The selections includes stories, fables, myths, plays and poems in the lower classes, adapted suitably wherever needed; excerpts from the classics and contemporary literature in the higher classes; and stories from around the world as well as from India.

Introductions, wherever necessary, to give context and lead into the text.

Difficult words glossed in context to aid comprehension.

Questions to explore themes, characters, and plots, as well as to elicit personal responses in the form of discussions.

Vocabulary tasks designed to explore literal meanings and connotations as well as to help students learn new vocabulary and their use.

Writing tasks to initiate students into creative writing.

Introduction to literary terms and devices to enhance the enjoyment of literature.

Short biographical information to kindle curiosity about the writers.