In this post, we will cover everything you need to know about the latest English textbooks (Mridang, Marigold, and Raindrops), how to download them for free, and tips to make the most of them.

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Which Book Do You Need? (Mridang vs. Marigold)

Before you hit the download button, it is crucial to know which book your child’s school is following. As of the 2024-25 academic session, NCERT has introduced changes to align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

1. Mridang (The New Textbook)

• Status: The latest arrival.

• Focus: Designed under the new NEP 2020 guidelines, Mridang focuses heavily on "joyful learning," connecting education with the child's immediate environment, culture, and life experiences. It replaces the older books in many schools starting this year.

• Structure: Divided into four units—My Family and Me, Life Around Us, Food, and Seasons.

2. Marigold (The Classic)

• Status: The standard textbook for over a decade.

• Focus: Marigold is loved for its classic poems and stories like "A Happy Child" and "The Tiger and the Mosquito." Many schools may still be in the process of transitioning, so this book remains widely used.

3. Raindrops (Special Series)

• Status: Supplementary Reader.

• Focus: This book is often used to strengthen reading comprehension and is lighter on text, focusing more on visual literacy and simple sentence construction.

How to Download NCERT Class 1 English Textbooks (Official Method)

The safest and most reliable way to get these books is directly from the official NCERT portal. This ensures you have the latest edition without any missing pages or watermarks.

Follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to devpdf.com

2. Select the Class: From the dropdown menu, choose Class I.

3. Select the Subject: Choose English.

4. Select the Book Title:

   • Select Mridang (for the new syllabus).

5. Download:

   • You will see a table of contents.

   • Click on individual chapter titles to download specific chapters as PDFs.

A Sneak Peek Inside the New "Mridang" Textbook

If your child is using the new Mridang textbook, you will notice it feels different from the books we grew up with. It is less about rote memorization and more about experiencing language.