NCERT Class 5 Santoor (English) Book 2026-27

Academic Session 2026 - 2027

NCERT Class 5 English Book 'Santoor' PDF (2026-27)

The NCERT Class 5 Santoor (English) Book for the 2026-27 session is a vibrant resource designed to build fluency and creativity. Following the NEP 2020 guidelines, it uses engaging storytelling, poetry, and activities to help students naturally improve their reading, writing, and communication skills.

Unit-wise Santoor (English) PDF Download (2026-27)

Chapter No.	Unit & Chapter Title
Unit 1:	Let's Have Fun
Chapter 1	Papa's Spectacles
Chapter 2	Gone with the Scooter
Unit 2:	My Colourful World
Chapter 3	The Rainbow
Chapter 4	The Wise Parrot
Unit 3:	Water
Chapter 5	The Frog
Chapter 6	What a Tank!
Unit 4:	Ups and Downs
Chapter 7	Gilli Danda
Chapter 8	The Decision of the Panch
Unit 5:	Work is Worship
Chapter 9	Vocation
Chapter 10	Glass Bangles

Key Features of 'Santoor' (2026-27 Edition)

• Experiential Learning: Focuses on fun-filled, activity-based English education.
• Values & Empathy: Stories like 'The Decision of the Panch' build critical thinking and moral ethics.
• Creative Expression: Encourages students to express emotions through relatable contexts and poetry.
• NEP 2020 Aligned: Modern pedagogical approach focusing on self-expression and imagination.

How to Download Official PDF:

1. Visit the official NCERT website: ncert.nic.in.
2. Go to the 'E-Books' section and select 'PDF (I-XII)'.
3. Select 'Class 5', Subject 'English', and Title 'Santoor'.
4. Download individual chapters or the full book ZIP file for the current session.