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Module 4: It So Happened - Supplementary Reader (Part 1)

Module 4: It So Happened - Supplementary Reader (Part 1)

The module explores engaging stories that impart moral lessons and shed light on social issues. Key narratives include the whimsical fable of 'How the Camel Got His Hump,' which emphasizes work ethic and responsibility, the harsh realities of child labor illustrated in 'Children at Work,' and the transformative power of love and compassion depicted in 'The Selfish Giant.' Each story encourages readers to reflect on important themes such as cooperation, empathy, and the consequences of one's actions.

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  1. 4
    Module 4: It So Happened - Supplementary Reader

    Module 4 introduces engaging stories that explore moral lessons and social issues.

  2. 4.1
    Lesson 4.1: Chapter 1 - How The Camel Got His Hump

    This fable by Rudyard Kipling explains the origin of the camel's hump while...

  3. 4.2
    Lesson 4.2: Chapter 2 - Children At Work

    This chapter discusses child labor through the lives of Velu and Jaya,...

  4. 4.3
    Lesson 4.3: Chapter 3 - The Selfish Giant

    This section explores Oscar Wilde's allegorical tale 'The Selfish Giant,'...

  5. 4.1
    Lesson 4.1: Chapter 1 - How The Camel Got His Hump

    Rudyard Kipling's fable, "How the Camel Got His Hump," tells of a lazy camel...

  6. 4.1.1
    Fable Analysis, Humor, Moral Values

    The section analyzes the fable 'How the Camel Got His Hump' by Rudyard...

  7. 4.1.2
    Narrative Techniques

    Kipling's narrative techniques in 'How the Camel Got His Hump' use humor and...

  8. 4.2
    Lesson 4.2: Chapter 2 - Children At Work

    "Children at Work" follows Velu, a runaway boy, and Jaya, a street-smart...

  9. 4.2.1
    Understanding Social Issues (Child Labor, Poverty)

    This section explores the critical social issues of child labor and poverty...

  10. 4.2.2
    Empathy And Critical Thinking

    This section explores the themes of empathy and critical thinking as they...

  11. 4.2.3
    Writing Skill: Report Writing (Basic Format And Content)

    This section introduces the fundamentals of report writing, outlining the...

  12. 4.3
    Lesson 4.3: Chapter 3 - The Selfish Giant

    Oscar Wilde's "The Selfish Giant" is an **allegory** about a giant who...

  13. 4.3.1
    Allegory, Symbolism, Themes Of Compassion And Redemption

    The section explores the allegorical narrative of Oscar Wilde's 'The Selfish...

  14. 4.3.2
    Character Transformation

    The section discusses the transformative journey of the Selfish Giant from...

What we have learnt

  • Work ethic and responsibility are essential values highlighted in 'How the Camel Got His Hump.'
  • Child labor is a serious social issue that robs children of their childhood and opportunities for a better future.
  • Love and generosity can lead to profound transformations, as demonstrated in 'The Selfish Giant.'

Key Concepts

-- Fable
A short story that typically features animals as characters, conveying a moral lesson.
-- Child Labor
Employment of children in work that deprives them of their childhood and is harmful to their development.
-- Allegory
A narrative that uses symbolic figures and actions to convey a deeper moral or political meaning.
-- Empathy
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another, especially in the context of social issues.
-- Redemption
The act of being saved from sin or evil, often depicted through acts of love and generosity.

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