Class 5 English – Marigold Book (Summary + Moral Lessons)
Unit 1
Chapter 1: Wonderful Waste!
Summary:
The story tells how a cook in the King’s kitchen used leftover vegetables to make a new dish instead of wasting them. The King loved it, and it became famous as “Avial”.
Moral:
We should not waste food or resources. Creativity can turn waste into something wonderful.
Poem: Ice-cream Man
Summary:
The poem describes the happiness of children when the ice-cream man comes on a hot summer day.
Moral:
Small joys in life bring big happiness. Appreciate simple moments.
Unit 2
Poem: Teamwork
Summary:
The poem highlights the importance of working together and how teamwork helps us achieve goals easily.
Moral:
Unity and cooperation bring success.
Story: Flying Together
Summary:
A group of geese are trapped by a hunter’s net. They escape because they act together.
Moral:
Strength lies in unity.
Unit 3
Poem: My Shadow
Summary:
A child describes his shadow — how it looks, moves, and changes with light.
Moral:
Children’s curiosity helps them understand the world creatively.
Story: Robinson Crusoe Discovers a Footprint
Summary:
Robinson Crusoe finds a human footprint on his lonely island and realizes he is not alone.
Moral:
Courage and curiosity help us face fear.
Unit 4
Poem: Crying
Summary:
The poem says crying is natural and healthy — after tears, laughter comes easily.
Moral:
Expressing emotions is important for inner peace.
Story: My Elder Brother (Munshi Premchand)
Summary:
It shows the bond between two brothers — one hardworking and serious, the other fun-loving. Both learn to respect each other.
Moral:
Respect elders and learn from their wisdom.
Unit 5
Poem: The Lazy Frog
Summary:
Fred, a lazy frog, never helps his mother or anyone — he just sleeps all day.
Moral:
Laziness leads to missed opportunities. Be active and helpful.
Story: Rip Van Winkle
Summary:
Rip Van Winkle sleeps for 20 years in the mountains and wakes up to a changed world.
Moral:
Time waits for no one. Use time wisely.
Unit 6
Poem: Class Discussion
Summary:
A classroom discussion helps students express their opinions and ideas freely.
Moral:
Everyone has a voice; respect different opinions.
Story: The Talkative Barber
Summary:
A king gets annoyed with a barber who keeps talking non-stop while working.
Moral:
We should talk less and work more.
Unit 7
Poem: Topsy-Turvy Land
Summary:
A funny land where everything is opposite — people walk upside down and everything is strange.
Moral:
Imagination makes learning fun.
Story: Gulliver’s Travels
Summary:
Gulliver reaches a land of tiny people (Lilliput). They are amazed by his size.
Moral:
Respect all people, big or small; everyone is unique.
Unit 8
Poem: Nobody’s Friend
Summary:
A poem about selfish children who don’t share toys or food — and end up alone.
Moral:
Sharing and kindness make real friendships.
Story: The Little Bully
Summary:
A boy named Hari always teases others, but when sea creatures tease him back, he realizes his mistake.
Moral:
Treat others the way you want to be treated.
Unit 9
Poem: Sing a Song of People
Summary:
The poem describes busy people in a city — walking, driving, working, and hurrying everywhere.
Moral:
We should appreciate life beyond the daily rush.
Story: Around the World
Summary:
The story of people who travel around the world in 80 days using different modes of transport.
Moral:
Adventure, planning, and determination make great achievements possible.
Unit 10
Poem: Malu Bhalu
Summary:
A young polar bear, Malu, learns to swim with courage and encouragement from her mother.
Moral:
With confidence and support, you can overcome any fear.
Story: Who Will Be Ningthou?
Summary:
A king and queen of Manipur choose their kind-hearted daughter to be the next ruler.
Moral:
True leadership comes from kindness and fairness.