we discover how her daughter makes a deal with the sun's beams to warm her frail old mother. Further, how the sun helps Saeeda's mother to recover from her long phase of sickness. The tutorial highlights the relevance of fresh air and the Sun's warmth and why it is essential in maintaining ... Read More