Books
'What worlds of wonder are our books! As one opens them and looks, new people and new things appear.'
1. About the Poem
Poet: Eleanor Farjeon Theme: Reading, imagination, adventure through books
The poet celebrates the MAGIC of books. When you OPEN a book, you enter a NEW world. You meet new PEOPLE, visit new PLACES, and go on wonderful ADVENTURES — all without leaving your chair.
2. The Poem
What worlds of wonder are our books! As one opens them and looks, New people and new things appear, Stories from far and near.
You can travel lands and seas, Ride on elephants, feel the breeze, Meet a princess or a bear, Fly through castles in the air.
You can be a hero bold, Or find a treasure chest of gold. All the magic you can hold Is waiting in the books you hold.
So open a book and journey far, To wherever you wish you are. For in a book you'll always find, A world of wonder for your mind.
3. Understanding the Poem
What Books Offer
| Adventure | Description |
|---|---|
| Travel to far lands | Visit countries you have never been to |
| Meet new characters | Make friends with heroes, princesses, animals |
| Go on quests | Find treasure, fight dragons, solve mysteries |
| Learn new things | Discover facts about science, history, nature |
| Use imagination | Imagine worlds that do not exist in real life |
The Magic of Reading
- A book is a DOOR to another world
- Every time you open a book, something NEW happens
- You can be ANYONE — a hero, a explorer, a detective
- No TV or phone can REPLACE the magic of a book
- Once you finish one adventure, ANOTHER book waits
4. About Eleanor Farjeon
Eleanor Farjeon (1881-1965) was an English writer who loved CHILDREN'S books and poetry. She is famous for writing the hymn 'Morning Has Broken.' She wrote many poems about EVERYDAY MAGIC — the wonder in ordinary things like books, gardens, and the seasons.
5. What We Learn
Why Reading is Important
| Reason | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Knowledge | Books teach us about the world |
| Vocabulary | Reading makes our language SKILLS stronger |
| Imagination | Books help us IMAGINE and DREAM |
| Concentration | Reading improves FOCUS |
| Empathy | Stories help us UNDERSTAND other people |
| Fun | Reading is a wonderful ENTERTAINMENT |
Types of Books
| Type | What It Offers |
|---|---|
| Story books | Adventures, fairy tales, fiction |
| Picture books | Beautiful illustrations with text |
| Encyclopedias | Facts about everything |
| Poetry | Rhymes, rhythms, and feelings |
| Comics | Stories told through pictures and speech bubbles |
6. New Words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Wonder | A feeling of amazement and curiosity |
| Appear | To come into sight or become visible |
| Journey | A trip or travel from one place to another |
| Treasure | A collection of valuable things |
| Imagination | The ability to create pictures in your mind |
7. Key Facts
- Books are 'WORLDS OF WONDER' — they contain entire universes
- Reading lets you TRAVEL without moving from your spot
- You can be ANY character in a book through your imagination
- Every book is a NEW ADVENTURE waiting to begin
- Eleanor Farjeon believed in finding MAGIC in everyday things
- Reading REGULARLY makes you a better writer and thinker
8. Common Mistakes
'Do NOT think reading is BORING. You just need to find the RIGHT book for you.' 'Do NOT judge a book by its COVER — sometimes the best stories have simple covers.' 'Do NOT skip DIFFICULT words — ask a parent or teacher what they mean.' 'Do NOT think only STORY books are fun. Fact books, comics, and poems are wonderful too.' 'Do NOT rush through a book. Take your time to ENJOY and IMAGINE the story.'
9. Fun Activity
Book Review Write a short review of a book you have read recently. Include:
- Title and author
- What the book is about
- Your favourite character
- Why you liked (or did not like) it
- How many stars you would give it
My Reading Corner Create a small, cosy reading corner at home with a cushion, a lamp, and your favourite books.
Book Swap Bring a book you have read to school. Swap it with a classmate. Read each other's books and share what you thought.
10. Self-Test
Q1. Who wrote the poem 'Books'? Answer: Eleanor Farjeon
Q2. What does the poet call books? Answer: Worlds of wonder
Q3. Name three things you can do when you read a book, according to the poem. Answer: Travel lands and seas, ride elephants, meet a princess or a bear, fly through castles, be a hero, find treasure (any three)
Q4. What do you find in a book, according to the last line? Answer: A world of wonder for your mind
Q5. Why are books compared to 'worlds of wonder'? Answer: Because they contain new people, places, and adventures that you can explore through your imagination.
Q6. What is your favourite book? Why? Answer: (Own answer)
11. Key Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Wonder | Amazement, marvel |
| Appear | To come into view |
| Journey | A long trip or adventure |
| Treasure | Valuable things, riches |
| Imagination | The power of the mind to create pictures and ideas |
| Adventure | An exciting or unusual experience |
